The Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) represents more than 95% of the US Door and Access Systems market; DASMA members are committed to the safety of their installed products. DASMA publishes a library of technical resources aimed

How Local Building Departments Can Advance Garage Door SafetyRecent updates to the International Codes requiring labeling of garage doors to include wind pressure ratings will increase the emphasis on code compliance for wind resistance. Join Mike and his

With two weeks to go before the 2022 IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas, Mike sat down with Brenton Cheney and Jim McGrath to catch up on the exciting offerings that await attendees at IDAExpo+. Listen to hear about the educational events, bigger and better exhibit ha

Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest- Michael J. Fischer of The Legis Group in Tallahassee as they discuss the 2022-23 Florida Budget process- and the two-year sales tax exemption that will go into effect on July 1, 2022. The conversatio

Join guest Nick Purchiaroni, Financial Advisor RICP™, and Senior Partner with Integrated Financial Group. Listen to this IDA Door-Cast to learn important information about investing in today’s unprecedented times- and how to improve your financial outlook

Join Mike and his guest for a conversation with Roy Bardowell, a 50 year veteran of the door business. Roy is a frequent contributor to IDA Magazine, and an IDEA CDDC (Certified Door Dealer Consultant). He will share his perspective on how IDEA certificat

The family-owned door dealer is the backbone of the door business; many IDA dealer members encompass multiple generations of ownership and leadership. The pandemic and related supply issues have had a huge impact on family-owned small businesses, door dea

This episode of the IDA DoorCast is sponsored by the Genie Company. Join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest Tom Kerber of Genie. Tom will share his insights about the SmartHome revolution, and how Genie’s products can help door d

Mark McManus, the co-owner of Door Boy in Berkeley Heights, NJ, and the President of the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA), will join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer, to share his perspective on operating a family-

Manufacturer installation instructions are part and parcel of product listings for doors and openers. Whether it’s proper installation of photo eyes, wind load reinforcements, or fire door components, codes and standards require adherence to those instruc