Technical expertise for complex opening decisions.
Allmar's Architectural Hardware consultants bring years of industry experience, product knowledge and specialized training to help architects, contractors and building owners navigate complex door, hardware, life-safety and security requirements.
Experience matters when the details get complicated.
Architectural hardware requires a very specific combination of product, application and code knowledge.
Allmar's consultants are seasoned professionals whose experience is supported by ongoing training from strategic vendor partners and the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI).
Whether the project involves technical product selection, fire-safety requirements, specialty hardware, electronic access control or a complex renovation, our team helps identify practical solutions appropriate to the application.
Solutions shaped around the project.
Every building presents different demands. Allmar consultants help bring product knowledge, technical expertise and practical experience together to address the requirements of the opening, the facility and the people who use it.
Product Application
Guidance on selecting hardware and opening products appropriate to specific applications and operating conditions.
Codes & Standards
Technical knowledge supporting decisions involving applicable building requirements and product standards.
Life Safety
Support for openings where fire protection, egress and occupant safety play a critical role.
Security
Consultation involving door security, electronic access control products and integrated opening requirements.
Complex & Specialty Applications
Experienced guidance for renovations, specialty hardware and complex project conditions that require deeper technical expertise.
Product knowledge meets real-world experience.
Allmar combines technical training, manufacturer relationships and hands-on project experience to help clients make informed decisions across architectural openings.
Door & Hardware Expertise
In-depth understanding of doors, frames, hardware and the way these components work together within the complete opening.
Product Guidance
Technical advice informed by extensive manufacturer knowledge, product training and industry experience.
Fire & Life Safety
Consultation for door and hardware conditions involving fire protection, egress and life-safety requirements.
Codes & Standards
Experienced professionals trained to interpret codes, standards and technical requirements affecting architectural openings.
Renovation Support
Guidance for existing facilities where legacy conditions, compatibility and current project requirements intersect.
Security & Access Control
Technical expertise involving electronic access control, door-security products and integrated opening applications.
Technical expertise recognized by the industry.
The Door and Hardware Institute provides training, credentials and certifications for door security and safety professionals. These credentials are recognized throughout the door and hardware industry and architectural design community as indicators of technical expertise.
DHT
Door + Hardware Technician. Demonstrates technical competence in product and code application, detailing, estimating and project-management skills for projects of intermediate complexity.
DHC
Door + Hardware Consultant. Advanced product and code-application expertise for detailing, estimating, project management and technical consultation on complex projects and facility renovations.
FDAI
Fire + Egress Door Assembly Inspector. Credentialed professionals trained to visually inspect and operationally test fire and egress door assemblies and provide authorized inspection reporting.
AHC · EHC · CDC · AOC
Allmar recognizes advanced DHI credentials including AHC, EHC, CDC and AOC and has numerous staff members who retain these advanced credentials.
Expertise strengthened by industry relationships.
Allmar's longstanding relationships with leading manufacturers provide access to broad product knowledge and ongoing training on evolving technologies, applications and product advancements.
Understand the issue. Build the right solution.
Understand the project
Review the building, project conditions, application and operational requirements.
Evaluate the opening
Consider products, codes, compatibility, security, life safety and other technical requirements.
Develop the solution
Apply product knowledge and industry experience to recommend a practical approach.
Support the project
Help project teams understand the technical requirements and move forward with greater confidence.
Have a complex door or hardware question?
Connect with Allmar to discuss your project and determine how our architectural hardware consulting team can help.