Architectural Openings – News from DORMA

D800 Series Dead Bolts Provide Outstanding Safety and Security

 The new, rugged D800 Series dead bolt lockset from DORMA Architectural Hardware offers a great and reliable way to provide safety and security in commercial and institutional applications.

The large dead bolt is made from stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance and the design incorporates a heavy duty brass cylinder in a hardened steel housing which is surrounded by a heavy steel spin ring, reinforcing the security package in the door. This is coupled with a solid steel strike for use in a hollow metal frame and an additional reinforcing plate with 3-inch screws for wood jamb installations.

The Grade 1 dead bolt is available in either 2 3/8-inch or 2 3/4-inch backsets and is offered in a variety of configurations to satisfy virtually any situation encountered in the field. It is also available in the new DORMA SKC management system, as well as many standard keyways, in either standard or small format interchangeable core cylinders.

The hardware is certified under the BHMA Product Certification program to meet all ANSI A156.5 – 2001 requirements. It is UL Listed for use as auxiliary hardware of 4-foot by 8-foot doors with a three-hour fire label. This durable lock is also backed by a 10-year mechanical warranty.

The D800 Series dead bolts are part of a comprehensive line of mortise locks, cylindrical locks and dead bolts from DORMA Architectural Hardware. For more information or a product brochure, call DORMA Architectural Hardware at 1-800-523-8483 or visit www.dorma-usa.com.

Crane 1000 Series Revolving Doors Provide Quick, Economic Solutions

Crane Revolving Doors, a division of DORMA Entrance Systems, introduces the Crane 1000 Series revolving door. The 1000 Series is a perfect solution for budget conscious projects that call for the look, function and energy savings of a revolving door.

The Crane 1000 Series is fabricated with .125″ thick rigid aluminum construction. Each component of the revolving door is carefully cut and fitted by experienced iron workers and craftsmen. All exposed surfaces are mechanically cleaned and finished with one of several options: clear anodized, dark
bronze, custom anodized, or painted. Another benefit of this series is the expedited production lead-time for jobs with a fast-tracked completion date.

The 1000 Series is managed by a 100:1 precision-geared manual speed control and comes in three sizes: an 8′ outside diameter, a 7′ inside diameter, as well as a 6′6″ inside diameter. The 7/16″ clear or tinted glass enclosure can be specified from 7′-9′ feet in height. Standard push bars are available as a 1/2″ by 1-1/2″ rectangular bar or 1″ diameter round bar. All push bars are created in the same material and finish as the door for seamless aesthetic appeal. Optional ceiling lights, consisting of a translucent lens and snap-in trim ring that matches the door’s finish, can be flush-mounted in non-glass ceilings.

For safety and security, Crane’s patented Bookfold Collapse Lock provides emergency egress, however will not release during excessive winds or stack conditions. The pressure to engage the bookfold mechanism is adjustable to meet local conditions. It also features machined chill-cast bronze discs and hangers finished to match the door.

In addition to the Crane 1000 Series, Crane Revolving Doors provides a complete revolving door portfolio including 2000 Series semi-custom doors, 3000 Series fully custom doors, 4000 Series all-glass doors. Crane also offers security revolving doors, large diameter revolving doors and revolving door rehab kits to meet all revolving door project needs.

For more information or a product brochure, call DORMA at 1-800-942-7263 or visit www.cranedoor.com.

Hendrick named president of DORMA Automatics

DORMA Group North America has named Gerald B. Hendrick President of DORMA Automatics, Inc. Hendrick will be responsible for all of the division’s products and services. In his new role, He will also oversee the Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Control brands, which with DORMA Automatics comprise the DORMA Entrance Systems marketing unit.

“Gerald’s exceptional knowledge of the industry and his proven leadership within DORMA make him an ideal candidate to steward our trusted, well-known brands: DORMA Automatics, Crane and CDC,” said Larry O’Toole, president and CEO of DORMA Group North America. “Coordination of these three important components of our business will advance DORMA Group North America’s strategy of delivering complete architectural opening solutions–from innovative products to service.”

Hendrick was previously the director of sales and marketing for DORMA Automatics. During his tenure, he built on a background that encompasses nearly 20 years of experience in the architectural products industry. Before arriving at DORMA, he was division president for an automatic door manufacturer and has extensive familiarity with senior management with branch sales and operations.

About DORMA Group North America

DORMA Group North America manufactures and markets a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry, with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. Part of The DORMA Group worldwide, DORMA Group North America comprises DORMA Architectural
Hardware, DORMA Glas, Modernfold, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, and DORMA Entrance Systems — which markets products and services under the DORMA Automatics, Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Controls brands.

DORMA Group North America offerings include safety and security products, locks, door closers, exit devices, glass hardware and patch fittings, sliding and swinging automatic doors, revolving doors and operable partitions.