Masonite Corporation

Innovative designs, materials, and manufacturing methods for improving the structural integrity, insulation, ease of assembly, or specific functional properties of door and window frames and panels.

Locks integrating electronic components for remote control, wireless communication, internet connectivity, and digital credential management, often including features for user identification and access monitoring.

Mechanisms and control systems for automating the movement, opening, or closing of blinds, shades, louvers, or doors, enhancing user convenience, security, or energy efficiency.

Devices and systems integrated with doors or windows to provide specific safety, security, or access control functions, such as earthquake protection, pest deterrence, or controlled human/animal passage.

Systems that manage and enforce entry or usage privileges using digital credentials, biometric identification, or remote control, often incorporating network connectivity and real-time status updates.

Integration of power converters with energy storage devices (batteries, supercapacitors) or grid interfaces, often involving AC/DC conversion, power flow management, and fault handling for hybrid power systems or specific applications like EVs or PV.

Locking mechanisms specifically designed for automotive applications, recreational vehicles, or unique door types like bi-fold, sliding, or container doors, often incorporating specific safety, noise reduction, or operational features.

Design and manufacturing of multi-pane glass units with an evacuated gap and specialized sealing technologies to provide superior thermal insulation for architectural or appliance applications.

Systems that embed photovoltaic cells or films directly into window components like louvers, blinds, or glazing, to generate electricity, often combined with automated shading for energy management.