Discusses the new generation of durable school-door hardware and innovations that can resist everyday abuse. Concluding comments address cross-corridor door innovations that can help doorways more easily accommodate the passage of oversized items, and classroom door locking systems. Aug 2000 Explores the planning and testing involved in successfully replacing windows in a corporate office building converted into an academic building. Inspection procedures and performance testing are examined. Focus is placed on how doorframes have evolved over the years in ways that offer new choice options to consider.
Issues addressed include key and lock management, window sturdiness, and emergency exiting.
Feb 2000 Discusses how revolving doors can serve as security tools and help control energy costs for college buildings. Reduction of tailgater entries and passback techniques to help unauthorized people enter buildings are addressed. Concluding comments highlight revolving door features that assist emergency exiting and energy cost savings potentials. A window selection guide is included. Nov 1999 Discusses how door design and construction can add safety and security to educational facilities.