http://www.libertybp.net/blog/rss/feedsWed, 29 Apr 2026 16:27:06 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phg-will-be-at-modular-building-trade-show-march-2124-2014-in-san-antonio-texashttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phg-will-be-at-modular-building-trade-show-march-2124-2014-in-san-antonio-texas Modular Building Show: March 21-24, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas Philadelphia Hardware Group will be at the Modular Construction Industry's LARGEST EVENT the Modular Building Institute's Annual Convention & Tradeshow!Join hundreds of modular construction professionals for our 31st Annual World of Modular in San Antonio, Texas! For more than 30 years, MBI has provided professionals in the modular building industry a place to network, exchange ideas, learn from experts, discuss issues, display new products and receive well-deserved recognition. Join us for high-profile speakers, top-notch educational sessions, exhibits, the latest trends in modular, entertainment and more!World of Modular is an open forum for anyone interested in the modular construction industry. For suppliers of building products, services, and financing, the MBI trade show remains the best place to reach manufacturers and dealers of modular buildings.Top 10 Reasons to Attend!○ Interest in prefab and modular is at an all-time high. Even major companies like Skanska, Whiting Turner and PCL are using it in their projects.○ It’s the largest industry event.○ It’s the longest running industry event – 31 years.○ You’ll be able to network with more than 600 builders, developers, contractors, architects, dealers and equipment/service suppliers.○ Industry experts will be talking about hot topics like best practices, lean construction, the integration of modular and site built, passive house, LEED, net zero and more.○ Markets include education, multifamily, hospitality, health care, components, government, workforce housing and more.○ You’ll find out why “Greener, Faster, Smarter” isn’t just a slogan.○ You’ll look great in a cowboy hat. (It’s in Texas after all.)○ If you’re an equipment or service supplier, it’s the best place to display your products for the modular industry.○ If you want to learn about modular and prefab, it’s the place to be.Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:00:00 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phg-will-be-at-international-builders-show-february-46-2014-in-las-vegas-nevadahttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phg-will-be-at-international-builders-show-february-46-2014-in-las-vegas-nevadaInternational Builders Show: February 4-6, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada!In case you haven’t heard, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) are co-locating the International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS)! This first annual Design & Construction Week™ takes place February 4-6, 2014 in Las Vegas and Philadelphia Hardware Group is going to be there, in addition to:○ Two floors, one badge! By co-locating the two events, you can see and talk with exhibitors from every aspect of the industry during the same week, all for one low price. Plus, you’ll cut down on the cost of hotel and travel and you’ll only be away from your business for a few days.○ 1,500+ Exhibitors with Innovative Products. Design & Construction Week is expected to draw more than 75,000 builders, remodelers, developers, architects and other industry professionals from over 100 countries. It will be the one place the entire building industry comes together in North America next year.○ Networking with Peers. Between IBS and KBIS, the anticipated number of exhibiting companies is expected to top 1,500. You’ll see hundreds of new and improved products, and also have access to company representatives to ask questions and help you solve problems.We hope to see you on the floor, and maybe even head for some Vegas fun after!Tue, 04 Feb 2014 08:00:00 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phgs-commercial-products-bhma-certifiedhttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/phgs-commercial-products-bhma-certifiedPhiladelphia Hardware Group’s commercial products are all now approved by the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association to be BHMA Certified. That means all of our commercial products have been tested and certified to BHMA standards. About BHMA Product CertificationIn addition to ensuring hardware quality and performance through its development of standards, BHMA also sponsors third-party certification of hardware products. Third-party certification is a formal process for independently verifying that a product meets specific requirements or criteria. Under the BHMA-sponsored certification program, manufacturers voluntarily submit a hardware product to independent laboratory testing to confirm that the product fully meets the criteria of its ANSI/BHMA standard. To make sure a certified product continues to conform to its underlying standard, in-factory audits of the product are conducted periodically. Products unable to pass the auditing process face loss of certification. BHMA publishes an annual directory of all BHMA certified hardware products. Browse the 2013 BHMA Certified Products Directory from the home page of their website:www.buildershardware.com Bound copies of the directory can be obtained directly from BHMA.Currently the BHMA-sponsored certification program covers the following categories of Philadelphia Hardware Group’s commercial hardware; the categories and the ANSI/BHMA standards to which they are tested are as follows:Standard for ANSI/BHMA A156.1 – BUTTS AND HINGES1.1 This Standard establishes requirements for lightweight, standard weight, heavy weight and detention hinges. Cycle tests, lateral and vertical wear tests, friction tests, strength tests, finish tests, and material and dimensional requirements are included.1.2 Tests described in this Standard are performed under laboratory conditions. In actual usage, results vary because of installation, maintenance and environmental conditions.1.3 Consult NFPA 80 - 1999 for Fire Doors and Windows concerning hinge requirements for fire doors.Approved October 11, 2006.Standard for