PDQ Manufacturing

06/18/2026

Built to meet the highest standards.
At PDQ, BHMA Certification represents our continued commitment to quality, performance, and reliability. Our products are rigorously tested to meet industry standards, giving customers confidence in the durability and security of every opening.
From trusted performance to enhanced security, PDQ remains focused on delivering dependable commercial door hardware solutions built to perform.

06/16/2026

Why PDQ? Because quality and affordability should never be a compromise.
PDQ products are BHMA, UL, and BAA certified, meaning every product meets the highest industry standards for safety, durability, and performance. Pair that with our competitive pricing and a low free freight threshold, and you get premium hardware without the premium price tag.
When you choose PDQ, you're choosing certified quality, real savings, and a partner who understands your bottom line.
BHMA, UL, & BAA Certified | Competitive Pricing | Low Free Freight Threshold

06/14/2026

Proudly American. Proudly PDQ. Today we celebrate the symbol of freedom, unity, and the values that make this country great. As a U.S.-based company, we’re honored to stand alongside you.

06/11/2026

Modern access control meets dependable security with the PDQ SDS Electronic Cylindrical Lock. Designed for convenience and performance, this electronic lock solution delivers secure access management with a sleek, contemporary design ideal for commercial applications.

• Keypad-enabled access control
• Durable commercial-grade construction
• Streamlined installation and operation
• Ideal for offices, schools, healthcare, and retail environments
• Reliable security with modern functionality

Smart access starts at the door.

06/09/2026

Facility managers and contractors don't have time for hardware that fails.
That’s why PDQ has maintained the same standard for 40 years: Grade 1 certified cylindrical locks and UL-listed exit devices built for places that can’t afford downtime.
Made in the USA. Broad warranty coverage. Real support out of Lancaster, PA.
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06/04/2026

Why PDQ? Because in this industry, speed matters.
At PDQ, we know your time is valuable, so we've built our entire process around getting you what you need, fast. From rapid quotes that keep your projects moving, to 1–5 day shipping that ensures hardware arrives when you need it, to quick masterkeying turnaround that keeps your schedules on track, PDQ is engineered for speed at every step.
Less waiting. More doing. That's the PDQ difference.
Fast Quotes | 1-5 Day Shipping | Quick Masterkeying Turnaround

06/02/2026

Upgrade your openings with dependable performance and modern design. The PDQ Surface Vertical Rod 6300V is built for commercial environments where security, durability, and smooth operation matter most. Featuring a sleek surface-mounted design and reliable vertical rod functionality, it’s an ideal solution for schools, offices, healthcare facilities, and high-traffic buildings.

• Durable commercial-grade construction
• Smooth and secure operation
• Clean, modern appearance
• Designed for demanding environments
• Trusted PDQ performance

Built to perform. Designed to last.

06/01/2026

How to Specify a Commercial Exit Device: 8 Criteria That Matter in 2026

Not all Grade 1 exit devices are equal. Learn the 8 specification criteria that matter most in 2026 and how PDQ's 6300/6400 Series meets every one.

06/01/2026

Earning a CFDAI isn't just adding letters after your name.

It means you know fire-rated and egress door assemblies at a level most people in the industry never reach, the kind of knowledge that protects lives and keeps buildings compliant.

Zach Sternberg earned that last week, accepting his Certified Fire & Egress Door Assembly Inspector certification at DHI's All Conference in Nashville, TN.

This certification isn't handed out. It requires a deep understanding of NFPA standards, proper assembly inspection, and the kind of attention to detail that separates good work from work you can stake your reputation on.

Zach brings that standard to every project he touches at PDQ. Congratulations Zach, this one's well earned.

05/28/2026

When did door hardware become a line item instead of a 15-year decision?

The shift happened when procurement started reviewing hardware schedules the same way they review office supplies, lowest unit cost, approved vendor list, move on.

The problem is that door hardware isn't a consumable. A commercial door closer, properly specified and installed, should be in service for 15 years. A lockset on a moderate-traffic opening should last the building's lifetime. An exit device on a required egress door should never fail.

When hardware is bought to a price point rather than a performance spec, the lifecycle math changes, quietly, over years, in ways that don't connect back to the original procurement decision.

A useful exercise for any facilities director: pull the last three years of hardware replacements from your maintenance records. Calculate the total cost including parts, labor, and any door or frame damage from failed hardware. Then compare that number against what Grade 1 specified hardware would have cost on those same openings at installation.

The delta is almost always uncomfortable.

Hardware that costs 20% more at the bid table and lasts twice as long isn't more expensive. The math just doesn't fit on the original PO.