The design of the 1690 is ideally suited for demanding, high-traffic applications. The vertical rods and latch mechanisms are concealed in the vertical door stile, ensuring trouble-free operation. The cover plates and end caps are constructed of cast metal to hold up to rigorous use. A quick, single-point dogging feature in the housing deactivates the device and permits unrestricted traffic flow. This locking mechanism is designed to offer more versatility than crossbars, which require two-point dogging.