Family-Owned in Midtown Manhattan
Over 80 Years of
Outstanding Quality
and Customer Service
Architectural hardware, keying systems, electronic security, hollow metal frames and doors, and locksmithing — from the most basic needs to custom design requests.
01 — About
A Family Business Since the 1940s
Founded in the 1940s by Jack Brown, AAA remains family owned and operated, servicing over 3,000 clients. AAA's midtown Manhattan headquarters is home to seven stories of materials, and an unmatched staff of experts who can meet all of your architectural hardware, keying system, electronic security, hollow metal frames and doors, and locksmithing needs — from the most basic needs to custom design requests.
AAA Architectural Hardware represents all major door and hardware manufacturers and is equipped to meet your specific requirements, including custom projects and after-market retrofitting.
02 — Products & Services
Quality. Safety. Security.
Quality
We work with the top manufacturers to ensure high quality product and services.
Safety
Life safety is our number one priority.
Security
Our experts in electronic security can solve any unique or custom client need.
Our Products
Hollow metal door frames and doors, wood doors, specialty doors, and architectural hardware.
- Standard, unfinished, and refinished wood doors — including custom stile-and-rail and special-order sizes
- Knocked-down and welded frames, borrowed lights, and custom dimensions, built with fabricators to any configuration a project requires
- Specialty doors: FRP and fiberglass for durability and corrosion resistance, stainless steel, acoustical, and lead-lined doors
- Door hardware and accessories from all major manufacturers, with wholesale access to non-stock products and finishes
Our Services
A wide range of quality services, including:
- Estimating and consulting
- Engineering and detailing projects
- Project management
- Technical support / product expertise
- Field measuring (upon request)
- Coordinating project schedules
- Quick shipping material in 5, 10, or 15 business days
- Deliveries
- Certified Channel Partner (ACP) for Sargent Integrated Weigand Locksets
03 — Projects
Where Our Work Stands
AAA's projects range from providing service and installation of commercial doors, frames, hardware, and access-control solutions, to an innovative approach for maximizing security — configured to demanding standards, unusual opening sizes, and discerning aesthetic requirements, while complying with ADA and local codes. We are a locally operated business that strives to provide a personal, customized experience.
The Arts & Entertainment
- Bronx Zoo — Bronx, New York
- Carnegie Hall — New York, New York
- Juilliard School of Music — New York, New York
- Lincoln Center, Alice Tully Hall — New York, New York
- Museum of Art and Design — New York, New York
- Museum of Modern Art — New York, New York
- Radio City Music Hall — New York, New York
Broadcasting & Recording
- ABC Studios — New York, New York
- HBO Productions — New York, New York
- Right Track Recording Studios — New York, New York
- Silvercup Studios — Long Island City, New York
Corporate
- AOL Time Warner Building — New York, New York
- U.S. News and World Report — New York, New York
Government & Embassies
- Consulate General of Germany — New York, New York
- Emanuel Cellar Courthouse — Brooklyn, New York
- New York County Family Court — New York, New York
- Queens Family Justice Center — Queens, New York
04 — Partners
Manufacturer Relationships
AAA Hardware is able to provide the highest quality services because of our strong relationships with the top manufacturers in the industry — from the leading providers of hollow metal doors to specialty hardware.
Allegion
Allegion Plc is a provider of security products and solutions for homes and businesses.
Assa Abloy
The ASSA ABLOY Group is a Swedish lock manufacturer, and the world's largest lock manufacturer by sales volume. ASSA ABLOY was formed in 1994 when Assa AB was separated from Swedish security firm Securitas AB.
Hollow Metal
We work with many hollow metal manufacturers to provide on-time and quality service.





- Independent
05 — Leadership