CARMEL, IND. - April
20, 2010 - Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies today announced that the University
of Minnesota Golden Gophers' new TCF Bank Stadium features the company's Schlage
L-Series mortise locks (mechanical and electrical) and maglocks, Von Duprin
power supplies, LCN closers and auto-equalizers, Steelcraft doors and frames,
Ives accessories, and Glynn Johnson overheads.
"Owners
and managers of sports stadiums are taking the necessary steps to secure their
stadiums against potential threats, including catastrophic incidents,"
advises Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Director, Business Development
Mark Moran, who is also chair of the Board of Advisors to the Center for Spectator
Sports Security Management at the University of Southern Mississippi. "With
our suite of security brands and products, TCF Bank stadium has focused on
spectator and player securityso
fans can simply enjoy their day at the stadium, root for their team and get
home safely with their families."
Opening last
September 12 (2009), the University of Minnesota's TCF Bank Stadium's open-air
horseshoe design allows a capacity of 50,800, which includes general seats
and an impressive array of premium seating. All seats are housed in a collegiate
look and feel that complements the campus environment. The total cost was
$288.5 million, which includes site preparation, the stadium itself, and district
improvements.
More information
on Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies brands and products is available at
www.securitytechnologies.ingersollrand.com.