CONSULTATION
Architectural Hardware Consulting
Our Experts, Your Success!
At Alain Lemieux et Associés Consultants Inc., we put our expertise in architectural hardware at the service of building professionals, whether they are architects, project managers, developers, or general contractors.
Our support is based on a rigorous technical approach, an in-depth understanding of building codes, and a commitment to delivering solutions that are perfectly tailored to each project.
We believe that architectural hardware consulting is not simply about selecting the right products for a project, but about providing technical expertise, personalized guidance, and thorough documentation that ensure the project’s overall success.
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Review of Plans and Specifications
We begin each project with a thorough review of the plans to identify the technical requirements and build a solid foundation without unexpected issues.
Listening to Client Needs
We make sure to fully understand the needs of the client and the building’s future users in order to optimize the usability of the project’s openings.
Equivalent Product Proposals
We propose compatible alternatives to the specified products in order to promote healthy competition among hardware suppliers.
Hardware Schedule Preparation
Our schedules are detailed according to industry standards to facilitate the purchasing and installation of the hardware.
Review of Plans and Specifications
Every project begins with a careful review of the architectural plans and specifications.
This step allows us to accurately identify the specific requirements for each opening: fire resistance, safety functions, accessibility standards, electromechanical coordination, and architectural design.
Based on this analysis, we build a solid foundation for hardware selection, anticipating potential conflicts or missing elements in the specifications.
Hardware Schedule Preparation
We produce detailed hardware schedules that meet industry standards and list all required components for each opening.
Each item is specified with its ANSI function, BHMA finish, and technical description.
These documents are designed to facilitate project understanding, purchasing coordination, and on-site installation.
Preparation of Equivalent Product Tables
In a context where lead times, pricing, or product preferences may vary, we also offer the preparation of equivalency tables.
These tables compare the specified products with valid and compatible alternatives, supported by technical justifications.
This allows for acceptable substitutions without compromising the project’s performance, safety, or aesthetics.
Personalized Project Support
Once the project is awarded, we take charge of the entire hardware-related process.
This includes the technical validation of proposed products, coordination with manufacturers, schedule tracking, as well as the review of technical data sheets and bid schedules.
Our approach aims to ease the workload of project managers by providing a complete, structured, and reliable service through to final delivery.
Our team remains available to answer questions from all stakeholders throughout the project.
Whether during bidding, installation, or even after delivery, we provide ongoing technical support.
We also assist in resolving conflicts between plans and actual site conditions, and in interpreting complex specifications.
