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Commercial Doors: Understanding the Different Types

Commercial doors play a vital role in the functionality, security, and efficiency of various commercial establishments. Understanding the different types

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June 6, 2023

The Benefits of Coiling Counter Shutters for Retail Stores

Commercial properties, including retail stores, face a risk of burglary that’s four times greater than that of residential homes, with

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May 19, 2023

Load Smarter, Not Harder: The Advantages of Dock Levelers

Efficient loading and unloading processes are crucial for the smooth operation of commercial facilities. Loading dock levelers play a significant

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May 3, 2023

Choose High Speed Doors for Maximum Security and Efficiency

In today’s industrial landscape, security and efficiency are paramount to maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring smooth operations. High-speed doors

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April 24, 2023

Essential Components for Your Loading Dock Area: Are You Equipped for Success?

The loading dock area is crucial to any business that ships and receives goods. It is the gateway through which

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April 3, 2023

Everything There is to Know About PVC Strip Curtains

If you are in the industrial or commercial sector, you may be familiar with strip curtains. PVC strip curtains are

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March 16, 2023

Secure Your Business in Confidence with Security Gates, Grilles, and Shutters

In Portland, OR, the rise in burglaries by over 20% highlights the importance of safeguarding businesses from break-ins, theft, and

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March 3, 2023

What are Cold Storage Doors & Why They are Necessary

Cold storage doors help to maintain the desired temperature and prevent energy loss, ensuring the preservation of perishable goods. They

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February 17, 2023

What is the Difference Between a Commercial Fire-Rated Door and a Fire Exit Door?

When it comes to fire safety in buildings, doors play a crucial role in preventing the spread of flames and

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February 1, 2023

Different Types of Loading Dock Accessories Available

Your company’s loading dock is where the outside world meets your business. That makes it a critical junction for both

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January 17, 2023

Key Components to Consider When Investing in Sectional Overhead Doors

Industrial and commercial operations benefit from sectional overhead doors as cost-effective, dependable, and durable components for their operations. The horizontal

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January 3, 2023

What are Vehicle Restraints and are They Necessary?

Loading docks are common in warehouses, depots, and other areas where goods must be loaded and unloaded. Unfortunately, they can

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December 16, 2022

The Winter Months Are Here: Are Your Coiling Overhead Doors Ready?

Winter is upon us! If you live in an area like the Pacific Northwest region, that experiences wet and cold

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December 2, 2022

Understanding Loading Dock Seals & Shelters for Your Facility

Any commercial facility with a loading dock area can benefit from having the right equipment in place. For example, loading

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November 18, 2022

Coiling Counter Shutters Can Enhance Exterior Design While Providing Protection

Coiling counter shutters provide a solution for closing off certain areas of your business. Unlike the sometimes harsher-looking security gates

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November 2, 2022

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Commercial Doors: Understanding the Different Types

Commercial doors play a vital role in the functionality, security, and efficiency of various commercial establishments. Understanding the different types of commercial doors available can help you make an informed decision when it comes to choosing the right solution for your needs. Authority Dock & Door, as a leading provider,

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June 6, 2023

The Benefits of Coiling Counter Shutters for Retail Stores

Commercial properties, including retail stores, face a risk of burglary that’s four times greater than that of residential homes, with most break-ins occurring when the business is closed. A solution to this problem lies in the adoption of coiling counter shutters. These shutters not only enhance the security of the

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May 19, 2023

Load Smarter, Not Harder: The Advantages of Dock Levelers

Efficient loading and unloading processes are crucial for the smooth operation of commercial facilities. Loading dock levelers play a significant role in enhancing these processes, ensuring seamless transitions between vehicles and loading docks. A staggering 25% of all industrial accidents occur at loading docks, with an alarming 600 near misses

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May 3, 2023

Choose High Speed Doors for Maximum Security and Efficiency

In today’s industrial landscape, security and efficiency are paramount to maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring smooth operations. High-speed doors can increase operational efficiency in industrial settings thanks to their rapid opening and closing mechanisms. This significant boost in productivity streamlines workflow and contributes to a safer and more secure

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April 24, 2023

Essential Components for Your Loading Dock Area: Are You Equipped for Success?

