Hardware scheduling is a crucial process in the commercial door hardware industry that helps to streamline the installation of door hardware in projects. This concept is essentially a system of grouping and organizing common door hardware sets to ensure that the right components are specified, ordered, and delivered to the project site in an organized manner.
SECLOCK offers online hardware scheduling in Source Mode Projects.
What is hardware scheduling?
Hardware scheduling is a method of grouping common door hardware sets based on their function, location, and other relevant factors. This process involves creating a detailed list of all the hardware components required for each door, such as locks, handles, hinges, and closers, and organizing them into a logical sequence. By doing so, the hardware scheduler ensures that each set of hardware is complete, and that there are no missing or redundant components.
Why is hardware scheduling important?
Hardware scheduling is essential for construction projects that require the installation of many openings. Without a hardware schedule, it would be difficult to keep track of all the hardware components required, and to ensure that they are delivered to the site in the correct quantities and on time. In addition, hardware scheduling helps to minimize errors and delays during the installation process, which can be costly and time-consuming.
How does hardware scheduling work?
Hardware scheduling typically begins with an analysis of the building plans and specifications, which helps to identify the types of doors and hardware sets required for each location. Based on this analysis, the hardware scheduler creates a detailed list of all the hardware components needed for each door, along with their specifications, quantities, and delivery dates. The scheduler may also assign a unique identifier or code to each hardware set, to help track its progress throughout the project.
Once the hardware schedule has been created, the scheduler works closely with the hardware supplier to ensure that the components are ordered and delivered according to the schedule. The supplier may also provide additional support, such as custom packaging and labeling, to help simplify the installation process.
What is the difference between a Set and an Opening?
A Set is a group of hardware that makes up a complete door Opening. The benefits of creating Sets is that you can assign a single set to multiple Openings. Projects on SECLOCK.com use this concept. A typical scheduling workflow might be:
Add all hardware needed into a Project.
Create and label common hardware groupings into Sets. This might be, for example, hardware to fully outfit a passage opening.
Create and label all Openings, and then assign them a Set.
What are the benefits of hardware scheduling?
Hardware scheduling offers several benefits for projects.
Improved efficiency: By grouping common hardware sets together, hardware scheduling helps to streamline the installation process and reduce the time and effort required to install each door.
Improved accuracy: Hardware scheduling helps to ensure that all the required components are included in each hardware set, reducing the risk of errors and omissions during the installation process.
Improved coordination: By working closely with the hardware supplier, hardware scheduling helps to ensure that the components are delivered on time and in the correct quantities, which helps to avoid delays and keep the project on schedule.
What can you do with a Project that has been scheduled?
Once you have a hardware schedule in Project on Souce Mode, you can:
Export to a quote: this send the quote directly to our system
Add to your cart: purchase the hardware in the quantities needed. All sets and openings are included in the line item notes of the order
Export the project: Export all assets into a PDF format, including all cit sheets associated with your hardware.
Export QR code for openings: Create a printable QR code that you can attach to your openings on the job site. The QR code links back to the opening requirements on a web page so the installer has all the information needed.