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Pam Elkins Promoted to Marketing Communications Manager for Secura Key

Secura Key of Chatsworth, CA is proud to announce the promotion of Pam Elkins to her new position as Marketing Communications Manager. Ms. Elkins has been the Marketing Communications Coordinator for Secura Key's marketing department for over 11 years. Pam has over 25 years of experience in the marketing industry, in which she previously worked for one of the top 10 national advertising agencies, as well as the marketing department of a major tax preparation franchise and a local advertising/graphics firm. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from California State University at Northridge.

For more information, contact Secura Key at 20301 Nordoff Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311, call 1-800-891-0020 or visit www.securakey.com

Marty Similuk Promoted to Vice President, Sales & Marketing of Marshfield DoorSystems

Marty joined Marshfield in June 2007 as the Director of Sales-North and since that time has proven himself to be an impact manager for Marshfield DoorSystems and its customers. Marty’s background has prepared him well for a leadership role in the industry. Prior to joining Marshfield DoorSystems, Marty was the General Manager of Arc One's Gaithersburg, MD location. Before Arc One, he was President/Owner of a Michigan-based commercial door and hardware distribution company.

Marty holds a B.A. Degree in Material and Operations Management from Michigan State and a Masters Degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California.

For more information, call 715-486-2495 or visit www.marshfielddoors.com.

Timeley’s Tom Manzo Earns Project Manager Certification

Tom Manzo, Project Manager at Timely Prefinished Steel Door Frames, has been designated a Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM) following successful completion of six required courses included in Stanford University’s Advanced Project Management Certificate program.

This program affords participants an opportunity to perfect advanced-level project management techniques, which lead to the attainment of clients’ business objectives with maximum efficiency and economy.

For more information, contact Timely’s Marketing Services Department: 1-800-247-6242 or visit www.timelyframes.com.

Pioneer Industries Hires V.P. Operations

Pioneer Industries is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Ralph Tarzia as Vice President of Operations. Ralph will join the Pioneer senior management team and have full responsibility of all manufacturing operations at the Hackensack, NJ facility and report to Mitchell Dorf, President.

Ralph is a seasoned manufacturing executive with over 30 years experience of managing manufacturing operations at various companies, including the Pioneer operations during the years of 1998-2003. He leaves his current position where he has been since 2003 as Plant Manager of a custom metal manufacturing company that manufactures an array of items such as cell phone electronic equipment and cabinets. While at this company, Ralph implemented a new ERP software system, which brought computerized shop floor controls and other management reporting tools to the company.

Please join us in welcoming Ralph back to the Pioneer family. He can be reached at 201-933-1900 or Rtarzia@pioneerindustries.com.

Products

New Weatherproof Pushbutton From DynaLock

The new 6170 Series Weatherproof Pushbutton from DynaLock features a commercial-grade switch assembly, rated watertight to IP68 and completely sealed against moisture and dust intrusion. It is specifically designed to withstand outdoor exposure to the elements and other harsh environments. The ¾" diameter white, raised dome pushbutton includes a green LED backlight, selectable for 12 or 24VDC operation. Momentary-action, SPDT double-break contacts and a faceplate gasket are standard. Further details available at www.dynalock.com.

Blue Giant Introduces New Mini-Dok Comfort Series Edge-of-Dock Levelers

Blue Giant has developed a new line of mechanical and hydraulic edge-of-dock levelers with capacities from 20,000 to 30,000 pounds (9,100 to 13,600 kg) that are easy to operate and provide smooth top-plate transitions.

The new MD Comfort Series hydraulic levelers feature dual, maintenance-free cylinders to operate the deck and lip. The cylinders and motor come pre-fitted to the edge-of-dock assembly. The leveler is operated with a rugged, remote-mounted, single-push-button NEMA 4 control station. The MD-CH levelers are available in 72-inch (178-cm) and 78-inch (198-cm) widths with a 30,000-pound (13,600 kg) operating capacity and working range of five inches (13 cm) above to five inches (13 cm) below dock level.

For more information on Blue Giant, go to www.BlueGiant.com. Or contact Steve Greco at 800-668-7078; sgreco@BlueGiant.com; or 85 Heart Lake Road South, Brampton, Ontario L6W 3K2, Canada.

CRL’s New Dry Glaze Taper-Loc™ SystemCuts Installation Time in Half

Los Angeles-based, C.R. Laurence Co., Inc. (CRL), a supplier to the glazing, railing, architectural, construction, industrial, and automotive industries, is introducing two new products that will improve the Glass Railing and Glass Windscreen industries forever. The innovative GRS Glass Railing Dry Glaze Taper-Loc™ System is designed for residential and commercial tempered glass railing applications. The System includes an Installation/Removal Tool and Torque Wrench, and the CRL Taper-Loc™ Set for ½" (12 mm) or ¾" (19 mm) tempered glass applications.