The loading dock area is crucial to any business that ships and receives goods. It is the gateway through which products enter and exits a facility and plays a critical role in logistics and supply chain management. However, many businesses overlook the importance of maintaining and equipping their loading dock

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April 3, 2023

Everything There is to Know About PVC Strip Curtains

If you are in the industrial or commercial sector, you may be familiar with strip curtains. PVC strip curtains are plastic strips used as barriers to control temperature, dust, noise, and humidity in various environments. They are made of PVC, the third-most widely manufactured synthetic polymer of plastic, that is

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March 16, 2023

Secure Your Business in Confidence with Security Gates, Grilles, and Shutters

In Portland, OR, the rise in burglaries by over 20% highlights the importance of safeguarding businesses from break-ins, theft, and unauthorized entry to secure their success. Investing in security gates, grilles, and shutters is an excellent way to achieve this. Security gates, grilles, and shutters offer a layer of security

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March 3, 2023

What are Cold Storage Doors & Why They are Necessary

Cold storage doors help to maintain the desired temperature and prevent energy loss, ensuring the preservation of perishable goods. They are essential to temperature-controlled environments such as refrigerated warehouses, grocery stores, and distribution centers. Understanding Cold Storage Doors Cold storage doors are designed to withstand the harsh conditions of a

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February 17, 2023

What is the Difference Between a Commercial Fire-Rated Door and a Fire Exit Door?

When it comes to fire safety in buildings, doors play a crucial role in preventing the spread of flames and smoke. Two types of doors that are commonly used for this purpose are commercial fire-rated doors and fire exit doors. While both types of doors are designed to protect against

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February 1, 2023

Different Types of Loading Dock Accessories Available

Your company’s loading dock is where the outside world meets your business. That makes it a critical junction for both workplace safety and productivity. However, loading docks are often used haphazardly when employees lack the necessary equipment to complete their tasks safely and efficiently. That’s where loading dock accessories come

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January 17, 2023

Key Components to Consider When Investing in Sectional Overhead Doors

Industrial and commercial operations benefit from sectional overhead doors as cost-effective, dependable, and durable components for their operations. The horizontal sections are hinged together, allowing the door to bend seamlessly into an open and closed position, lying flat to the ceiling when fully extended. Modern overhead sectional door selections are

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January 3, 2023

What are Vehicle Restraints and are They Necessary?

Loading docks are common in warehouses, depots, and other areas where goods must be loaded and unloaded. Unfortunately, they can also become dangerous if vehicle restraints are not used. Vehicle restraints are designed to keep the trailer in place while the loading and unloading process is taking place. Authority Dock

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December 16, 2022

The Winter Months Are Here: Are Your Coiling Overhead Doors Ready?

Winter is upon us! If you live in an area like the Pacific Northwest region, that experiences wet and cold winters, then you understand the need to prepare and to be prepared. Winter brings not just cold weather but also, rain, snow, sleet, and ice. Salt used on roadways, parking

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December 2, 2022

Understanding Loading Dock Seals & Shelters for Your Facility

Any commercial facility with a loading dock area can benefit from having the right equipment in place. For example, loading dock seals and shelters can help improve efficiency and safety during deliveries and improve employees’ overall working conditions. There are many different types of dock seals and shelters, and many

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November 18, 2022

Coiling Counter Shutters Can Enhance Exterior Design While Providing Protection

Coiling counter shutters provide a solution for closing off certain areas of your business. Unlike the sometimes harsher-looking security gates and grilles, coiling counter shutters can blend into the existing design while offering a high level of security and protection. Coiling counter shutters also offer privacy. They seal off the

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November 2, 2022