Specialty Door Openings  

An overview of design options, applications and specification considerations for specialty door openings

Sponsored by ASSA ABLOY

This CE Center course is no longer eligible for receiving credits.

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This program will provide an overview of the design options, applications, and specification considerations for various types of Specialty Door Openings. Learn how to differentiate specialty door applications from standard steel based product offerings with an emphasis on improving the performance and efficiency of the entire opening.

Door Openings

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Originally published in The NEWS

Originally published in May 2020

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Review the most commonly used types of specialty door openings in regards to accessibility and energy efficiency.
  • Recognize various applications for specialty door openings.
  • Explain specialty opening product attributes and limitations.
  • Discuss the key elements of Codes and regulations in regards to door openings and how it relates to building requirements for fire, life safety, ADA and human health.