This topic includes information related to special function doors installed during construction. Special function doors are installed where applications require specific desirable characteristics. Door types include; cold storage doors, hangar doors, industrial doors, lightproof doors, darkroom doors, radio frequency interference shielding doors, radiation shielding doors and frames, neutron shielding doors and frames, security doors and frames, security gates, vault doors and day gates, detention doors and frames and sound control door assemblies.

This topic includes information related to sliding glass doors installed during construction. Sliding glass doors are large two panel openings, where one panel slides to open. Doors are fully glazed with aluminum, plastic or wood frames. Sliding glass doors are commonly installed in residential structures and provide access to exterior spaces.

This topic includes information related to composite doors installed during construction. Composite doors appear similar to wood doors, but are manufactured from a variety of materials. Outer skins, inner framing and insulating materials are used to construct durable interior and exterior hinged, sliding or pivoting doors.

This topic includes information related to metal windows installed during construction. Metal windows are operable or fixed openings with a buildings facade. The frames are manufactured from aluminum, bronze, stainless steel and steel materials. Glazing is set into the metal frame, screen and storm windows are commonly attached or a frame has integral grooves which allow them to be secured to the opening. Metal windows are durable and desirable in renewal or upscale structures, where they offer modern design features.

This topic includes information related to design and construction of entrances. Entrances are opening where access to the interior is allowed to a structure or space from the exterior. Entrances may be manufactured glass panel, wood or metal and have operable mechanics such as automatic, revolving or pivoting. Certain applications may require pressure resistant or specific door characteristics.

This topic includes information related to folding doors and grilles installed during construction. Folding doors and grilles are manufactured solid panels, fabric or grilles. They open and close like an accordion along a top and/or bottom guide. They are commonly installed in locations where spaces need to be divided.

This topic includes information related to access doors and panels installed during construction. Access doors and panels provide access through a floor, wall or ceiling to concealed spaces that commonly contain systems of a structure. Doors, panels and frames are manufactured products.

This topic includes information related to vents installed during construction.  Vents provide air movement and ventilation for a variety of spaces within a structure.  They are not mechanical, rather they rely on the passive principles to cool a space.  Vents should also prevent the undesirable elements, such as rain, snow and debris from entering into a space.  Spaces that are typically ventilated in a residential structure include the attic and crawlspace.

This topic includes information related to special function glazing installed during construction.  Special function glazing offers glass with specific characteristics for applications that require additional protection or unique construction.

This topic includes information related to vinyl windows installed during construction. Vinyl windows are budget friendly, durable windows that offer various design options for both new and replacement installations.