TGIFire Code Friday! If the fire marshal showed up today, would your building comply with Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)? Things to look for: *floor space on both sides of opening is clear of obstructions and door can open fully and close freely. *latching/locking devices do not require keys, tools, or special knowledge. *one releasing […]
FedLock will be closing at 11am on Wednesday, November 24th to allow time for our staff to celebrate Thanksgiving. We will remain closed through the week and resume normal business hours on Monday, November 29th at 6am. Be sure to call or email any service requests in ASAP to beat the rush. Have a safe, […]
During 30+ years in business, we’ve seen a lot of custom doors and hardware. Earlier this month, we were excited to work on the unique door pictured below. From the hallway, it appears to be a standard metal door but it has very thick cladding on the lobby side to match surrounding aesthetics. The additional […]
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Who better to ask about locks than the knowledgeable technicians who work on them every day? This month, we’re featuring John. He has 8 years of experience and is knowledgeable about a variety of hardware. John has completed many factory certifications including iCore and LCN training. Q: What is your favorite type of lock to repair/replace? Why?A: My favorite lock […]
TGIFire Code Friday! Per NFPA 101, if locks are provided, they shall not require the use of a key, tool or effort for operation from the egress side. In the photo, the panic bars are rendered useless by the padlock. If you have any type of lock on an emergency door that requires a key, […]
It’s going to be very windy today in the DMV region. If you have doors blow open or hardware damage, contact us for help! service@flslock.com or 703-525-1436
TGIFire Code Friday! This week, we have another “As Seen in The Field” violation. Exit doors should be single motion egress and cannot be chained shut. And this was during business hours! If you have malfunctioning doors or hardware, contact us to find a safe, effective solution.
TGIF, it’s Fire Code Friday . This was a real situation our team saw in the field. This is NOT the way to lock a door, especially high-traffic entrances that tenants and guests use. If you need to secure a door but still need to provide egress during emergencies, contact us to discuss the best […]
Perhaps your company occupies a small suite with only a few doors. Or maybe you manage a large building with dozens of tenants. No matter the size, we can help everyone! When you move into a new space or renovate existing space, it’s a good idea to rekey the locks and cut new keys. This […]