In another innovative development, CRL has taken the same Glass Railing Taper-Loc™ technology and designed and engineered a low profile version for Glass Windscreen Base Shoe applications. This system can be used for residential and commercial applications. Features include an Installation/Removal Tool and Torque Wrench, and the CRL Taper-Loc™ Set for 3/8" (10 mm) tempered glass applications.

For more information regarding these systems visit the CRL web site at www.crlaurence.com or send email to railings@crlaurence.com You can also call CRL's Technical Sales Department at (800) 421-6144 in the U.S., (877) 421-6144 from Canada, or (323) 588-1251 from outside the U.S. and Canada. Ask for Ext. 7730.

Corporate News

Reliant Glass & Door Systems Opens Milwaukee Location

Reliant Glass & Door Systems, LLC is pleased to announce the opening of a sales and service location in the Milwaukee area. The office and shop will be located at 727 West Glendale Avenue Suite 700 in Glendale. Reliant has been serving the Milwaukee market for commercial doors, frames, hardware and glass & glazing for many years, but the opening of a physical location will help speed-up and improve service to the area.

Based out of the Milwaukee office will be Sr. Account Manager Leon Schneider, who is responsible for servicing General Contractors and Design/Build firms involved in new construction, tenant improvements and renovation projects. Also based out of the Milwaukee office will be Kristine Nourse, After-Market Account Manager, who is responsible for servicing Facility Managers, Buildings & Grounds Directors and building owners regarding commercial glass and door repairs, maintenance and replacements.

For more information contact Reliant Glass & Door Systems at 800-234-7432 or visit www.reliantglassanddoor.com.

Amesbury LOCCA Donates Remote Access and Wireless Intercoms to Charity

Ground breaking for a new Ronald McDonald’s House in Sioux Falls, SD was held Wednesday, June 25 at 4:30pm at the site of the future 18 bedroom Ronald McDonald House which the Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire (HBASE) is assisting in the fundraising and construction of. The Home HBASE hopes to hand the "keys" and a paid-in-full mortgage to the Ronald McDonald Charities on July 1st of 2009 by generous labor, materials and monetary donations being given by and fund-raised by the HBASE members and affiliates.

Amesbury Locca is pleased to be a member of and contributor to the HBASE project by donating over $8,500 worth of remote control access "keys" for the front and back entrances and the 18 family suites as well as wireless intercoms for the staff and guest families to use. Now families staying at the facility will be able to access the house without keys and without having to turn the handle…just a press of the button and they can push the door open, allowing disabled and mobility impaired parents and children easy access. The wireless intercoms will also allow house staff to speak to and unlock the doors for visitors without having to go to the door.

For more product information on the new Amesbury Locca product range, Contact Amesbury Locca at 800-325-3359 or email us at locca@amesbury.com

In Other News...

Dome’l has answered the call to mitigate natural disasters by designing functional and rugged doors. They feature The Dominator and Hurricane Doors that have been added to the company's product line. These high performance doors are architecturally designed for balconies and terraces of multi-storied buildings, condos and upscale resorts in windy cities. Full Story

JELD-WEN has announced an expanded partnership with OrePac, one of the West Coast's largest building material distributors. OrePac will now offer the JELD-WEN Custom Carved interior door line via its Sacramento, CA, branch, which services nearly all of the northern California and Nevada territories, reported in BuildingOnLine.com. Full Story

The recently launched Baran Access Solutions, a subsidiary of Baran Advanced Technologies Ltd. and the Baran Group, is now serving the security access control market in the U.S. and Canada. The company will concentrate on access control solutions, including Everswitch single-door keypads and controllers, contactless smart card readers, proximity readers and magstripe readers, reported Security Sales & Integration. Full Story

Atrium Corporation and its key affiliates have reached agreement with each of their major creditor groups to restructure their debt, reports MarketWatch. Atrium, based in Dallas, TX, is one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of residential windows and doors in North America, with pro forma net sales exceeding $700 million for the last twelve months, approximately 5,100 employees and 63 manufacturing facilities and distribution centers in 21 states, Canada and Mexico. Full Story

Andersen Corporation is upgrading its plant in Menomonie, WI. The improvements include adding mechanical equipment and perimeter fencing for the facility. Full Story

Called "recession proof" by many, student housing offers private apartment developers and operators new opportunities to tap into this demand and connect with future residents of the conventional apartment sector, reported Buildings.com. The Washington, D.C.-based National Multi Housing Council (NMHC) will explore these opportunities in its seventh annual Student Housing Conference on Sept. 22 in Washington, DC. The event is open to NMHC members and non-members. Full Story

ASSA ABLOY has completed the acquisition of Valli&Valli, a leading Italian manufacturer of design handles. Full Story

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