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Name: Amanda Wilson
Date registered: July 7, 2010

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  1. The Architectural Concepts Door Collection Advantage — May 7, 2025
  2. Three Tips to Navigate Shifting Market Conditions — May 5, 2025
  3. Opening the Door to a Rep Career — April 28, 2025
  4. Sliding Doors: An Enduring Choice — June 24, 2024
  5. Hotel Fire Door Violations: A Concern for Family Safety During Travel Season — June 10, 2024

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Jul 02

Forum for the Future Kick-Off Breakfast Part II

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All About Your Business, Business Tips/Strategies, DHI, Uncategorized

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Forum for the Future Kick-Off Breakfast Part II The second speaker for the Forum for the Future Kick-Off Breakfast was brilliant!  Alex L Goldfayn CEO, Evangelist Marketing Institute gave a very memorable presentation geared toward increasing your profits with simple, no-cost marketing strategies.  Alex was very engaging and had the personality and the material to …

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Jul 01

Forum for the Future Kick-Off Breakfast

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All About Your Business, DHI, Industry News

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At past DHI conferences, I have put most of my focus on the expo floor. This year I wanted a different experience so I made a commitment to participate in as many learning opportunities as I could fit in. I am embarrassed to admit that this was my first time attending the Forum for the …

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Jun 30

DHI CoNEXTions 2014

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DHI, Industry News

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DHI CoNEXTions 2014 I had a wonderful time at the DHI Convention this year. Many things contributed to the success of my trip to Dallas. First and foremost was the pleasure of reconnecting with the many friends that I made over the last two decades working in our industry. I said friends but truth be …

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Jun 09

What is a Kerf Frame?

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Hollow Metal Frames

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According to Merriam-Webster a kerf is a slit or notch made by a saw blade or cutting torch. In hollow metal a kerf is a notch in the frame which serves as a channel to insert weatherstripping. The weatherstripping becomes an integral part of the jamb profile.  The purpose of a kerf frame is to …

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Jun 04

record-USA High Speed Roll-Up

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Automatic Doors

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One of the advantages of spending time at the record-USA factory was learning about new products, like this high speed roll-up! I was impressed with the way it re-set after being knocked out of the tracks. Call me for more information regarding the record-USA High Speed Roll-Up Related PostsWhat is a Double Egress Opening?

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May 27

record USA Automatic Doors

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Automatic Doors

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record USA Automatic Doors Product Training When representing a new line, high on the priority list is to learn everything you can about the manufacturer’s products. When the products are of an advanced technical nature, that may involve more in-depth training. As you know, I have recently started representing record-USA, a manufacturer of automatic doors. …

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May 21

Special-Lite & UF Build Storm Simulator

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“I will write great blog posts with consistency” – Take 121 “No really, this time I will!” – Take 113 I have been busy traveling about my territory meeting new people, adding new lines, learning about new products, and fitting in a little fun. Shame on me for not keeping you up to date on …

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May 18

Hardware 101: Commercial Hinges

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Hardware, Hinges

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Introducing someone new to the industry?  These Hardware 101 Posts are for them. Here’s a short video on some hinge basics. Related PostsWhat Is A Swing Clear Hinge? Hinges: Residential vs Commercial Design Hardware 116 Closer Makes the Grade – and more! Installation Demonstration in Knoxville Installing a Design Hardware Exit Device

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Apr 07

Plumb Bobs Don’t Lie

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I found the time on Sunday to sit and relax on the porch and read the April edition of Doors & Hardware magazine.  I am glad I did.  DHI does a great job bringing us stories of the people, products and processes of our industry. I especially like articles that offer helpful installation and problem …

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Feb 28

R vs U Value

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Going GREEN

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A customer recently inquired about R vs U Value, what do they mean and how do you read them. Always eager for the opportunity to learn something I began my research.  I found this information on The Green Building Advisor that explains it well.  Happy Learning!   “R-value is a measure of a material’s resistance …

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Jan 08

Looking to Reduce Errors and Increase Profit

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All About Your Business, Business Tips/Strategies, Technology/Productivity, Tools of the Trade

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CONTRACT ERP TWEETED:  contractERP ‏@contractERP7 Jan Improve your architectural openings business! Register for this door & hardware eye-opening webinar- http://bit.ly/AOweb  So, I checked it out. Below are the highlights they will cover in the January 28th webinar.  If you are looking to purchase a new software system, this definitely looks like it would be worth your …

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Jan 07

New Year, New Mesker Door Products

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New Year New Products – Mesker Door Mesker Door had an exciting 2013.  Mesker added so many new products during the year that I wanted to make sure you heard about them all! Here is a list of some of the things Mesker Door has added to their line-up. Expansion of Speed To Market Programs …

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