Life Safety and Security Door Hardware Since the 1870s

Detex Corporation traces its origins to the 1870s as a manufacturer of watchman’s clock systems for guard tour management. In 1963, the company introduced a new line of security hardware products and entered the builder’s hardware field. Today, Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention systems, and integrated door security solutions. Their Advantex line of heavy-duty exit devices is engineered for high-use and high-abuse applications in schools, hospitals, and commercial buildings. Detex products include alarmed exit devices, automatic operators, and integrated systems designed for top-tier safety and security.