We’re all impacted by the drastic changes brought on by the Coronavirus, but what does it mean for multi-family construction? It seems the new normal changes every day. As more people work remotely and avoid public places in favor of their homes, property managers consider the day-to-day impact of our…
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From high-rise modern condominiums to cozy senior living communities, we offer comprehensive security suites for a variety of projects. With the swipe of a badge, keycard, or ID card, AccessNSite combines the hardware and intelligence necessary for controlling access. Our all-in-one security system integrates with intercoms, video, intrusion, elevator dispatch,…
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Building a multi-family housing unit such as a high-rise apartment, condominium, or senior living center requires collaboration among end users, general contractors, architects, construction teams, suppliers, and commercial integrators. One essential feature of a large multi-family building project is security and access control, putting the door opening industry in a…
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Today’s door is more than a frame, slab, and hardware, it is a dynamic digital ecosystem responsible for biometrics, card readers, video surveillance, and much more. Keeping up with innovations in the ever-changing tides of the door supplier industry has never been more relevant and important to providing customers with…
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Convention centers stand empty as do hotels. Most dormitories are vacant. Currently, public officials across the country are planning to repurpose some of these spaces as hospital facilities for patients with COVID-19. While social distancing measures are proving effective, but even so, public health experts are anticipating a strain on…
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The conversion of existing facilities to medical housing is a priority. American Direct is your partner as the threat of COVID-19 places additional pressure on infrastructure to accommodate the need for medical housing. The Federal Government is considering retasking campus and private facility housing for emergency use in the university and…
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by Juliette B. Bradley St. Anthony’s Senior Living is located in Brookside, a charming historic neighborhood in the center of Kansas City, MO. The neighborhood is within a few blocks of the quaint Waldo and Country Club Plaza shopping districts. The building is on Troost Avenue, one of the major…
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Total Access Magazine is your source for the latest news, resources, and insights on totally integrated security solutions at the door opening. Read about the latest developments in the access control industry. The convergence of Division 28 and 8 is opening opportunities for a new type of security service provider…
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The entire industry of access control is evolving minute by minute and companies are taking note. Those that have sat idle with their existing security systems are now perking up. They are not only intrigued by the kinds of technology now being utilized, but they are buying and implementing the…
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Lendlease was selected by repeat client, JDL Development LLC, to provide construction management services for No. 9 Walton. They brought American Direct on to the design team to provide doors, frames, hardware, and some accessories … Read the article – http://bit.ly/2S8Sgwf
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Whether you have a love for food, history, music, theater, or just the city vibe in general, downtown Kansas City, Missouri is becoming home to many millennials, baby boomers, and echo boomers. These downtown dwellers are enjoying access to all of those perks, plus a reasonable cost of living in…
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As the home of Microsoft and Nintendo of America — and known as the “Bicycle Capital of the Northwest” — Redmond, WA, is a community on the cutting edge. Therefore, it’s not surprising developer White/Peterman properties wanted to ensure its new 243-unit Redmond 148 multifamily luxury housing complex would be on…
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“Our deliveries were complex, required lots of coordination, and were very time consuming. However, with the American Direct Fulfillment Center in Tacoma, WA, and Shop Supervisor Dennis Urquhart’s high attention to detail and standard of efficiency, the quality and customer service were fantastic.” — Eli Lemanski Project Engineer, Halvorson Construction Parkshore…
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