Thank You to Our Nation's Veterans
We recognize this day to honor and thank our nation's brave veterans who have served our country to fight for our freedoms.Thank you for your service. SDC Proudly Supports
Designed, Engineered & Built in America Since 1972
Getting to Know SDC Since 1972, SDC has manufactured popular electrified access control hardware like Bolt Locks, EMLocks® and Strikes in America while most of our larger competitors manufacture overseas. We’re known as the door control opening experts with more than 40 patents, 20+ active tradema
Energy Efficiency for Electronic Access Control Door Upgrades
There are many elements to consider in discussing doors and sustainability: door materials/construction, manufacturing process, thresholds, weather stripping, gasketing, sealing, glass and glazing, trim and accessories. When considering an electrified controlled access and egress door, energy effi
The Benefits of Motorized Electric Latch Retraction in Industrial Exit Devices
Motorized ELR For Access ControlNot only does SDC’s S4000 series of electrified industrial exit devices satisfy market demand for a cost-effective exit device with ELR, the S4000 also comes standard with request-to-exit (REX) monitoring, enabling access control compatibility. With a host of additi
Electromagnetic Locks: Proven, Failsafe Security
SDC’s article from the July, 2024 issue of Locksmith Ledger highlights the fact that electromagnetic locks are virtually problem-free and appropriate for interior doors, perimeter exit doors and entrances that require failsafe emergency release capability.
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Reduce Time-In-Transit with shipQUICK InventorySecurity Dealers, Integrators, Installers & Distributors:300+ SDC products are available for shipment within two business days. Keep your copy of the shipQUICK inventory readily available so you know firsthand which products your SDC distributor can e
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SDC Supports Community Baby Shower to Help Expectant Parents
Shane Geringer, SDC’s CEO, with Stephanie Nelson of the Ventura County Health Care Agency at the donation drop off location in the main lobby of the Ventura County Medical Center.Baby and Toddler Items Needed Now Thru September 27thWho knew a cup of coffee could turn into a significant donation of
SDC Remembers...
On this day we remember the victims lost in one of our nation's most horrendous tragedies. We honor them, their families, first responders, civilian heroes, and all impacted by the events of 9/11. As Americans, we will never forget.
Revolutionizing Security: The Power of Electric Latch Retraction
Electric Latch Retraction (ELR)Since 2012, when SDC launched QuietDuo™ – the first Motorized ELR Kits to convert mechanical exit devices – we’ve been “quietly” leading in electric latch retraction (ELR) upgrades for access control. This includes retrofit solutions for most brands of exit devices a