Sandra Matheny

ASSA ABLOY Group announced the launch of its new Smooth Grain Stainable Steel Door by Ceco Door and Curries. This product combines industrial-grade steel doors with an aesthetically pleasing wood grain design that complements an already robust set of wood grain stainable steel door options available. This new product can be utilized by a wide set of commercial applications that utilize wood for its warm, calming appearance including healthcare, education and any space with a need for versatile, resilient, wood doors. The Madera and CURRIStain Smooth Grain Doors are smooth steel doors with a tight wood grain stain design such as those found in real maple, cherry or birch wood. Temperature rise options The design of the door means it will not crack or chip like wood, has a three-hour fire rating with temperature rise options, and is moisture and pest resistant - extending the lifespan of the door in high trafficked areas. With six standard finishes available, the consistent wood grain patterns are stained to follow the true grain direction of genuine paneled stile and rail wood doors and can also be custom color matched to fit virtually any design. Astragals and window kits are available with the same Smooth Grain stain to complete the door package Astragals and window kits are available with the same Smooth Grain stain to complete the door package. “Stemming from years of design innovation experience, Madera and CURRIStain Smooth Grain Doors give designers the best of both worlds,” said Stacey Callahan, ASSA ABLOY Door Group’s Vice President of Marketing and Innovation. Unique opening solution “This new offering provides a unique opening solution that combines the strength and durability of steel doors with the beautiful and comforting feel of wood, fit for commercial office space, schools and healthcare facilities.” As more companies implement return to the workplace plans, repeated and thorough cleaning and sanitizing practices will be the new norm. However, many traditional commercial doors are not designed to withstand such rigorous cleaning cycles. This new smooth wood grain steel door is highly durable and can weather repetitive scrubbing and cleaning. Wood grain door Furthermore, designers and architects will find that the versatility of the wood grain door, along with other ASSA ABLOY offerings, bring aspects of home into workspaces to create a warmer environment, and provides design freedom not typically offered for commercial spaces. From the employer standpoint, offering employees a modular workspace is a good way to boost collaboration" “Over the last few months, many workers have adapted to the work from home lifestyle and when they return to the office, there will be many employees expecting to return to a similar environment. From the employer standpoint, offering employees a modular and flexible workspace is a good way to boost collaboration. With ‘resimercial’ products like our new wood grain steel door, the combination of a modern look with the added strength and durability of a steel door can be made possible." Reimagine traditional workspaces "With the new cleaning policies and standards that will be put into place on the heels of the pandemic, it will also be important to have doors that are able to withstand repetitive sanitizing and cleaning,” says Sandra Matheny, Director of Decorative Openings at ASSA ABLOY. ASSA ABLOY’s wood grain steel door series allow designers and architects to reimagine the traditional workspaces, combining aesthetics and practicality as they continue to evaluate long-term impacts from the pandemic shutdown.

ASSA ABLOY introduces new MK40A, MK80/MK80A, and MK100 Series McKinney Concealed Hinges to further complement its range of architectural door accessories. They virtually disappear from view when an opening is closed, while providing aesthetic continuity when a door is open.  McKinney Concealed Hinges Refined and minimal, the McKinney Concealed Hinges feature 3-dimension adjustability for easy installation and door alteration. Available to support doors of various sizes and weights and offered on wood and metal doors and frames, McKinney Concealed Hinges provide all of the benefits of a traditional door hinge while remaining absent from view within a space. The new concealed hinges are available in satin chrome and matte black, as well as additional finishes, available upon request. “Concealed hinges are an interesting and innovative architectural hardware door accessory that enhances openings by disappearing from view when the door is closed,” said Sandra Matheny, Director of Decorative Openings for ASSA ABLOY. “When design is paramount, it’s equally important that all door hardware accessories are durable and reliable. These new McKinney concealed hinges are yet another aesthetic option designers and architects can utilize to enhance a space’s design.”

Rockwood's Locking Pull System is available in two distinct styles: PostMount or GeoMetek Rockwood Manufacturing, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is showcasing a horizontal push/pull bar for The Locking Pull System at AIA. Available immediately, the optional add-on improves functionality without detracting from its elegant and simple design. Greater Push/Pull Area The horizontal push/pull bar is offered in a post mount or bent end design and is available for both deadbolt-up and deadbolt-down models. Complementing swinging or sliding doors, the horizontal bar gives The Locking Pull System a greater push/pull area. “This new customizable option makes The Locking Pull System’s confluence of form and function more apparent than ever before,” said Sandra Matheny, Director of Decorative Openings, ASSA ABLOY. PostMount Or GeoMetek Styles The Locking Pull System is available in two distinct styles: PostMount or GeoMetek. The system is made for 3/8" - 7/8" thick glass, 13/8" to 21/2" thick aluminum, and hollow metal or wood doors with multiple locking options for the floor, head or both. Both PostMount and GeoMetek styles include available permanent and highly curable engraving for a clean aesthetic. AIA 2016 attendees can visit ASSA ABLOY at booth #2925 to browse dozens of decorative door opening solutions.

The Rixson 609's overhead positioning significantly reduces vandalism compared to a surface-applied closer Rixson, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand, is previewing a new overhead concealed closer  at AIA 2016 in Philadelphia. Launching in late 3rd quarter of this year, the Rixson 609 offers subtlety, security, and is available in 14 finishes. Versatile Universal Design While the closer is concealed in the header to reduce visual impact, it doesn’t compromise on versatility. The adjustable spring size (1-4) is able to meet a variety of force requirements to satisfy all ADA compliances. With a universal design to fit the most common door preps, the 609 can be used for glass, wood or metal door installations and has a positive stop at 90 or 105 degrees.  A five-year limited warranty and ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification ensures lasting reliability. Reducing Vandalism “As important as it is for a door opening to look cohesively designed, security is still paramount,” said Sandra Matheny, Director of Decorative Openings, ASSA ABLOY. “Thanks to its overhead positioning, the Rixson 609 significantly reduces vandalism compared to a surface-applied closer.” AIA 2016 attendees can visit ASSA ABLOY at booth #2925 to browse dozens of decorative door opening solutions.