Category Archive: All About Your Business

Nov 17

DHI in NYC

I had an absolutely marvelous time at the DHI Conference in New York.  It was my first trip to the city and I cannot wait to go back! As expected, the conference was smaller than in years past.  The acquiring of smaller companies by larger entities definitely played a part in fewer exhibitors over recent …

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Oct 06

Steel Door Institute, SDI issues first Newsletter

Did you guys receive the very first edition of the SDI Newsletter?  It is a great way to stay informed on technical information and changes to SDI Standards.  You should definitely make sure you are on the mailing list. The highlight of the newsletter was the announcement that SDI is launching their first AIA accredited …

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Aug 15

Punch & Dimple Hollow Metal Frames

“The RIGHT Toolz 2-Use to Move, Adjust, Install & Maintain Commercial Doors “ Need to prep Frames for Existing Masonry Anchors? Punch & Dimple Hollow Metal Frames on the Jobsite in a SNAP!! Related PostsFrames Twisted or Set Out of Square Tools of the Trade PL2 Frame Set Proud to be a part of HMXpress …

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Aug 05

Need a Door and Hardware Installer?

Ever been to a movie where someone other than the star steals the show? Like Rupert Everett did in “My Best Friend’s Wedding”. On a recent jobsite visit that’s exactly what happened. On Wednesday, July 27th representatives from Mesker Door, Best/Stanley, Oshkosh Door, UGA Housing Authority, Juneau Construction and Architectural Door & Hardware met to discuss …

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Jul 19

Commercial Door Field Measuring Chart

I can use your expertise.  I am trying to develop a commercial door field measuring chart for myself and to share with customers.  Review what I have so far and comment any suggestions you have. Related PostsWhat is a Double Egress Opening? Mesker Kerf Frames Hollow Metal 4″ Frame Head Mesker 72 Hour Stock Program …

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Jun 10

Women like it firm!

There is something that women talk about that men ought to know and I, in good conscience, can no longer keep quiet on the subject. No, it is NOT whose is bigger.  Get your mind out of the gutter.  Actually it is whose is firmer.  Didn’t I just say get your mind out of the …

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Apr 13

Lakeridge Winery – A Travel Post

Many times while traveling on the Florida Turnpike between Orlando and Ocala I have wistfully passed by the exit to the Lakeridge Winery.  Driving home from NAWIC Forum this past Sunday I decided to stop and see what Lakeridge had to offer.  It was another one of those stolen moment opportunities because although my family …

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Apr 01

Social Media and The Door & Hardware Industry

The construction industry as a whole plays a huge role in social media avenues such as LinkedIN, Facebook “Pages”, Twitter, Blogging and more. These outlets are filled with information, humor and wit from industry leaders in all fields of the construction process, Architects, Construction Companies, Manufacturers and many trades to name just a few. But …

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Mar 14

You may think it’s strange, but…

I am fascinated by old cemeteries. As I walk down the rows in a cemetery, it’s like walking through pages of a book.  I become engrossed in the story told by the lines forever etched in the stones. It’s more than just discovering how long a person lived, you learn whether they were a man …

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Feb 22

Starting your own Door & Hardware Installation Business?

“The Right Toolz 2-Use to Move, Install, Adjust and Maintain Commercial Doors And Hardware” What you DON’T KNOW will CO$T you! Skilled at Commercial Door & Hardware Installation? Thinking about starting your own installation business? There’s more to the Commercial Door and Hardware Installation business than just installing doors & hardware. If you’re skilled at …

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Feb 20

Waiting for the light at the end of the tunnel

Last week was a crazy week of traveling and I am glad to be back in the office for a few days.   My trip took me to all corners of my territory meeting both with established distributors and prospective customers. The news is the same everywhere, bidding is picking up, plans to projects on hold …

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Feb 03

Stolen moments

I am writing this post after a long day of business in Atlanta. My day started at 5:30 and considering there are hours of emails to be responded to and quoting to be done before bed I won’t see a pillow until 11:00. But what has me feeling reflective is the couple of hours that …

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