Manufacturer of the StrongWeld Defender Ballistic Gates and Florida's Security Gate Authority. #FloridaDoorControl #FDC

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Apr 23
General contractors need more than products. They need partners who understand schedule, coordination, and execution. FDC supports Florida projects with automatic gates, access control, revolving doors, turnstiles, crash-rated barriers, ballistic gates, and secure entry solutions for demanding commercial work. Contact FDC to discuss your next project. #FDC #WhenSecurityMatters #Gates #Doors #Florida
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📷 Hurricane Season Is Here. Is Your Facility Ready? When severe weather approaches, most facilities focus on windows, generators, and emergency supplies—but automatic gates are often overlooked. High winds can place tremendous stress on gate systems. In hurricane conditions, gates can act like sails, putting excessive strain on operators, hinges, rollers, tracks, and supporting structures. If not properly secured, gates can become damaged or even create additional safety hazards during a storm. Before a storm arrives, facilities should inspect gate systems, test backup power, verify access control functionality, and secure gates that may be exposed to high winds. Properly tying down and securing gates can help reduce damage and improve the chances of returning to normal operations more quickly after the storm passes. FDC can assist with hurricane preparedness, including gate inspections, securing gate systems, tying gates down before major storms, and post-storm repairs if needed. Don't wait until a hurricane warning is issued. FDC provides commercial gate service, access control maintenance, parking systems support, and perimeter security solutions throughout Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, Miami, Melbourne, and across Florida. Stay prepared. Stay operational. FDC - When Security Matters!
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May 28
One truck impact. One major security problem. A damaged commercial gate doesn’t just affect appearance — it impacts security, traffic flow, safety, and daily operations. From emergency gate repair to full operator replacement and access control integration, FDC helps facilities across Florida restore secure access fast. Built for reliability. Back in operation. FDC - When Security Matters! #GateRepair #AutomaticGates #CommercialSecurity #AccessControl #PerimeterSecurity #FacilityManagement #GateOperator #FloridaBusiness
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May 21
Tampa Bay continues to experience rapid growth across commercial development, healthcare, hospitality, transportation, entertainment, and infrastructure. As facilities expand throughout Tampa, Clearwater, St. Pete, and Sarasota, reliable access systems play an increasingly important role in keeping operations organized, secure, and efficient behind the scenes. FDC is proud to support projects throughout the region with: • Automatic Gates • Access Control • Parking Systems • Turnstiles • Door Systems • Perimeter Security Solutions From commercial campuses and hospitals to airports, parking operations, industrial facilities, and public venues, our focus is helping facilities operate reliably in high-traffic environments designed for long-term performance. We’re proud to help support the infrastructure behind a growing Tampa Bay. When Security Matters. #Tampa #TampaBay #Infrastructure #AccessControl #PerimeterSecurity #CommercialSecurity #FacilityManagement #SecuritySystems #AutomaticGates #ParkingSystems
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May 14
Airport environments demand more than standard security solutions. From perimeter access and vehicle control to parking systems and door automation, airport operations rely on systems that can perform consistently in high-security, high-traffic environments. FDC provides integrated solutions for: ✈️ Airport Access Control 🚧 Automatic Gates & Barriers 🚪 Door Systems 🚗 Parking & Revenue Systems 🛠️ Quarterly Maintenance & Support Built for reliability. Designed for demanding environments. FDC - "When Security Matters."
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How to know if your perimeter hardware is being neglected Perimeter hardware often gets overlooked until something stops working, but there are usually visible signs of neglect long before that happens. At FDC, we help owners and managers look beyond whether a system technically works and focus on whether the hardware is being maintained well enough to protect long-term performance, safety, and security. #FDC #whensecuritymatters #accesscontrol #gatecompany #gates #automaticgates #tampa #jacskonville #florida #orlando
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What’s the biggest mistake facilities make with gate systems? Choosing the wrong gate type or operator for their traffic level—this leads to constant breakdowns and unnecessary repairs. How can facilities improve security without slowing down operations? By combining automated gates with smart access control, you get both security and efficiency. How often should commercial gates and access systems be serviced? At least 2-4 times a year, especially in high-use environments, to prevent costly downtime. #florida #fdc #whensecuritymatters #tampa #gatecompany #gates
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Apr 28
Visit Booth 509 at the FB-FM Today! April 28 Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa #FDC #whensecuritymatters #tampa
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Apr 24
Physical controls help protect what matters most. Gates, barriers, access control, turnstiles, revolving doors, and perimeter systems all play a role in reducing risk and controlling access at commercial and industrial properties. fdc.com/physical-access-cont… #PhysicalControls #AccessControl #PerimeterSecurity #CommercialSecurity #FDC
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Apr 17
What’s the most overlooked part of a commercial property’s security setup? The gate The entrance The access control system Or the perimeter itself? We’d love to hear your take.
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We’re excited to be exhibiting at the Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show on April 28 in Tampa! Stop by Booth #509 to connect with our team and learn more about what we’re working on. 👉 Register here: maintenanceshowsflorida.com/… #FBFM26 #FacilitiesManagement #TampaEvents
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How much protection do ballistic gates give? UL 752 in Plain English #FDC #whensecuritymatters #bulletproof #gates #ballistics FDC.com
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When reliability matters, HySecurity operators stand out. Built for demanding commercial and high-security applications, they deliver the strength, performance, and control needed for gates that have to work day in and day out. FDC helps bring the right operator solution to the job. #HySecurity #GateOperators #PerimeterSecurity #AccessControl #CommercialSecurity #FDC
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Mar 31
Every day in America, vehicles crash into structures 60 times — and without proper gates and crash-rated barriers, your facility could be next. Over 15,000 acts of vandalism, theft, and sabotage hit critical infrastructure in the past year. Public concern is high — over 75% of Americans think vital infrastructure sectors are vulnerable. Vehicle-ramming attacks are a documented real threat — crash-rated gates are part of a modern defense strategy. Airports, Aerospace, Correctional Facilities, Government Buildings, Military Bases, Power Plants and Substations. #FDC #whensecuritymatters #StrongWeldDefender #ballistic #gates #physicalsecurity #florida #unitedstates #bulletproofgates
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Mar 30
Are you planning on attending the FB-FM in Tampa this year? If so, please come visit FDC at booth #509! 2026 Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show maintenanceshowsflorida.com/
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Mar 30
youtube.com/shorts/nCLRrdSsa… Facility managers, project managers and even owners should care about ballistic protection at Airports, Aerospace, Correctional Facilities, Government Buildings, Military Bases, Power Plants and Substations. #FDC #whensecuritymatters

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Mar 23
Breaking: The US Seeks to Protect Critical Infrastructure The need to protect critical infrastructure is becoming more obvious each day. Protection from ballistic threats at electrical substations include systems such as the StrongWeld Defender, while crash barriers protect against vehicular attacks. #FDC #whensecuritymatters #StrongWeldDefender #ballistic #gates #physicalsecurity #florida #unitedstates
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