The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) working with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) develops and publishes performance standards for Builders Hardware. These standards have cycle, functional strength, security, dimension and finish requirements. If the products meet the standards, when tested by a nationally recognized testing laboratory the product may be listed in the “Directory of Certified Products,” a directory published by BHMA.

To obtain copies of the ANSI/BHMA standards or the certified products directory, visit the BHMA website at www.buildershardware.com.

Following are the ANSI/BHMA Standards that pertain to the products that Sargent produces, and the product line or series numbers that are covered by these standards. Also shown is a brief description of some of the tests and criteria in the various standards.

For the individual line or series catalog numbers and other details pertaining to these products consult the product catalog.

Topic	ANSI Code
Bored Locks and Latches	A156.2
Exit Devices	A156.3
Door Closers	A156.4
Auxiliary Locks	A156.5
Holders and Stops	A156.8
Mortise Locks	A156.13
Closers Holders Release Devices	A156.15
Low Emergency Power Assisted Door Operators	A156.19
Electromagnetic Locks	A156.23

Note: Sargent manufactures additional products not covered in the various ANSI/BHMA standards. These include electrical and mechanical functions, operational trim and hardware finishes. Only those versions defined in the ANSI/BHMA Standards are certified as being listed in the "Directory of Certified Products."

ANSI/BHMA Guide Table of Contents

• ANSI codes and Sargent Compliance
• Bored Locks and Latches
• Exit devices
• Closers
• Auxiliary Locks and associated products
• Door Controls - Overhead stops and holders
• Mortise Locks and Latches
• Closers Holders Release Devices
• Power Assist and Low Energy Operated Doors
• Electromagnetic Locks