The Z Group is a leading manufacturers’ representative and consulting firm, specializing in commercial door openings, security, and specialty building products. Our services include detailed specification assistance in divisions 5, 7, 8, 10 and 12, AIA certified product education, application assistance, and on-site review of installation procedures. The firm’s Southern California and Southwest offices cover the areas of Southern California, Las Vegas, Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso.
The Z Group provides hands on product knowledge courses for all manufacturers we represent. Courses for architects designer and construction professionals.
Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control
Course Code: 0920023087 Credit: 1 AIA HSW
Course Description: Provides and overview of acoustic door assemblies including their components, features and their role in occupant comfort in both workplace and school environments.
Ambico
Self-Paced Learning
The Role of Commercial Steel in Resilient Design
Course Code: AMBO16-01 Credit: 1 AIA HSW
Description: Presented in this course is an overview of the benefits of using steel doors as part of a resilient design strategy for applications requiring resistance to blasts, tornadoes and ballistics.
Specialty Doors for Healthcare Design
Course Code: AMB019 Credit: 1 AIA HSW
Course Description: In depth review of specialty door and frame assemblies, including enhanced functionality, hygiene, and visual appeal, as well as their role in addressing security challenges.
MDF Doors: Science, Performance and Construction
Course Code: ACMDF26 Credit: 1.0 HSW
Course Description: - Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) as a versatile material in interior/exterior door applications.
Accessibility in Toilet Room Design
Course Code: ASIG-24-1 Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW
Course Description: Focuses on the ADA, IBC and Codes with more rigor to pursue more current Universal Design practices.
Designing Smarter Restrooms for Education
Course Code: ASIG-24-3 Credit: 1.0 AIA CEU HSW
Course Description: Examines the specific needs in various types of educational environments from the public school to more competitive higher education marketplace.
Design Trends In Commercial Washroom and Locker Room Facilities
Course Code: ASIG-24-2 Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW
Course Description: Examines the importance of a well-designed aesthetically pleasing and inclusive restroom.
Fully Integrated Health Care Solutions
Course Code: ASIG-24-4 Credit: 1.0 AIA HSW
Course Description: The Restroom and Beyond - How designing restrooms in a competitive health care marketplace and institutional impressions matter.
Fire Rated Hollow Metal Frames
Course Code: DLF HM1 Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Participants will gain a clearer understanding of hollow metal frame construction solutions and their specific applications.
Fire Rated Hollow Metal Doors
Course Code: DLF HM2 Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description:Participants will gain a better understanding of hollow metal door construction solutions and their specific applications.
Codes & Standards for Hollow Metal Doors & Frames
Course Code: DLF HM3 Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Participants will gain a better understanding of the Codes and Compliance for hollow metal door & frames and the independent testing criteria each type of application.
A Study of the Design and Specification of Sliding Door Systems
Course ID: KNC201: Credit 1 hour HSW
Course Description:Introduction to architectural sliding door hardware systems for interior applications, and
identifying strategies to maximize usable space in constrained environments through the integration of high-performance sliding door systems.
Security Pass Through Combinations
Course Code: WQS00A Credit: 1 hour HSW
Course Description: The course will instruct upon the varying levels of bullet resistant protection, anti-theft, as well as various window tints, shades, and security levels.
QuikServ
Self-Paced Learning
Expanding Design and Functionality Using Adjustable Concealed Hinges
Course ID: K2401P Credit: 1 HSW Credit
Course Description:This course explores the modern applications of adjustable concealed hinges, demonstrates how technological advancements have revolutionized their use in design.
Heavy-Duty Flush Doors for Commercial Entrances
Course Code: FRP-101 Credit: 1 hour
Course Description:Dive into what makes a functioning entrance. Then, learn how to evaluate design, construction and durability, environmental considerations, and performance to choose the right door supplier for your budget.
Special-Lite
Self-Paced Learning
Exterior Doors for Performance and Sustainability
Course Code: FRP-201 Credit: 1 hour
Course Description: Understand how sustainability goals and high performance can work together when evaluating commercial doors.
Specifying Doors for Corrosive Environments
Course Code: FRP-301 Credit: 1 hour
Course Description: Review what causes various types of corrosion in commercial environments, how to counter them, and how to specify a door for corrosion resistance.
FRP Entrances: The Science Behind the Door
Course Code: FRP-401 Credit: 1 AIA CEU
Course Description:Learn the fundamentals of fiberglass, including its history and benefits, and the materials and methods used to manufacture doors and frames with different textures and finishes to withstand fire, corrosion, and abuse.
Sliding Door Systems: Unlocking Design and Functionality
Course Code: SD 101 Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Dive into the fascinating realm of sliding door systems, exploring their key features, benefits, and various applications. Discover how these systems revolutionize space management while adding a touch of elegance to any environment.
Protecting People & Property
Course Code: WQS00A Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Whether it’s high-level protection from ballistics, blast, storm impact or forced entry, this course reviews the various protection levels, testing standards, best practices and the fundamental fenestration solutions which will fortify your building to protect people and property.
USBP
Self-Paced Learning
Designing Ballistic Protection: Windows and Doors
Course Code: USBP09A Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Examines threat level and resilient solutions for blast, bullet, storm impact, & forced entry opening solutions
Designing Forced Entry Protection: Windows and Doors
Course Code: USBP09B Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Examines the ASTM 3561 the standard test method for forced entry and helps the designer build openings to protect the contents and occupants of buildings.
Designing Blast Protection: Windows and Doors
Course Code: USBP09C Credit: 1 Hour HSW
Course Description: Offers guidance on evaluating appropriate blast load protection levels, understanding industry standards and assessing key factors such as standoff distance and blast load, which are critical in determining the level of threat and the necessary protective measures for a building.
