“Safety and Security, from
Concept to Completion.”
Architects
Designers
Owners / Developers
General Contractors
End Users
Distributors
Services and Goals
Division 8 Specifications
Wood, fiberglass and specialty doors
Hollow metal doors and frames
Hardware
Hardware Schedules
AIA/CEU accredited classes
Consulting Services
ADA
Fire codes
Florida Building Codes 2004
Life safety codes
International Building Codes
Miami-Dade hurricane compliant, Notice of Acceptance (NOA’s)
AMA is a full service division 8 consulting and specification writing firm. Our intent is to prepare a custom specification which meets all applicable codes, design criteria, budgets and to assist in expediting the process to bring the project to completion, on time. Safety and security are integral to our built environment and our specifications. We believe in open and fair specifications which will insure the integrity of the competitive bid process while meeting your quality standards.
Our certified Architectural Hardware Consultants (AHC’s), Jack Sheehan and Jim Davis will:
Meet with owner or facilities personnel to determine standards, requirements and intent
Prepare preambles, specifications and hardware sets in electronic format; Microsoft Word,or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) files.
Prepare elevation riser diagrams for electronic hardware
Provide coordination to other trades such as electrical or security sub-contactors
Review submittals
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Design Suggestions
Budgets for design options
Application solutions while meeting design criteria
Architectural finishes
Wood door veneer, grain and color selections
AMA will
assist the interior designer implement a design theme as it relates to the door
/ frame styles and hardware lever design. This will be accomplished with the
owner’s budget in mind. We are extremely experienced in design / build
construction; with a special emphasis on hotels, adult care living facilities
and especially mixed use high rise residential / commercial developments. Let
us propose design solutions for your next project.
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Design Proposals
Budget proposals and review
Cost benefit analysis for various designs
Safety / security analysis
Access control analysis
Mock-up door / fame / hardware assemblies
AMA
excels in working with the owner and developer to provide door and hardware
solutions which meet design criteria, budgets, and building codes. We remain
fluid and dynamic in communicating with the general contactor,
architect/engineer and owner. Our goal is to utilize innovative products,
strategies and concepts in providing high quality aesthetics at a value oriented
budget, on time. When necessary, we will utilize our overseas custom
manufacturing contacts to provide specific designs in volume, maximizing your
construction budget. After your designs and budgets are established, let us
provide a mock-up door / frame and hardware assembly for your approval. Once
approved, we will write the specifications to insure you receive what you want,
on time, and in budget.
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Application Solutions
Value engineering
Pre-installation seminars
Post installation inspections
Problem solving
AMA prefers to be proactive when it comes to the installation of architectural doors and hardware. Our goal is to have it done right the first time. If not, we will be there to solve problems when they arise. We understand time constraints, inspections, certificates of occupancy and what liquidated damages mean.
We are
also well versed in providing alternative products and solutions at a cost
savings without a reduction in quality. In fact, many of our products have
manufacturers’ warranties which exceed the specified item, are made in the USA,
and will reduce your costs. Let us bid your project through one of our
qualified distributors, with our without installation included, so you can
evaluate your potential savings.
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Access control electronic hardware solutions
Exterior door
energy loss identification
Longer warranties
Loss prevention analysis
Proposals for minimizing maintenance
Proposals for more durable products
Patented key control systems
Safety / security analysis
AMA’s
goal is to provide the safest and most secure environment for the occupants of
the building. We also intend on reducing maintenance for the facilities
personnel which minimizes the costs to run the facility and maximize the life of
the building. Extended warranties on hardware up to 25 years and lifetime
warranties on wood doors and some hardware items validate your decisions. And
our patent (pending) serialized key control system is no upcharge over standard
key systems and provides peace of mind knowing that unauthorized keys will not
be available. Let us minimize liability by providing the greatest safety and
security within your environment.
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Inventory control and turnover assessments
Product value / profitability assessments
Product cross referencing
Electronic hardware access control design
Product feature / benefit training
Specification and code interpretation
AMA’s
goal is to be your partner in maximizing your return on investment. As
independent business owners, isn’t that your goal? We will suggest products
which reduce costs and provide greater warranties to your clients, cross
reference product numbers for simplified bid strategies, reduce lead times with
quick ship programs, solve problems at jobsites, provide technical and feature /
benefit training, expedite purchase orders, assist with engineering
applications, etc. Let us be a partner in implementing your plans for success.
If we can assist you in creating a positive experience for your clients through
the use of our products along with our service and support; then we will have
succeeded, one project at a time.
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