CARMEL, IND.- February 6,
2008 - Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies today announced the release of a
new and improved LCN Benchmark Automatic Operator that comes equipped with many
new standard features and adjustments, such as intelligent Power Boost and Push-N-Go.
"The new Benchmark
from LCN is intelligent, reliable and economical," relates Joseph Vaida,
Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, LCN product manager- electronic door controls.
"With its small stature, the new Benchmark operator is minimally invasive,
yet supplies reliable door security. It provides ADA (Americans with Disabilities
Act) accessibility for those needing additional assistance. With its sleek appearance
and superior intelligence, the Benchmark is perfectly suited for both new and
retrofit construction."
The Power Boost feature
on the new Benchmark operator provides it with the extra strength needed in
the last 10 degrees of closing to securely close and latch the door. As a result,
wind, HVAC and other forces will not prevent the door from latching and users
can be assured that the door is truly secure.
Another great new feature
is Push-N-Go, in which the door automatically opens when it is manually pushed
beyond 3 degrees. This is an important attribute, especially for assisted living
centers, hospitals and facilities used by younger children who may need help
when opening a door. If this feature is not needed in the application, users
can turn Push-N-Go off.
The new Benchmark's control
box includes clearly labeled adjustment pods, which make set up and fine-tuning
easier than ever. Oftentimes, different applications require different speeds
and features. With the new Benchmark, they can be adjusted in seconds. The clear
labeling means a lost instruction manual is no longer the problem it used to
be.
Tested to 3 million cycles,
the Benchmark from LCN is fully compliant with UL 325 and meets the provisions
of ANSI 156.19. It is also UL listed for fire-rated door applications and meets
the requirements of ADA. The new LCN Benchmark is now available. More information
can be found on the LCN website at www.lcn.ingersollrand.com.