fencing industry

Blue and green shapes sit on top of a panic bar attached to a fence.
Our team has been exhibiting at FenceTech for over thirty years now, and we always have a great time. We make FenceTech an annual event because it is the only national trade show focused on fencing and gates. We attended FenceTech 2019 from March 13th-16th in Indianapolis with our expert […]

FenceTech 2019 Recap

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Multiple DAC Industry pamphlets and publications are spread out on a wooden desk.
In 1985, the need for a quality manufacturer and supplier for gate hardware was realized; and so, DAC was born. We are so proud of our Michigan roots and the successes we have had here. As we celebrate over 30 years of business, we wanted to share a bit of […]

The History of DAC: 32 Years of Fencing Industry Excellence

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Green text on a blue background reads, "FENCETECH 2019: Visit us at booth #2066!"
  FenceTech is a tradeshow put on annually by the American Fence Association. The name, FenceTech, was adopted as the official trade show name in 1990. DAC Industries has been attending for over thirty years and first exhibited in Nashville in 1985. We are excited to attend the 2019 FenceTech […]

FenceTech 2019 Preview

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A gate is closed with a panic bar
Panic bars are an essential piece of hardware that assist with fast, easy, and effective escape routes in case of an emergency. Panic bars also help to secure areas, such as hotel pools or community parks, safely. Quality is a must, especially when it comes to selecting panic hardware. As […]

Choosing the Right Panic Hardware

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A bamboo fence with blue and green rectangles superimposed on it
Fencing materials are becoming more and more diverse, and we are always excited to see what new trends hit the market. 2019 looks like it will be marked by environmental and safety innovation; here are the trends that are on our radar as we anticipate the coming year: Fencing Bamboo […]

What’s Big in Materials for 2019

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When it comes to your home or business, the selected finishes for decks, gates, fences, and more, are all key decisions. But, just as important, is picking out the perfect hardware in just the right finish. The type of finishes used in a space don’t have to match, but they […]

2019 Trends in Finishes

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DAC Industries takes pride in providing quality products for the fencing industry to architects, installers, and wholesalers. We understand that time investment and ease of installation play a major role in decision making, so we have developed several resources to assist you with installation: Utilize our Catalog We created a […]

Saving Time: Tips from Our Experts

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