Hardnox LLC was started in 1997 when Jim Echternacht, a general contractor in Santa Barbara, California, found himself and his crews struggling with heavy and oversized doors they were asked to install. He knew there had to be a better way - thus the idea for the DoorJak was born.
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| (Jim Echternacht, DoorJak Inventor) |
After months of engineering, testing and prototyping, the DoorJak 100 was ready for the market. Hospital facility managers found the product an absolute necessity and word soon spread. Hardnox LLC, knowing they had a great product, set up production in Jim's home state of Nebraska and began taking orders. As demand for the DoorJak grew, Hardnox saw a need for a more portable unit to be used for residential and light commercial/industrial door installers. The DoorJak 50 was launched in 2003 and immediately made an impact on the industry. All Doorjak products are in stock and are shipped from our factory in Ohio.
Please call us at 805-687-0053
Sandy Echternacht
Ian Echternacht
Hardnox LLC
1721
Santa Barbara Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: 805-687-0053
Fax: 805-687-5094
The DoorJak 50 is a Sturdy, Portable Door Installation Cart that allows one worker to safely and easily transport and install doors and wall panels up to 250 lbs. - $685.00
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The DoorJak 100 is a Heavy Duty Door Installation Cart that allows one worker to safely and easily transport and install heavy commercial, industrial and residential doors up to 750 lbs. - $2,995.00
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