November 16, 2011
Haddon’s SecuraSeal Patio Door Wins the Prestigious Best of What’s New Award in 2011 from POPULAR SCIENCE
The unmatched security and integrated design of Haddon’s SecuraSeal Sliding Patio Door represents a significant advancement for home security
BENSALEM, PA--(Marketwire - November 16, 2010) – Haddon Windows & Doors announced today that its SecuraSeal Sliding Patio Door was awarded the prestigious Popular Science “Best of What's New” for 2011 Award in the category of Security.
“We are delighted and honored to be recognized by Popular Science’s celebrated Best of What’s New,” said Larry Haddon, National Sales Director for Haddon Windows & Doors. “Our sliding patio door reflects our focused commitment to providing innovative and high quality home security products for our customers.”
SecuraSeal’s patented locking system engages on two sides along the entire length of the door jamb, securing the patio door like never before and eliminating the need for additional levers, foot bolts or Charlie bars. The unique single sliding action of SecuraSeal’s lock ensures that a simple slide of a convenient handle secures or unlocks the door.
“For 24 years, Popular Science has honored the innovations that surprise and amaze us – those that make a positive impact on our world today and challenge our views of what’s possible in the future,” said Mark Jannot, editor-in-chief of Popular Science. “The Best of What’s New award is the magazine’s top honor, and the 100 winners represent the highest level of achievement in their fields.”
“We are upping the game on home security,” said Sam Jadallah, Chairman of SecuraSeal Technologies LLC, the inventor of the SecuraSeal locking system. “We believe that security should be integrated, unyielding and beautiful. SecuraSeal provides true locking power for sliding patio doors.”
Most sliding patio doors have a handle latch that provides relatively easy external access to the latch, making patio doors a quick entry point for intruders and accounting for reported over 22% of all break-ins. Today’s single and multi-point latches are outdated, insecure and flimsy.
SecuraSeal’s patented design provides a lock, not a latch, that stretches the entire height of a 6'8" door, providing unparalleled safety and security. Unlike conventional doors, SecuraSeal’s handle is separate from the lock, prohibiting external access to the lock while providing the homeowner with a wide selection of handles. In internal testing, SecuraSeal’s patio door had a zero failure rate using 350% of the force used in the industry standard tests for forced entry (ASTM F 558 Grade 10).
Secure, energy efficient and amazingly durable, SecuraSeal Sliding Patio Door is available from Lowe’s Home Improvement stores, Haddon Windows & Doors or any of Haddon’s dealers. Email info@haddonwindows.com or visit www.securaseal.net for information.
About Haddon
Based just outside Philadelphia, PA, Haddon Windows & Doors is recognized for its innovations in the fenestration industry including the award winning SecuraSeal Sliding Patio door for “Most Innovative Door” and the industry’s first dual-pane double hung R-5 qualified window. The SecuraSeal Sliding Patio Door can be purchased from any Haddon dealer or by contacting Haddon directly. Visit www.haddonwindows.com or www.securaseal.net
About SecuraSeal Technologies LLC
Fueled by a passion for design and security, SecuraSeal Technologies, a research and development company, is transforming the way homes are secured. With a broad patent portfolio, SecuraSeal’s innovations enhance the beauty and security of home door products. Visit www.securaseal.net for more info.
About Popular Science
Popular Science is part of the Bonnier Technology Group, which includes sister publications and Web sites Popular Photography, American Photo, Sound & Vision, popsci.com, popphoto.com, americanphotomag.com, and soundandvisionmag.com. Founded in 1872, Popular Science is the world's largest science and technology magazine, with nearly 7 million readers. Each month, Popular Science reports on the intersection of science and everyday life, delivering a look at the future now.
Contact
Larry Haddon, National Sales Director, Haddon Windows & Doors (215)- 245-6050 or larry@haddonwindows.com
March 1, 2011 BUCKS COUNTY, PA:
Haddon Introduces SecuraSeal™ Sliding Patio Door - The first sliding patio to feature the SecuraSeal™ locking system. SecuraSeal™ sets a new standard for patio door security and performance.
Today, Haddon Windows & Doors announced the introduction and availability of the SecuraSealTM Sliding Patio Door. The SecuraSealTM door provides the best in security, performance and beauty for discriminating homeowners. With four years of design, development and testing, the SecuraSeal locking system replaces the common single or dual-point latch found on nearly all sliding patio doors. SecuraSealTM's patent pending approach features a dual sided 76" continuous locking system integrated into the door design, rather than a generic low cost latch.
