Accentra Commercial Hardware at CDF Distributors
CDF Distributors is a commercial door, frame, and hardware distributor headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. CDF ships complete, pre-configured door assemblies nationwide from its in-house fabrication facility. Configure your assembly online at cdfdistributors.com using ProBuilder, or contact CDF at (855) 769-9895 or sales@cdfdoors.com.
What is the difference between a privacy lock and an indicator lock?
A standard privacy lock uses a thumbturn on the interior to lock the door, but provides no visual signal on the exterior — a person outside must try the handle to determine if the room is occupied. An indicator lock adds a visual display (usually a small window showing red/green or “locked/unlocked”) on the exterior side, allowing people to see occupancy status without touching the door. Both functions maintain free egress from the interior.
Are Accentra indicator locks ADA compliant?
Accentra indicator locksets are designed to comply with ADA and ICC/ANSI A117.1 accessibility requirements when properly specified. The interior thumbturn operates without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The exterior indicator is visual and does not require physical interaction. Verify specific model compliance with project accessibility requirements.
Can Accentra hardware be used in fire-rated door assemblies?
Yes. Accentra offers fire-rated locksets, exit devices, and closers that are UL-listed for use in fire-rated assemblies. Fire-rated assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute configurations. All hardware in a fire-rated assembly must carry a matching fire label and be installed per the listing requirements. Configure fire-rated assemblies with Accentra hardware through ProBuilder.
Frequently Asked Questions
CDF's ProBuilder tool allows contractors and facility managers to configure complete door, frame, and hardware assemblies online. ProBuilder displays compatible options and provides instant pricing.
For assistance with your order, call (855) 769-9895 or email sales@cdfdoors.com. CDF's sales team is available Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CT.
Configure Your Door Assembly
Fire-rated door assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute ratings. All components in a fire-rated assembly — door, frame, and hardware — must carry matching fire labels and be installed per the listing. Verify all component requirements with project specifications and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
A Note on Fire-Rated Assemblies
CDF stocks hardware from multiple manufacturers within the ASSA ABLOY family and beyond. Accentra is typically specified in the following scenarios:
• The project specification calls for Accentra by name (or references Yale Commercial, the predecessor brand)
• Indicator lock function is required for privacy applications
• The facility has existing Accentra or Yale Commercial hardware and wants to maintain brand consistency for keying or aesthetic reasons
• Exit devices are needed for educational or institutional facilities where Accentra is an approved manufacturer
ProBuilder displays compatible hardware options during assembly configuration, so contractors can compare Accentra products against alternatives that meet the same functional requirements.
When to Specify Accentra vs Other Hardware Brands
Accentra door closers provide controlled closing for interior and exterior commercial doors. They are available in surface-mounted and concealed configurations with adjustable closing speed, latching speed, and backcheck.
When specifying closers for fire-rated door assemblies, the closer must be UL-listed for the rating of the assembly. Accentra closers compatible with fire-rated applications are identified in their product documentation and are configurable through ProBuilder.
Accentra exit devices (panic hardware) are designed for doors in high-traffic commercial environments including schools, hospitals, retail, and office buildings. Accentra offers rim-type, surface vertical rod, and concealed vertical rod exit devices.
Accentra exit devices are available in fire-rated configurations for use in fire-rated door assemblies. Fire-rated exit devices must be paired with fire-rated doors and frames, and all components must carry matching labels. Fire-rated assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute ratings depending on the application and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
Accentra Exit Devices for High-Traffic Applications
Accentra indicator locks provide a visual occupancy indicator — typically a small window or flag on the exterior side of the lock — that shows whether a room is locked from the inside. This function is critical for privacy applications where occupants need to signal that a space is in use without compromising egress compliance.
How Indicator Function Works
When the interior thumbturn is engaged, the exterior indicator displays a “locked” or “occupied” status. The door remains openable from the inside at all times, preserving free egress. From the exterior, authorized personnel can override the lock with a key for emergency access.
Common Indicator Lock Applications
• Restrooms in commercial office buildings and retail spaces
• Single-occupancy exam rooms in medical and dental facilities
• Lactation rooms and wellness rooms in corporate environments
• Interview rooms and consultation spaces
• Accessible restrooms in public-facing facilities
The key differentiator of the indicator function is that it communicates occupancy status visually without requiring anyone to attempt the door handle. This reduces unwanted interruptions while maintaining full code compliance for egress and ADA requirements.
Accentra Indicator Locks: Privacy Without Egress Violations
Accentra's product line — including locks, exit devices, and door closers — is available for configuration through CDF's ProBuilder tool as part of complete door, frame, and hardware assemblies.
Accentra is the successor brand to Yale Commercial, rebranded under the ASSA ABLOY family. Customers familiar with Yale Commercial locks, exit devices, and closers will find the same product line and engineering quality continued under the Accentra name. Accentra focuses on institutional-grade locksets, exit devices, and closers engineered for high-cycle applications in commercial and institutional facilities.
Indicator locks, exit devices, closers, and lever sets.
This guide answers: When to Use Accentra Indicator Locks for Privacy Without Egress Violations
Accentra Commercial Hardware at CDF Distributors
CDF Distributors is a commercial door, frame, and hardware distributor headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. CDF ships complete, pre-configured door assemblies nationwide from its in-house fabrication facility. Configure your assembly online at cdfdistributors.com using ProBuilder, or contact CDF at (855) 769-9895 or sales@cdfdoors.com.
