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Access Control
Opening New Doors: Rethinking Fire Protection with AMBICO Oversized Entrances
June 18, 2024
Fire safety regulations and standards have long been established practices in North America. While standard fire-rated door openings are widely available, options for oversized fire-rated doors have been limited. Recognizing the growing need for oversized fire-rated doors, AMBICO engineers have designed innovative solutions to address this gap.
BILCO Terrazzo Doors: An Exemplary Choice for Modern Construction
June 11, 2024
When it comes to reliable and efficient access solutions in construction, BILCO terrazzo doors stand out as a top choice for architects and builders. These doors seamlessly blend durability with aesthetic appeal, making them an ideal selection for both functional and design-centric projects.
Evolving Technologies in Fire and Smoke Control: A Deep Dive into Smoke Guard's Innovative Solutions
February 6, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of fire and smoke control, a harmonious blend of active and passive measures is proving to be the key to enhanced safety. One noteworthy advancement in this domain is the Fire Service Control Station (FSCS) introduced by Smoke Guard, which acts as a master control panel orchestrating all mitigation systems within a building.
Ballistic Glazing Solutions Guide
February 1, 2024
There are literally thousands of options when it comes to bulletproof glass. Finding the solution that’s right for you or your client is critical and details matter more than ever. This guide is a must-have for anyone working with ballistic glazing:
Did you know that smoke is the most deadly part of a fire?
January 23, 2024
BILCO fire safety products are designed for proper ventilation and emergency evacuation. Make sure your building is safe and up to code.
Navigating the Maze of Bulletproof Standards: Making Sense of NIJ, UL752, and ASTM
December 28, 2023
Amidst a maze of acronyms and classifications like UL, ASTM, UL752, NIJ III, and more, deciphering the ideal bulletproofing standards for specific security needs can be overwhelming. Total Security Solutions simplifies this complexity, offering clarity in navigating these standards.
[VIDEO] Mantraps in the Real World
November 29, 2023
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Mantraps are used to add a layer of security to any building that needs to mitigate risk. These small, secure vestibules are practical solutions for all types of businesses; there are three basic mantrap variations.
Safeguarding Hospital Environments: 8 Crucial Measures for Enhanced Fire Safety
November 21, 2023
In the realm of healthcare, the specter of fire hazards poses a particularly menacing threat due to the presence of immobile patients, volatile substances, and intricate infrastructure. Despite stringent regulations, hospitals remain susceptible to fire incidents, underlining the paramount importance of robust fire safety measures.
Smoke Guard Draft Curtain: a cost-effective solution designed for warehouses, aircraft hangars and manufacturing environments
October 17, 2023
Smoke Guard Draft Curtain: a cost-effective solution designed for warehouses, aircraft hangars and manufacturing environments. This innovative strategy automatically removes smoke, channeling it away from the fire and out of the building.
BILCO Roof Hatch Paves Way For Delivery of Important Medical Device
October 10, 2023
Discover how a custom BILCO roof hatch helped safely deliver crucial medical equipment to a hospital in Louisiana.
A unique piece of medical equipment, a Gamma Knife, was installed at the Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. It is used to help fight brain cancer and there are only approximately 300 in use around the world. The device was lowered into the building by cranes through a custom 12-foot x 9-foot BILCO Type D roof hatch.The hatch allows for workers to install Cobalt-60, a radiation source which is used in the Gamma Knife and a portion of which must be replaced about every 5 years.
Keyless Package Management: The Future of On- and Off-Campus Deliveries
July 25, 2023
How Package Concierge® is Revolutionizing Package Management for Gen Z Students
Layering Physical Security Entrances to Protect Data Centers
May 23, 2023
Implementing a layered approach to physical security is the best way to mitigate unauthorized entry and all the associated risks and liabilities. In this blog, we’ll step through the critical security layers that data centers need, and discuss considerations for selecting the best security entrance solution for each layer.
Outdoor shades and windy conditions
May 11, 2023
Outdoor shades should be as resistant as possible to wind and weather. But while shades should never be deployed during damaging winds, the question remains: How wind resistant are they? And how do you prove it?
8 Essential Solutions to Improve Hospital Fire Safety
April 11, 2023
SourceA fire in any type of building can cause injury, property damage and even death. A fire in a healthcare facility — where people may not be able to leave…
Top 4 things to think about when specifying fire and smoke curtains
February 9, 2023
As an architect or designer, there is a lot riding on your recommendation of who should provide smoke and fire curtains on a project. The provider should have a single source responsibility for materials and labor while also providing service capabilities once the project is completed. Here are the four key points we’ve found that need to be considered before making this vital decision.
Fire and Safety Protection in High-Traffic Student Spaces
January 11, 2023
As part of the University of Arizona’s revitalization project, the school’s Bear Down Gym was remodeled to help create the university’s new Student Success District. The multiphase campus building renovation project included renovations to the Main Library, Science Library and Bear Down Gym buildings as part of the school’s initiative to enhance student performance. But this kind of undertaking comes with a number of challenges, especially when some of the buildings on the campus are almost 100 years old.
Portable steel security buildings to upgrade your perimeter protection plan
January 9, 2023
To upgrade your perimeter protection plan, Par-Kut designs and manufactures portable steel security buildings. These standard and built to order factory assembled security buildings provide the specifier and owner with a high level of convenience and customization.
LadderPort™ - the Safer, Less Expensive Alternative To Vertical Ladders
December 26, 2022
Ballistic entryways, access control vestibules and custom-fabricated entryways
December 9, 2022
4 Innovative Fire Protection Technologies for 2022
November 16, 2022
With contemporary technology, the fire safety business continues to see impressive leaps in innovation. Fire safety advances that would have seemed like science fiction a decade ago are now becoming a reality. Take a look at some of the most recent breakthroughs in fire safety technology and how they are saving lives: