Taking into consideration Articles 3.8.3.6, “Doorways and Doors,” and 3.3.1.19, “Transparent Doors and Panels,” of the 2015 National Building Code (NBC), this article will give a sneak preview of the proposed changes to the code’s 2020 edition.
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Since the program first launched in 1964, the American National Standards Institute/Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (ANSI/BHMA) standards have traditionally focused on hardware for commercial buildings.
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Many architects and specifiers are well-versed with regard to American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) standards for builders’ hardware used throughout North America. These standards typically pertain to commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities, covering everything from hinges to locks to power doors.
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Specifying and installing doors and hardware has become an increasingly complex process. To address some of the associated challenges, some project teams are turning to integrated doors, which have emerged as a popular choice for simplifying the purchasing and installation of many types of openings.
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