What is the difference between a privacy lock and an indicator lock?
A standard privacy lock uses a thumbturn on the interior to lock the door, but provides no visual signal on the exterior — a person outside must try the handle to determine if the room is occupied. An indicator lock adds a visual display (usually a small window showing red/green or “locked/unlocked”) on the exterior side, allowing people to see occupancy status without touching the door. Both functions maintain free egress from the interior.
Are Accentra indicator locks ADA compliant?
Accentra indicator locksets are designed to comply with ADA and ICC/ANSI A117.1 accessibility requirements when properly specified. The interior thumbturn operates without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The exterior indicator is visual and does not require physical interaction. Verify specific model compliance with project accessibility requirements.
Can Accentra hardware be used in fire-rated door assemblies?
Yes. Accentra offers fire-rated locksets, exit devices, and closers that are UL-listed for use in fire-rated assemblies. Fire-rated assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute configurations. All hardware in a fire-rated assembly must carry a matching fire label and be installed per the listing requirements. Configure fire-rated assemblies with Accentra hardware through ProBuilder.
Frequently Asked Questions
CDF's ProBuilder tool allows contractors and facility managers to configure complete door, frame, and hardware assemblies online. ProBuilder displays compatible options and provides instant pricing.
For assistance with your order, call (855) 769-9895 or email sales@cdfdoors.com. CDF's sales team is available Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CT.
Configure Your Door Assembly
Fire-rated door assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute ratings. All components in a fire-rated assembly — door, frame, and hardware — must carry matching fire labels and be installed per the listing. Verify all component requirements with project specifications and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
A Note on Fire-Rated Assemblies
CDF stocks hardware from multiple manufacturers within the ASSA ABLOY family and beyond. Accentra is typically specified in the following scenarios:
• The project specification calls for Accentra by name (or references Yale Commercial, the predecessor brand)
• Indicator lock function is required for privacy applications
• The facility has existing Accentra or Yale Commercial hardware and wants to maintain brand consistency for keying or aesthetic reasons
• Exit devices are needed for educational or institutional facilities where Accentra is an approved manufacturer
ProBuilder displays compatible hardware options during assembly configuration, so contractors can compare Accentra products against alternatives that meet the same functional requirements.
When to Specify Accentra vs Other Hardware Brands
Accentra door closers provide controlled closing for interior and exterior commercial doors. They are available in surface-mounted and concealed configurations with adjustable closing speed, latching speed, and backcheck.
When specifying closers for fire-rated door assemblies, the closer must be UL-listed for the rating of the assembly. Accentra closers compatible with fire-rated applications are identified in their product documentation and are configurable through ProBuilder.
Accentra exit devices (panic hardware) are designed for doors in high-traffic commercial environments including schools, hospitals, retail, and office buildings. Accentra offers rim-type, surface vertical rod, and concealed vertical rod exit devices.
Accentra exit devices are available in fire-rated configurations for use in fire-rated door assemblies. Fire-rated exit devices must be paired with fire-rated doors and frames, and all components must carry matching labels. Fire-rated assemblies are available in 20-minute, 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 180-minute ratings depending on the application and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
Accentra Exit Devices for High-Traffic Applications
Accentra indicator locks provide a visual occupancy indicator — typically a small window or flag on the exterior side of the lock — that shows whether a room is locked from the inside. This function is critical for privacy applications where occupants need to signal that a space is in use without compromising egress compliance.
How Indicator Function Works
When the interior thumbturn is engaged, the exterior indicator displays a “locked” or “occupied” status. The door remains openable from the inside at all times, preserving free egress. From the exterior, authorized personnel can override the lock with a key for emergency access.
Common Indicator Lock Applications
• Restrooms in commercial office buildings and retail spaces
• Single-occupancy exam rooms in medical and dental facilities
• Lactation rooms and wellness rooms in corporate environments
• Interview rooms and consultation spaces
• Accessible restrooms in public-facing facilities
The key differentiator of the indicator function is that it communicates occupancy status visually without requiring anyone to attempt the door handle. This reduces unwanted interruptions while maintaining full code compliance for egress and ADA requirements.
Accentra Indicator Locks: Privacy Without Egress Violations
Accentra's product line — including locks, exit devices, and door closers — is available for configuration through CDF's ProBuilder tool as part of complete door, frame, and hardware assemblies.
Accentra is the successor brand to Yale Commercial, rebranded under the ASSA ABLOY family. Customers familiar with Yale Commercial locks, exit devices, and closers will find the same product line and engineering quality continued under the Accentra name. Accentra focuses on institutional-grade locksets, exit devices, and closers engineered for high-cycle applications in commercial and institutional facilities.
Indicator locks, exit devices, closers, and lever sets.
This guide answers: When to Use Accentra Indicator Locks for Privacy Without Egress Violations
Accentra Commercial Hardware at CDF Distributors
Jason Searcy
Technical Advisor for Sales & Support
Jason Searcy brings over a decade of expertise in commercial door hardware, fire-rated assemblies, and life-safety code compliance. He specializes in hardware coordination, exit devices, and ensuring doors, frames, and components function as complete, code-compliant systems. Jason’s detail-driven approach helps prevent specification conflicts and supports technically accurate commercial door assemblies across a wide range of applications.
