Installation of magnetic locks or electric strikes in a code compliant access control systems can be a daunting task because it requires comprehensive knowledge of applicable regulations, equipment options and installation methods. That's why Camden has published a 'How To' guide to bring all of this salient information together in one easy to use reference. The guide includes a summary of codes, equipment specifications, system diagrams and point-to-point wiring schematics.

Electric strikes are one of several kinds of electrically operated locking devices used to secure both inside and outside doors. Electro mechanical by nature, they provide a cost-effective way to control foot traffic from one side of a door to the other. This guide takes you through the general mechanics, type of door and frame, mechanical door locks, door strike security grades, supply voltage, electric strike duty and fail strikes, intermittent vs. continuous duty and strike and lock center alignment.

The SureWave™ family of touchless switches by Camden Door Controls lead the industry in performance, quality, and value – with a range of features that are unmatched by any other touchless switches on the market. This guide features the models and faceplate options, sensor range, wired/wireless applications, activation inputs, control outputs and light ring illuminations.

This application guide has been created to address the changes applicable to the installation of door activation switches, as contained in the amendment to the 2012 Ontario Building Code, Ontario regulation 368/13. This guide includes an extract of the amendments applicable to door activation switches and provides application guidance for equipment specifiers and installers.

The application of automatic operators on restroom doors is being demanded on a rapidly increasing basis. Camden leads the market with a range of innovative and exclusive products specifically designed for this application. Whether you are a specification writer/designer or system installer, this comprehensive guide provides a complete reference to code requirements, system design options, equipment types and point-to-point wiring

This guide has been created to support emerging building code requirements (including OBC regulation 368/13) for emergency call systems to be installed in barrier free and universal restrooms. . Camden leads the market with a range of innovative and exclusive products specifically designed for this application. Whether you are a specification writer/designer or system installer, this comprehensive guide provides a complete reference to code requirements, system design options, equipment types and point-to-point wiring

The Theatre, which opened its doors in 1913 and has been termed the finest theatre in Eastern Canada, had two goals in mind. One was to enable wheelchair accessibility to the building with a low-energy door operator. The other was to enable employees to easily secure three main entrance doors remotely, from behind the reception desk.

This 'ADA 101' course is designed for low voltage system installers, system specifies and facility managers who need basic information about the automatic door market, applicable codes and standards, different applications and components. In addition to traditional types of door activation and control products, you'll also view information on 'next generation' products just being introduced to the industry and integration of automatic doors with fire alarm and access control systems.

Selecting the right door activation switch for your application is more important than you think. Although it's always important to select a product with the best performance at the lowest cost, door activation switches have an even greater value to Installers because of their high visibility. Simply put; no one will ever see the panel, wiring and all the other hidden parts of the system but they will see and touch a switch every day. To the vast majority of consumers, the switch actually 'is' the access control or automatic door operator system! The best switch for your business is designed to be easily installed, built to last and competitively priced. What's a switch worth? Your time, your profit and your reputation!

In addition to the more than 4,000 stock switch models we offer, Camden is also the best source for fully custom switches. Camden custom switches meet the demands of custom low voltage system designs, compliment architectural finishes and interior designs and are ideal for special and foreign language applications, with custom text and graphics. In addition, having a custom engraved logo and phone number to a switch plate is a powerful and remarkably affordable way to increase awareness of your company!