ANSI/BHMA A156.4 – 2008 DOOR CONTROLS – CLOSERS1.1 This Standard contains requirements for door closers surface mounted, concealed in the door, overhead concealed and concealed in the floor. Also included are pivots for floor closers. Criteria for conformance include cycle, operational, closing force and finish tests. Optional tests which shall be specified separately are also included.1.2 Tests in this Standard are performed under neutral air pressure laboratory conditions and between 60 and 85 degrees F. In actual usage results vary because of installation, maintenance, and environmental conditions. Actual closer performance is affected by fluctuating ambient conditions such as wind and pressure differentials, consult factory for recommendations.1.3 Use on Fire Doors A door closer used on labeled fire door assemblies shall be listed or labeled by a nationally recognized independent testing laboratory, and be subject to a periodic in-plant follow-up service. Consult the authority having jurisdiction for the appropriate fire test requirements.Approved by ANSI October 1, 2008.Standard for ANSI/BHMA A156.3 – 2008 EXIT DEVICES1.1 This standard establishes requirements for exit devices and trim, automatic and self-latching flush bolts, removable mullions, coordinators, and carry-open bars. Performance criteria include cycle, operational, strength, material evaluation, and finish tests. Functions and types are described and numbered.1.2 Tests described in this standard are performed under laboratory conditions. In actual usage, results vary because of installation, maintenance and environmental conditions.Approved by ANSI September 24, 2008.Standard for ANSI/BHMA A156.13 – MORTISE LOCKS1.1 This Standard establishes performance requirements for Mortise Locks and Latches and includes operational, cycle, strength, material evaluation, security, and finish tests, and dimensional criteria.1.2 Tests described in this Standard are performed under laboratory conditions. In actual usage, results may vary because of installation, maintenance, and environmental conditions.1.4 Grade Qualifications (Also see Appendix A)1.4.1 Two classifications of Grades are described in this Standard. Manufacturers shall indicate separately, for both an Operational Grade and a Security Grade level of mortise locks and latches. The minimum acceptable grade level for Operational and Security grades shall be a grade 3.1.4.1.1 Operational Grades shall meet the requirements of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13.1.4.1.2 Security Grades shall meet the requirements of Section 12.1.4.2 Any function shall be tested for qualification under Operational Grades and all other functions shall be considered as meeting the criteria provided the lock case and operating parts are of the same construction as that of the lock previously tested.1.4.3 Function F21 or a similar function with dead bolts and function F04 or a similar function without dead bolts to be certified shall be tested with the trim for qualification under Security Grades. All other functions where access is prevented shall be considered as meeting the criteria provided the lock case and operating parts are of the same construction as that of the lock previously tested.Approved by ANSI in 2005Fri, 16 Aug 2013 09:00:00 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/keypad-leverhttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/keypad-lever Features○ Operate by keypad or mechanical key.○ Beeper sound while pressing number.○ Auto-locking function.○ Powered by four AA (1.5V) Alkaline batteries.○ Fits standard door prep., Cross bore: 2-1/8”. No extra mounting hole required.○ One Programming Code for setting functions, up to 6 sets User Code for door access.○ High security code length 4-10 digits.○ User code can be deleted individually or all at once.○ Easy to restore default setting if owner forgot Programming Code.○ Avoid invalid code input for security protection.○ Low power consumption and low battery notification.○ LED illumination, able to operate in the dark.SpecificationFunction: EntranceDoor Prep Cross bore: 2-1/8”Edge bore: 1”Backset Adjustable 2-3/8” and 2-3/4”Door Thickness Fits 1-3/8” ~ 1-3/4”Cylinder: SC1 standard, KW1 availableFaceplate: 1” x 2-1/4” round corner, and Drive-In.Strike Standard: 9103 – 1-3/4” x 2-1/4” full lip strike, round corner. Optional: 9111 – 1-1/8” x 2-3/4” “T” type with tabLatch: 1/2" throw, 4-way design. Adjustable for 2-3/8” and 2-3/4” backset. Standard with Mortise round corner, can be changed to Drive-In latch.Door Handing: Reversible Lever.Mon, 01 Jul 2013 09:00:00 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/keypad-deadbolthttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/keypad-deadbolt FeaturesOperate by keypad or mechanical key.Beeper sound while pressing number.Auto-locking function.Powered by four AA (1.5V) Alkaline batteries.Fits standard door prep., Cross bore: 2-1/8”. No extra mounting hole required.One Programming Code for setting functions, up to 6 sets User Code for door access.High-security code length 4-10 digits.User code can be deleted individually or all at once.Easy to restore default setting if owner forgot Programming Code.Avoid invalid code input for security protection.Low power consumption and low battery notification.LED illumination, able to operate in the dark.SpecificationFunction: EntranceDoor Prep Cross bore: 2-1/8”Edge bore: 1”Backset Adjustable 2-3/8” and 2-3/4”Door Thickness Fits 1-3/8” ~ 2"Cylinder: SC1 standard, KW1 availableFaceplate: 1” x 2-1/4” round corner, and Drive-In.Strike Standard: Standard:9117 – 1-3/4” x 2-1/4” full lip strikeOptional:9113 – 1” x 2-1/4” round corner.9119 – 1-1/4” x 3-5/8” round corner.(security deadbolt strike)Latch: full 1" throw, Stainless steel bolt with hardened steel rod insert. 4-way design.Adjustable for 2-3/8” and 2-3/4” backset.Standard with Mortise round corner, can be changed to Drive-In latch.Door Handing: Reversible, electronic detection.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:00:00 -0700http://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/curved-shower-rodhttp://www.libertybp.net/blog/post/curved-shower-rod Start your post here...Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:00:00 -0700