One of the most vulnerable entry points into a home is sliding patio door, which typically is away from the front of the house and utilizes only a low cost latch. Common entry methods include "lifting" the sash, jimmying or jiggling the patio sash, prying open the latch with a screwdriver or unscrewing exposed external screws. Thieves understand the simplest and quietest way into a home is through the sliding patio door. SecuraSealTM replaces the common latch with an advanced locking system thwarting lifting, tilting, prying and nearly all of the popular forced entry methods.
"Our R&D engineers weren't satisfied until they created a modern and leading edge product which provided security, ease of use and style integrated together like never before", said John Haddon Jr., President of Haddon Windows & Doors. "We like to show that American manufacturing can still innovate and invent."
"An exterior door needs a lock, not a latch. I was amazed that I couldn't find a good lock for a sliding patio door. So, I sought to create a locking system that kept my home protected, my family safe and that was smartly integrated. I couldn't be more pleased with the result and feedback we've received", said Dan Mammolito, SecuraSealTM Project Engineer of the SecuraSeal locking system.
"In January, we previewed the door at the 2011 International Builder's Show in Orlando, Florida to an enthusiastic response" said Larry Haddon, National Sales Director. "We know that security and performance are important elements for homeowners in selecting a patio door. We worked hard to offer a product that simply had no compromises."
"We are thrilled that Haddon selected MikronWoodTM as the frame material for the SecuraSealTM Sliding Patio Door. The innovative SecuraSealTM locking system sets it apart from latch-based systems. The technical advantages of both MikronWoodTM and SecuraSealTM make them perfect complements for this leading edge sliding patio door", said Gus Coppola, Senior Vice President, Quanex Building Products.
MikronWoodTM, an advanced composite material with the performance and beauty of wood and the durability and weatherability of a composite, is utilized for the frame and sash of the SecuraSealTM Sliding Patio Door. MikronWoodTM's K-Value, a measure of thermal conductivity where lower is better, is 62% lower than wood, 69% lower than hollow vinyl and 83% lower than fiberglass. Insect-proof, rot-proof and impervious to moisture and salt-air, MikronWoodTM is engineered for durability, so it looks great, year after year.
Homeowners are looking for a well-constructed patio door with many features as standard components. The base SecuraSealTM patio door is equipped with the following standard items:
- Stainless steel rollers for lasting usage and performance in coastal areas
- Plate welded sash corners
- Anodized aluminum rail for stability and durability
- Solid-core MikronWoodTM frame construction
- High performance weather-stripping
- Sloped sill design
- White or sandtone frame and matching handle
Additionally, all LowE glass configurations are ENERGY STAR rated in all 50 states, with u-factors as low as .24 and R-factors from 2.3 to 4.2. Specific configurations can outperform ENERGY STAR providing LEED credits. SecuraSealTM sliding patio door with Low E glass configurations qualifies for the 2011 Federal Tax Credit of 10% of product price, up to $500 credit. See www.haddonwindows.com website for details.
Haddon's SecuraSealTM Sliding Patio Door includes premium features designed to meet the needs and wants of homeowners in a wide variety of situations. These options include:
- 2, 3 or 4-panel doors for more light and expansive views
- Standard 5' and 6' widths, custom sizes available
- Selection of handle finishes, including Solid Brass, Antique Brass, Brushed Chrome, Oil Rubbed Bronze or Coastal Satin Nickel
- Interior real-wood stainable pine wood
- Ability to install homeowner-provided pull handle to match home interior
- Smooth gliding top-hung insect screen
- Factory-installed blinds between the glass option
- Factory installed grilles between the glass options
- Accu-GlazeTM glass option, providing optimal energy efficiency and comfort
- Laminated glass for security and sound proofing enhancements
- Triple-pane LowE glass for additional energy efficiency
- 6 -9/16 jamb extension for new construction
The new door is available now from Haddon Windows & Doors or from any Haddon Windows dealer. For more information, see www.haddonwindows.com or email info@haddonwindows. Dealers interested in offering the SecuraSealTM Patio Door should contact Larry Haddon at Haddon Windows (info@haddonwindows.com).
Trusted in 500,000 homes, Haddon Windows & Doors offers a complete line of highly energy efficient custom windows, patio doors, and entry doors to enhance the beauty and value of your home. Our Bucks County, Pennsylvania vertically integrated manufacturing facility provides products with the best combination of design, value, and energy efficiency while supporting green collar local jobs. With over 25 patents pending and issued, Haddon's innovation in energy efficiency and security includes the first traditional dual-pane double hung R-5 window and the SecuraSeal door line. Haddon is a Certified Vendor in the Department of Energy's R-5 Highly Insulating Windows Volume Purchase Program. Visit www.haddonwindows.com
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