Cornell Commercial Rolling Doors and Security Grilles Blog

2019 seems like an overactive season, not only for the number of tornadoes but also where they are occurring. Currently, there have been about 1,000 tornadoes reported across the nation - usually, there are 200 fewer by this time. For the last week of May, there have been over 200 tornadoes in 13 days as well as 12 consecutive days with eight or more tornado sightings, beating a record set in 1980.

We all know the importance of ventilation in our homes and buildings. It’s why harsh chemical cleaners come with labels reminding us to use them in a well-ventilated area. It’s also why building codes were established, especially for structures like parking garages where carbon monoxide can build up to dangerous levels. In parking garages, ventilation means more than simply opening a window like we might do at home to bring fresh air inside. Instead, the use of exhaust fans, the design of the structure, and other precautions are integrated to ventilate and monitor harmful air pollutants.

Just like in parking garages, the materials used in public spaces should work as a sieve, letting fresh air in while keeping prying eyes and hands out. With a variety of options to choose from, the security, visibility, and airflow allowed by a security grille or perforated door slats are customizable.

Our motor operator offerings are manufactured with your productivity and daily tasks in mind. Here are four ways our motor operators can decrease stress and the daily or weekly need for a hand chain debacle.

In a parking garage, you want to ensure your security closure can handle the rigors of peak times while fitting into a low profile. The Extreme High Performance MicroCoil Grille – 500K cycles can be your go-to with nearly 50% less headroom than other security grilles on the market.

In this guide, we'll explore the different types of roll-up doors available to help you make the right selection as you design a commercial building. We'll also provide resources to help you incorporate roll-up doors into your technical drawings. If you have any questions about our commercial door specifications, please reach out to us — our design experts are ready to assist you.

It’s no secret that 2020 had its share of contentious moments. From battling a global pandemic to racial and political protests across the country, the past year was a stressful one for everyone. Put in simpler terms: 2020 was a doozy. With many people still processing the aftershocks of COVID-19 and results of political unrest in major cities across the U.S., it seems 2021 will unfortunately continue to encounter stages of grief and anger of a trying past 12 months. This also means stores and storefronts may see more damage from continuing protests and riots. Is your store prepared?

When trying to decide what type of overhead garage door to install, most people are looking at overhead coiling doors or overhead sectional doors but don’t realize there are several differences to consider between the two.

Our Extreme® 1024 High Performance and Extreme® 300 Series Doors are three times faster than a regular service door at 24 inches per second and can be retrofit easily into existing applications. Learn more about how they can help your fire station in our latest application sheet.