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25 Jun 2026

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In-Person Installation & Sales Training — 2026 Schedule

Total Door June 25, 2026

The Total Door Training Institute remains one of the most valuable investments you and your customers can make. Our two-day seminars are held at our world-class manufacturing facility in Waterford, Michigan, and cover the full spectrum of product knowledge: installation, maintenance, electrical systems, and troubleshooting.

These hands-on sessions equip installation teams and sales professionals with the depth of knowledge that closes deals, reduces callbacks, and builds lasting customer confidence.

Installation Seminars (2-Day)

August 17–18, 2026
October 19–20, 2026

Sales/Installation Combo Seminars (3-Day)

September 15–17, 2026
November 10–12, 2026

Seminar Details

Seminars begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. each day — plan to arrive at Total Door about 10 minutes early
Come ready to work — dress and plan accordingly
Sessions run through 5:00 p.m. on the final day
Please do not book flights until you receive your confirmation letter

To register or learn more, complete the product training registration form at: totaldoor.com/institute-training-form

To register or learn more, click the product training registration button below:

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25 Jun 2026

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Upcoming AIA Webinar — Invite Your Customers

Total Door June 25, 2026

Our AIA-accredited webinars continue to be among the most respected in the industry, consistently recognized for their depth, clarity, and practical value. These sessions are one of the most effective tools in your sales toolkit for educating customers while strengthening your position as a trusted advisor.

How you can use this:

Invite architects and specifiers to earn CE credits while learning about critical life safety topics
Use webinars to open doors with new accounts
Follow up with attendees to continue specification conversations

Check out our next AIA webinar:

Code Requirements for Fire-Rated Doors and Hardware

Thursday, July 30, 2026 | 12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. EDT

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25 Jun 2026

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Season One Is Live — And It’s Already Making an Impact

Total Door June 25, 2026

Innovation by Design, our AEC industry podcast exploring the ideas, people, and technologies reshaping the built environment, is officially live with nearly the entire first season available for streaming.

Co-hosted by architect and podcaster Evan Troxel and Total Door’s own Candace Kitchen, the podcast features forward-thinking architects, designers, engineers, and industry leaders redefining how spaces are imagined and built.

The podcast already ranks in the top 25th percentile of B2B podcast downloads—an impressive debut that reflects the quality of the conversations and the relevance of the content to the AEC community.

Listen and watch at: InnovationbyDesignPodcast.com | Also available wherever you listen to podcasts.

TL;DR:

Share episodes with architects and designers as a high-value touchpoint between meetings
Use podcast discussions to open conversations around innovation, materials, and system performance
Positions Total Door as a resource bringing industry insight—not just product

Have a guest idea or someone you’d like to see featured in an upcoming episode? Send your suggestions to Candace at candace@totaldoor.com.

25 Jun 2026

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Prima Power PSBB Line: A New Era in Door Skin Manufacturing

Total Door June 25, 2026

Total Door Systems has completed the installation of its new Prima Power PSBB (Punching, Shearing, Bending, Buffering) line—a state-of-the-art automated manufacturing system that represents a transformational upgrade to our production capabilities.

The PSBB line automates the entire process for punching, bending, and buffering, dramatically streamlining the manufacturing of our door skins. The result is a more precise, efficient, and consistent production process.

TL;DR:

Greater production efficiency and faster lead times
Enhanced consistency and quality in every door skin we produce
A compelling story to share with specifiers and end users who value manufacturing excellence and long-term durability

06 Apr 2026

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AIA Webinar Schedule – Invite Your Customers

Total Door April 6, 2026

Our AIA-accredited webinars continue to be among the most in-demand in the industry, consistently praised for their depth, clarity, and engaging format.

These sessions are a powerful way to educate your customers while positioning yourself as a knowledgeable partner.

