Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Exactly what is "builders hardware"? 

Q. What benefits do I receive as a BHMA member?

Q. How do I Join BHMA?

Q. What If I do not fit membership criteria?

Q. What are BHMA Product Sections?

Q. How can I determine the grade of a particular builders hardware product?

Q. What are different grades? (pdf)

Q. How does the BHMA product numbering system work?

Q. How can I obtain a list of your members?

Q. Who manufactures a specific product(i.e. locks, hinges, exit device)?

Q. Does BHMA collect industry statistics?

Q. What are the eligibility requirements for BHMA membership? 

Q. How often are BHMA standards updated? 

Q. Is BHMA developing any new standards?

Q. Is BHMA-sponsored certification restricted to products manufactured by BHMA members?

Q. Is there a list of BHMA-certified products? 

Q. How can a product be identified as BHMA-certified? 

Q. How can my company get its hardware products certified?