Architectural Security

Each year, Building Design + Construction curates its premier list of the most interesting and innovative products for the architecture and design community. Organized across eight categories — building envelope, building systems, flooring, glass and glazing, interior, plumbing, structural, and windows and doors — the list, unlike other industry awards,… Read more

Ross Technology, a global leader in architectural security products, has been awarded the Government Provided Equipment (GPE) contract by the U.S. Department of State to supply Forced-Entry/Ballistic Resistant (FE/BR) windows and doors. The award contract is for one year, with four optional years to follow. Ross has been the incumbent… Read more

As security threats continue to escalate around the world, demand for greater threat resistance in buildings increases at the same rapid rate. What formerly was a priority mainly in diplomatic and military facilities now extends not just to high-risk facilities, but to critical infrastructure like data centers, power generation plants,… Read more

Ross Technology recently exhibited at the 2016 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Convention in Philadelphia, PA. In addition to offering hundreds of continuing education sessions, the AIA Convention also includes a large trade show that allows AEC professionals to connect with building material manufacturers and source new products. A leader… Read more

Project Facts Facility: New Embassy Architect: Page of Washington, D.C. Contractor: B.L. Harbert International of Birmingham, Alabama. Status: Dedicated July 2015 The new $189 million campus is situated on an 8.8-acre site along one of the city’s main thoroughfares, Boulevard de la Marina, close to other diplomatic and ministerial buildings… Read more

Project Facts: Facility: New Embassy Size: 518,050 square feet Architect: Kieran Timberlake of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Contractor: B.L. Harbert International of Birmingham, Alabama Status: Under Construction The new U.S. Embassy in London will be situated on a nearly 5-acre site in the Nine Elms Opportunity Planning Area, which is part of… Read more

Project Facts: Facility: Office annex Size: 241,900 square feet Architect: Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum (HOK) of St. Louis, Missouri Contractor: Caddell Construction Company of Montgomery, Alabama Status: Under construction Developed under the Department of State’s recently adopted Design Excellence program, the new office annex will feature seven stories and include… Read more

Ross announces the recent hire of Greg Mount as Sales Engineer for its Architectural Security product line, which includes Forced-Entry / Ballistic Resistant and Blast Resistant fenestration products. In his new role, Greg will serve contractors by providing technical support throughout their bidding and buy-out processes. Additional duties will include… Read more

Ross Technology is addressing high-risk security threats by showcasing its innovative Architectural and Perimeter Security product lines during the 7th annual ASIS Middle East Security Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23, 2016 in Dubai. Ross Perimeter Security products being featured at the show include the Anti-Ram Post & Beam Fencing system,… Read more