How you can use this:

Invite architects and specifiers to earn CE credits while learning about critical life safety topics
Use webinars to open doors with new accounts
Follow up with attendees to continue specification conversations

Smoke Containment Strategies for Elevator Hoistways and Lobbies
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. EST

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By combining education, insight, and practical tools, you have more ways than ever to create meaningful engagement. Use these resources to stay visible, stay valuable, and stay ahead. And, don’t hesitate to let us know if there are additional resources or tools that would be helpful for us to create.

As always, we have your back.

06 Apr 2026

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Spanish Installation Support Has Launched

Total Door April 6, 2026

We’re excited to introduce Spanish-language installation support—expanding accessibility for crews in the field.

This resource mirrors our existing step-by-step installation guide and is designed for fast, visual clarity. Installers can scan a QR code on packaging or labels to access:

Animated, step-by-step demonstrations
Clear, concise instructions
Technical sheets and support documentation

How you can use this:

Reinforce confidence with contractors and installers
Reduce installation errors and callbacks
Differentiate Total Door as a partner that supports the full lifecycle—not just the sale

Explore the installation guide:

Installation Instructions

06 Apr 2026

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Innovation by Design – The Total Door Podcast Is Live

Total Door April 6, 2026

Our new podcast, Innovation by Design, is officially live and available on all major streaming platforms. The first three episodes are uploaded and ready for a listen.

Hosted by architect Evan Troxel and our own Candace Kitchen, the podcast explores the ideas, people, and technologies shaping the AEC industry. Each episode features forward-thinking architects, designers, engineers, and industry leaders who are redefining how spaces are imagined and built.

How you can use this:

Share episodes with architects and designers as a value-add touchpoint
Use podcast discussions to start conversations around trends, materials, and system performance
Position yourself as a resource bringing industry insight—not just product

Beyond architecture, the podcast highlights innovation from adjacent industries like hospitality and design—giving you broader, more engaging talking points with customers.

Have a guest idea? Reach out to Candace at candace@totaldoor.com.

05 Feb 2026

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Spanish Installation Support Coming in February

Total Door February 5, 2026

We’re excited to announce that Spanish-language installation support will officially launch in February.

This new resource mirrors our existing online, step-by-step installation guide—crafted specifically for on-site installers and designed for fast, visual clarity. Installers can simply scan the QR code on our packaging or labels to access:

Animated, step-by-step demonstrations
Brief, easy-to-follow instructions
Access to tech sheets and other support docs

The Spanish installation guide will be just as accessible and intuitive as our current installation support web page—ensuring every installer has the tools they need to get it right the first time.

Explore the current
installation guide here:

Installation Instructions

05 Feb 2026

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50 Years of Leadership Recognized: WBENC Certification Achieved

Total Door February 5, 2026

We are proud to share that Total Door Systems is now nationally certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC, the gold standard for women-owned business certification in the United States.

For 50 years, women have helped shape the leadership, innovation, and culture of Total Door Systems. This certification—earned through the Great Lakes Women’s Business Enterprise Council (Great Lakes WBENC)—formally recognizes that legacy and our continued commitment to women’s ownership, leadership, and decision-making at every level of the company.

This milestone reinforces our credibility with customers, partners, and organizations that value leadership, and long-term stability.

We will be adding the certification to our website, and provide a downloadable seal in the sales portal for your use.

05 Feb 2026

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Investing in the Future: Michigan Tech Partnership Expands for 2026

Total Door February 5, 2026

Innovation continues to be a cornerstone of Total Door Systems.

In 2025, we launched an exciting partnership with Michigan Technological University, working with a team of engineering students to design next-generation parts and products using our existing patents, components, and processes. The results—and the potential of student-led innovation—were so impressive that we’ve committed to making this collaboration an annual initiative.

On Friday, January 30, Michigan Tech students visited our plant to kick off the 2026 project, marking the next phase of this collaboration. We’re energized by the fresh ideas, technical insight, and future-focused thinking this partnership brings—and we look forward to turning innovative concepts into real-world solutions.

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