Chad Johnson and Daniel Mayfield, technicians with the Patrick Allen Companies LLC in  Meridian have been awarded the designation “Master Automated Access Systems Technician” by the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation.

The non-profit, third party organization provides training and credentialing in the door and access systems industry. According to a news release, The “Master Tech” status is considered the gold standard for technicians in the industry, and it is awarded to those who earn individual certification in the following disciplines:

residential installation, commercial sectional door systems, commercial rolling door systems and rolling steel fire doors.

IDEA Managing Director, Debra Welhener, said that Master Tech exemplifies professionalism in the industry. “These are often large, potentially dangerous products if not properly installed, maintained and serviced,” Welhener said in a news release. “A garage door is the largest moving part in most homes, and while a great convenience and part of a home’s overall security, they can also do harm if improperly handled. Commercial doors are typically large and can be very heavy, so it’s important that these products be installed and maintained by trained, tested specialists, and Master Technicians represent the best in the industry.”