Ken Kuehler, President of Detex Corporation, is donating $6,200 worth of equipment to the students at Texas State Technical College. Said Kuehler, “Detex is committed to making our community a better place to live, in part because it is our home, too. That extends not only to the services we provide but also to finding new ways to give back to the community that created this cooperative.”

Headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas, Detex Corporation is consistently ranked as one of the top security door hardware companies in the country. Detex also represents a variety of other major equipment lines and maintains an extensive parts inventory and dedicated service capabilities.

Today, as it has throughout its history, Detex continues to serve the needs of the construction market and other industrial segments. The company also remains committed to top quality customer service and prides itself in having played a major role as a good corporate citizen in all the communities it has served in its 100-year history.

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.

Detex Corporation, one of the nation’s oldest and largest security door hardware companies, is celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2023. The Detex Corporation centennial commemoration will be ongoing throughout 2023 as the company highlights key moments in its history, hosts events for employees and customers and conducts a series of community service projects.

While very few businesses in any industry withstand the test of time to reach their centennial, Detex Corporation is proud to be one of just a couple of door hardware manufacturers to claim this distinction.

The celebrations and community service events will take place in New Braunfels, Texas. These events will recognize and thank the customers and employees that have helped make Detex Corporation successful over the past century.

“We are privileged to have outstanding, loyal customers, and this year we want to take the opportunity to thank them for their continued confidence,” said Ken Kuehler, President and CEO of Detex Corporation. “As we look to our next 100 years, our commitment to delivering quality products and superior support services while practicing the highest ethical standards will continue to be our business model.”

Headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas, Detex Corporation is consistently ranked as one of the top security door hardware companies in the country. Detex also represents a variety of other major equipment lines and maintains an extensive parts inventory and dedicated service capabilities.

Today, as it has throughout its history, Detex continues to serve the needs of the construction market and other industrial segments. The company also remains committed to top quality customer service and prides itself in having played a major role as a good corporate citizen in all the communities it has served.

For more information about Detex Corporation’s centennial celebration or any of the company’s products and services, please visit www.detex.com.

Jose Tabares has been promoted to Senior Engineer at Detex Corporation.

Jose began working at Detex in the fall of 2018, joining the Detex engineering team as a Mechanical Engineer. Jose has worked on various product projects and improvements, most recently stepping up to with the implementation of Epicor, helping plan data migration, bills of materials, engineering processes & consolidating / designing configurators.  Jose will oversee the Detex decisions and personnel related to Detex engineering, which is currently a team of five. 

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.

Scott Peck has been promoted to Marketing & Sales Manager for Detex & DSI.

Scott started working at Detex in the fall of 2009, helping transition Detex into a new product market, involving automatic swing door operators. Scott has worked within the Detex marketing and sales department for 13 years, learning to promote & sell all Detex products. Scott has traveled extensively, assisting with installations, selling to end users, conducting training sessions as well as participating in various industry events. Scott has held several positions at Detex including Sales Manager and most recently, Distribution Channel Manager. Scott will oversee the Detex and DSI decisions and personnel related to sales & marketing.

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.

Detex is thrilled to announce the promotion of Angela Varni from Senior Customer Service Representative to Customer Service Manager.

Angela joined Detex 7 years ago and has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and a deep understanding of customer needs. Her commitment to delivering exceptional service and fostering positive customer relationships has been instrumental in Detex’s success.

In her new role as Customer Service Manager, Angela will lead our customer service team with her extensive knowledge and enthusiasm. Her strategic thinking and passion for enhancing customer experiences align perfectly with Detex’s mission to provide top-notch solutions and support to our valued clients.

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.

It is with great sadness that Detex Corporation announces the passing of Gary Hackney at the age of 80. During his 31 years of employment at Detex, Gary was a visible and significant contributor to the Company’s success.

Gary started his career at Detex in 1986 as a Sales Manager, then became the Director of Marketing and Sales in 1999. In 2000 he left the Company to work as a Detex representative in the southeastern U.S. but rejoined the Detex team in 2001. He became Channel Sales Manager in 2005, Distribution Channel Manager in 2011 and in 2017 took on the responsibilities of Marketing and Sales Coordinator. He retired from Detex on March 31, 2018.

Gary was a true gentleman who had a wealth of friends, not only at Detex but also among our representatives, distributors and customers. He was an Air Force veteran and was decidedly “old school.” Anyone who did business with Detex or with Gary personally knew that his word was his bond and his handshake was as good as any contract. He was well respected for his knowledge of our industry and the easy way in which he interacted with everyone.

Detex extends our heartfelt sympathy to Gary’s wife, Val, and his entire family. Gary’s passing is a monumental loss for those of us who knew and worked with him.

A celebration of life will be held for Gary Hackney on June 4, 2022 from 1-3:30pm located at the Village Venue in New Braunfels, TX.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Easy R Equine Rescue, or the Texas Great Pyranees Rescue.

Detex Corporation promotes Ken Kuehler to President. Kuehler replaces John Blodgett, who recently retired but remains a member of the Detex board of directors.

Kuehler will be responsible for spearheading the Company’s expansion and consolidation efforts as well as improving operational efficiencies. He brings to the task 28 years of experience in the security door hardware market, the last 22 serving in various leadership roles at Detex, including National Account Manager, Marketing Manager, Director of Marketing & Sales, General Manager, Vice President, COO and now President.

As Director of Marketing & Sales, Kuehler helped propel Detex sales to record levels. As Vice President and COO, he has been instrumental in simultaneously managing the restraints of COVID and expanding operations while overseeing process improvements. Kuehler holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Texas State University.

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.

Because the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect communities everywhere, Detex Corporation has made donations to food banks across the U.S. and Canada for a second year.

These donations were made to food banks in the communities where our distributors are located, to help show our gratitude for their continued support. It is our goal to help make a difference in the lives of people struggling with hunger and food insecurity.

Detex Corporation is grateful to everyone for all their support throughout the year, and we extend our warm wishes to you this holiday season.

Happy holidays and a prosperous new year!

Effective as of June 1, 2021, Detex Corporation will end our nearly century-old participation in the Guard Tour market.

The responsibility for the management of the sales, service and support for our guard tour products and systems will be transferred to Central Time Clock, Inc. (CTC) in the New York City area. CTC has been selling and supporting Detex guard tour products through three generations of family ownership, and they are totally capable of handling these responsibilities and eager to do so.

Beginning on June 1, 2021, our Guard Tour Sales Channel Partners and End Users may continue to procure Detex guard tour products through CTC. CTC has committed to maintain current pricing in effect at least through the end of 2021.

Contact information for CTC is as follows:

Central Time Clock, Inc.
5-23 50th Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: (718) 784-4900
Fax: (718) 472-9491
Web: www.centraltimeclock.com
Principal: Hal Reinhardt hal@centraltimeclock.com

Detex Corporation is profoundly grateful to our many loyal distributors and customers who have trusted us to provide you with effective guard tour solutions for nearly a century. We are confident that you can continue to place this same trust in CTC.

For more than a century, Detex has earned the trust of architects and owners who rely on Detex products for the safety and security of people and property. A USA company, Detex designs, manufactures, markets and ships products around the world from New Braunfels, Texas. Detex is known internationally for life safety and security door hardware, loss prevention and architectural hardware, integrated door security systems and guard tour verification.

For more information, visit www.detex.com or email marketing@detex.com.