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Technical Article – Ligature-Resistant Products in Healthcare

September 17, 2025

Ligature-Resistant Products Make Behavioral Health Environments Safer for Patients.
* Which Facilities are Incorporating Ligature-Resistant Elements?
* Codes and Testing
* Regulation of Facilities
* Standards
* Accreditation
* Products

Benefits of Zinc-Coated Metal

April 10, 2024

Many manufacturers of non-structural commercial building products offer some type of zinc-coated steel, but how do you know which one is best for your application?

Focus on Floor Doors: Fire-Rated and Non-rated

March 25, 2024

We outline the differences between fire-rated and non fire-rated floor doors.

Independent Third Party Testing and Certification of Building Products

October 23, 2023

To assure that building products are meeting performance and safety standards, many are tested or evaluated by independent third party organizations.