SHDA | Newsletter

September 28, 2022

A Note from the SHDA President

As fall begins and the holidays are coming quickly, I want to update the association members on some of what is happening at SHDA. The team has been working hard to add webinars to the Education Portal that can be used by members' employees to keep up with the latest industry trends.

Committee members and the board will be meeting in early November to work on making sure 2023 will be another exciting year for SHDA. Finally, please remember to save the date as we will be heading to Orlando, Florida and the Caribe Royale for the Industry Advancement Summit on April 23 through April 28, 2023.

I look forward to seeing everyone in a new setting next spring. I hope everyone has a pleasant holiday season.

Regards,

Rob Justen

RonJusten

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SHDA Remembers Ronnie Weaver

The Security Hardware Distributors Association (SHDA) was saddened to learn of the passing of Accredited Lock Supply Founder Ronnie Weaver on September 2, 2022.

A funeral service was held on September 8 at the First Presbyterian Church of Ramsey, New Jersey. Weaver is interred at Union Cemetery in Ramsey. Click here to view the obituary.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Care Plus New Jersey, New Jersey Mission of Honor, or First Presbyterian Church of Ramsey.

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Industry News

SHDA Associate Advisor Update for September 2022

Robert Stetson of ASSA ABLOY shares some insights on the projected growth in the physical security market. Read more on the SHDA website.

The Ins and Outs of
Roof Doors

On the iDigHardware website, Allegion's Lori Greene breaks down the often confusing building codes regarding both occupied and unoccupied roof doors.

Dodge Momentum Index Dips in August

The Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Construction Network, is a monthly measure of the initial report for nonresidential building projects in planning, shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year. In August, the commercial component of the Momentum Index rose one percent, while the institutional component fell more than five percent. Click here to read more.

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Member News

LockeyUSA Launches Industry-Changing Gate Box

LockeyUSA, a specialty supplier of high-quality perimeter security and gate hardware products for a wide range of commercial and residential applications, recently launched the GBS2000 gate box. The gate box does not require welding and is a finished product, eliminating the need to paint or apply a powder coat, reducing installation time in the field. Read more on the SHDA website.

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Associates: Share Your Expertise on Products, Training

Did you know you can share your product-specific training program and material on the SHDA website? Join fellow members and help keep SHDA's education portal robust and informative for distributors. It's easy: just email your content to info@shda.org.

Are You Taking Advantage of SHDA Business Discounts?

Learn more about how you can save throughout the year with preferred rates on shipping, technology, car rentals, and credit card processing to lower your business expenses.

SHDA membership affords you savings to help your company run as efficiently as possible. Learn more today!

MEMBER BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

SHDA partnered with Savings4Members to provide you with access to cost savings programs to help you spend less time worrying about expenses, including fuel. Use Savings4 Members to save at major gas brands across the country. Fuel is just one area to save; through Savings4Members you have access to various discounts with national vendors to help you buy and save on other products and services you use every day. Click for more information.

Upcoming Educational Events

October 11, 2022
1:00PM - 2:00PM EDT

Unlocking the Door to Your Social Media Success

Presenter: Benji Bolick Senior, Digital Communications Specialist with ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Zoom

November 2, 2022
3:00PM - 4:00PM

Supply Chain Issues Update

Presenter: Matt Schreibfeder, Effective Inventory Management, Inc.

Zoom

April 24-28, 2023

2023 SHDA Industry Advancement Summit

Caribe Royale

Orlando, FL

In Case You Missed It...

Did you miss last month's webinar on vertical integration and third-party outsourcing when it comes to access solution hardware and software? Rickey Green of LocklyPRO shared how his company has introduced fully integrated hardware and software solutions that allow for seamless integration and world-class customer service.

SHDA webinars are recorded to let you learn on your own time. Just click the screencap below to get started.