Security Door Controls Blog

Recently, some readers weighed in with comments on our social media platforms regarding Delayed Egress Systems that indicated misconceptions about their proper application in Security, and Fire and Life Safety applications. This post is the first in a series to address concerns expressed and to provide clarity and resources regarding Delayed Egress systems.

Put Your Profits In The Black

Highly Visible Multi-Color for Multi-Use with Multi-Brands 

Proven Delayed Egress Innovation 

See these selected 2nd quarter highlights from our robust toolbox of over 35,000 access + egress control components...

... all designed, engineered and built in America while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas.

Designed, Engineered and Built in America - Booth #21109

ISC West attendees visited us to see why our proven Delayed Egress solutions have led the industry since 1995 with the most choices and customization available. Also, they learned why SDC has been the premier manufacturer of popular electrified access control hardware like bolt locks, strikes, EMLocks® and egress devices - all Designed, Engineered and Built in America since 1972, while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas. Come and see for yourself before the show ends!

Proven Delayed Egress Innovation...

See why our proven Delayed Egress solutions have led the industry since 1995 with the most choices and customization available. Also, learn why SDC has been the premier manufacturer of popular electrified access control hardware like bolt locks, strikes, EMLocks® and egress devices - all Designed, Engineered and Built in America since 1972, while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas.

Low Energy Swing Door Operators

SDC’s EntryControl™ AUTO series low energy swing door operator with built-in 1 amp+ power supply provides the ability to power motorized electric latch retraction without a separate power supply.

Designed for low-power retrofits of any building entrance with an exit device, SDC operators feature fast, one-man installation time and help meet US and Canadian disability compliance for door installation in retail storefronts, office buildings, campuses and healthcare facilities. With single button setup, self-tuning, self-learning and onboard lock sequencing capabilities, SDC operators integrate easily with popular access and egress control hardware. 

See these selected 1st quarter highlights from our robust toolbox of over 35,000 access + egress control components...

... all designed, engineered and built in America while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas.

Since 1972, SDC has manufactured popular electrified access control hardware like bolt locks, strikes, EMLocks® and egress devices in America while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas. Designed, engineered and built in America means SDC products are readily available with standard one week lead times for most products.

With a robust toolbox of over 35,000 access and egress control components, SDC’s code compliant products form turnkey solutions for almost any door opening imagined.