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Understanding Lock Functions

To most people, all locks look pretty much the same; but truth be told, they operate in significantly different ways.  Some lock from the inside, some have key cylinders, and some don’t lock at all. How a lock functions is always important in terms of code compliance and door location.  There are over 50 lock […]

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Clear Glass Versus Low-Iron Glass: What Can Be Clearer?

The product commonly known as “clear glass” is not technically the clearest variety available. That title goes to low-iron glass, sometimes known as Starphire brand. While clear glass doesn’t have a considerably high amount of iron in its composition, it does have 10 times more iron content than low-iron glass, which gives it a greenish […]

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All Glass Door Configurations with Associated Fittings

Glass door entrances are often chosen for their aesthetic appeal. But the natural light that comes through glass doors is an important part of a productive environment, as scientific studies have reported. According to the University of Oregon, workers exposure to natural light is connected to how much sick time they take (Elzeyadi, 2011). It […]

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Value-Add Opportunities During the Pre-Construction Phase

In our six decades as a Division 8 contractor, Dash Door & Glass has established some best practices that contribute to meeting final project deliverables. There are many opportunities to start adding value to a project as early as the pre-construction phase. Paying attention to a few details during the pre-construction phase, can allow a […]

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Tea Staining and Stainless Steel Surfaces

For decades, stainless steel has been used in the construction industry as an architectural mainstay that can be found in a wide variety of applications both for its function and aesthetic properties. Everything from roofs to safety railings to doors features the world’s most popular metal. Internal support parts, reinforcements, and frame anchors also leverage […]

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Where are your keys?

  It’s a great occasion when we can admit an issue faced by our our own company and happily report that it has been solved by one of the very products we represent and support.  Dash Door is happy to pass along an informative white paper and provide a product testimonial that has had a […]

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US10A and US10B – The Misunderstood Finishes

The importance of educating a client on the standards of the 10A/10B finishes is imperative in setting expectations for both client and service provider. We have spoken to many distributors who have reviewed warranty claims made based on a lack of knowledge of the topic. The article reprinted here has served as a guide for many where manufacturers may have faltered in educating distribution on the topic.

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