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Australian Mechanical vs Motor vs Solenoid Mortice Lock: RFQ Selection Guide
Australian Mechanical vs Motor vs Solenoid Mortice Lock: RFQ Selection Guide TL;DR Use the mechanical version when locking is created by mechanical...
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CE Passage Latch vs Deadbolt Mortise Lock: Which Function Fits the Door?
CE Passage Latch vs Deadbolt Mortise Lock: Which Function Fits the Door? TL;DR Use a passage latch when the door must stay...
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Apartment Entrance vs Dormitory Mortise Lock: F09 or F13?
Apartment Entrance vs Dormitory Mortise Lock: F09 or F13? TL;DR Choose F09 when the opening requires controlled outside entry and free inside...
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Australian Mortice Lock Sample Approval Checklist: From Drawing to Repeat Order
Australian Mortice Lock Sample Approval Checklist: From Drawing to Repeat OrderTL;DRApprove more than appearance. The sample record should identify the exact lock...
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CE Escape vs Anti-Thrust Escape Mortise Lock: Function and Project Selection
CE Escape vs Anti-Thrust Escape Mortise Lock: Function and Project Selection TL;DR Both escape and anti-thrust escape configurations must be selected from...
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Office vs Apartment Entrance Mortise Lock Functions: F04 or F09?
Office vs Apartment Entrance Mortise Lock Functions: F04 or F09? TL;DR Use F04 when the project requires an office/entry function with an...
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Australian Mortice Lock Function Direction Guide: Inside, Outside and Handing Setup
Australian Mortice Lock Function Direction Guide: Inside, Outside and Handing Setup TL;DR Define the secure side, egress side, door hand and required...
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CE Bathroom Mortise Lock Guide: Thumbturn, Privacy Bolt and Emergency Release
CE Bathroom Mortise Lock Guide: Thumbturn, Privacy Bolt and Emergency Release TL;DR A bathroom mortise lock normally combines lever-operated latching with inside...
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ANSI Classroom vs Storeroom Mortise Lock Functions: F05 or F07?
ANSI Classroom vs Storeroom Mortise Lock Functions: F05 or F07? TL;DR Choose F05 when authorised staff must be able to lock or...
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Australian Mortice Lock Backset: Choosing 60 mm, 89 mm or 127 mm
Australian Mortice Lock Backset: Choosing 60 mm, 89 mm or 127 mm TL;DR Choose an Australian mortice lock backset from the door...
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CE Mortise Lock Binding After Installation: Isolate Door, Strike and Trim Problems
CE Mortise Lock Binding After Installation: Isolate Door, Strike and Trim Problems TL;DR For CE mortise lock binding after installation, first record...
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ANSI Mortise Lock Trim: Escutcheon vs Sectional Rose Selection
ANSI Mortise Lock Trim: Escutcheon vs Sectional Rose Selection TL;DR Choose ANSI mortise lock trim as part of a complete working assembly....
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