Architectural Openings – News from DORMA

New DORMOTION Cushioned Sliding System assists, cushions movement of sliding glass doors

MILLERSVILLE, Md. (November 16, 2009) – The new DORMOTION system from DORMA Glas provides assisted closing and comfortable cushioning of interior glass doors in commercial and residential settings.

When integrated into DORMA’s AGILE 150 sliding door system, the DORMOTION hardware gently decelerates, assists and smoothly draws the sliding panel to its end position as it travels on the roller assembly. The action resembles the spring-aided, self-drawing action of kitchen drawers.

DORMOTION system also provides leading-edge cushioning of door movement at the limits of travel, preventing harsh end stops that could damage the door or hardware. An end stop function holds the door panel in place after opening or closure, eliminating uncontrolled fallback and incomplete closure.

The DORMOTION hardware is suitable for single or double doors up to either 175 lbs/80 kg (Type L) or 330 lbs/150 kg (Type XL) and minimum panel widths of 32-5/8”/830 mm (Type L) or 45-5/8”/1160 mm (Type XL).

It can be ordered in either clear or satin-like anodized aluminum finishes. A powder-coating option is available. DORMOTION’s corrosion-resistant hardware makes it appropriate for damp or humid conditions.

For more information about the DORMOTION system, call DORMA Glas at (800) 451-0649 or visit www.dorma-usa.com

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DORMA, Modernfold products win Interior Design accolades

Who says functional can’t be beautiful?

The MAGNEO Sliding door system from DORMA Entrance Systems and the MOVEO Moveable Glass Wall System from Modernfold were recently honored with “Best of the Year Awards” for 2009 by Interior Design magazine.

The slim profile-edge glass panels in the new MOVEO® Moveable Glass Wall System offer unprecedented openness and daylighting while delivering sound insulation ratings up to 45 STC for exceptional privacy. The MOVEO system is ideal for offices and conference rooms, restaurants, hotels, meeting facilities and educational settings. MOVEO glass panels provide an attractive, solution to demanding interior space division needs. Unlike conventional solid panels, MOVEO glass panels permit unobstructed sightlines between partitioned areas, helping to create an inviting atmosphere.

Powered by advanced linear magnetic drive technology (LMD), the MAGNEO sliding door system opens and closes doors with an even gliding action that’s virtually free of sound and friction. To complement the smooth movement, the MAGNEO system’s clean lines and unobtrusive, low-profile header blend seamlessly into commercial or residential settings, especially those with a modern or minimalist design motif. It is the only sliding door entrance system to utilize LMD technology instead of belts, pulleys, gears or motors. The unparalleled MAGNEO system enables a sliding door to open and close on an electromagnetic “cushion,” reducing wear, noise and maintenance.

Best of Year and Merit Winners in all categories will be announced during a live ceremony at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City on December 3, 2009.

DORMA Group North America will be at the Design Build show, held at the Gaylord National in Washington, DC.  DORMA will feature the MAGNEO sliding door system with linear magnetic drive technolgy. Booth #425.

DORMA Entrance Systems opens sales and service division in Chicago for automatic doors, revolving doors

REAMSTOWN, Pa. (November 1, 2009) – DORMA Entrance Systems has opened an office dedicated to servicing all brands of manual and automatic swing doors, balanced doors, sliding and folding automatic doors, ICU doors and revolving doors in the metropolitan Chicago market.

The Lake Bluff, Ill.-location will sell also DORMA-branded products, including Crane Revolving Doors and DORMA Automatics swing and sliding automatic doors.

The new branch expands DORMA’s already successful sales, installation, service and maintenance network, which has centered on the company’s Carolina Door Controls operation along the East Coast.

Angus MacMillan – a 10-year DORMA veteran with the Crane Revolving Doors brand – will head up the branch. All field technicians at the branch are AAADM certified. The location will offer 24/7 emergency service. The office number is (877) 720-0333; the fax is (877) 815-7650.

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.

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DORMA products on Clinton Library

The William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Ark. — which won LEED Platinum certification — used an assortment of DORMA products to achieve security and safety objectives throughout the facility.

For the many interior and exterior doorways throughout the library, the architects needed hardware that was unobtrusive and would not obstruct the clear views. But the door hardware also needed to be strong enough to support large glass doors, as well as durable enough to withstand heavy use.

These requirements led the architects to speci1fy a variety of DORMA products for the elegant door systems throughout the Library: LM Series Pivots, BTS series Concealed Door Closers, and TS93 Series Surface Door Closers.

DORMA stars in new web movie

Interested in knowing more about DORMA’s approach, products and capabilities? This video offers an overview of how DORMA systems and components contribute to a building’s security, safety, style, performance and convenience.

Cool new MAGNEO installation for NHL’s Canucks

With a smooth, gliding action reminiscent of sharpened skates on freshly finished ice, the new MAGNEO Sliding Door System at the Vancouver Canucks’ new dressing room at GM Place provide a dramatic, modern and functional entrance for players. In this application, two MAGNEO unit are installed side by side for a bi-part application.

Watch a video of the door operating.

Powered by advanced linear magnetic drive technology (LMD), the MAGNEO sliding door system from DORMA Entrance Systems opens and closes doors with an even gliding action that’s virtually free of sound and friction. To complement the smooth movement, the MAGNEO system’s clean lines and unobtrusive, low-profile header blend seamlessly into the sleek interior design.

MAGNEO is the only sliding door entrance system to utilize LMD technology instead of belts, pulleys, gears or motors. The unparalleled MAGNEO system enables a sliding door to open and close on an electromagnetic “cushion,” reducing wear, noise and maintenance.

(Also: Not pictured are 4 AGILE tempered glass sliding door units units from DORMA Glas installed in the executive offices of the Vancouver Canucks.)

New DORMA C500 Series Grade 2 Locksets offer performance, affordability

REAMSTOWN, Pa. (September 23, 2009) – Combining outstanding performance, affordability and more, DORMA Architectural Hardware’s new C500 Series Locksets feature a high-performance cylindrical chassis for applications requiring ANSI A156.2 Series 4000 Grade 2 products.

The key-in-lever locksets offer two ADA-compliant lever designs (radiused and angular), four standard finishes and two optional finishes to meet a wide range of aesthetic demands and applications, including hotels, apartments, churches, municipal buildings, retail complexes, offices and warehouses. They are available in 10 different lock functions to accommodate an assortment of privacy, security and access needs.

Constructed of steel, stainless steel, and precision castings for superior strength, durability, and corrosion resistance, C500 Series Locksets include special auxiliary support springs to insure smooth operation and long life. The locksets have an optional through-bolted chassis for additional strength and increased resistance to vibration.

DORMA C500 Series lockets are easy to install in wood and hollow metal doors with ANSI A115 preparations for cylindrical locks. They are readily adjustable for doors from 1-3/8″ to 1-13/16″ thick.

The locksets are available with DORMA’s patented serialized key control (SKC) system, a concept that creates key control through a national network of authorized key makers using a web-based tracking system. The innovative SKC program uses keys that are laser engraved with unique serial numbers, allowing DORMA-approved hardware distributors and locksmiths to stock key blanks and use them in support of factory keyed projects

The DORMA C500 Series products are U.L. and C.U.L listed and three-hour fire rated. They carry a one-year comprehensive mechanical warranty.

For more information about the C500 Series Locksets, call (800) 523-8483 or visit www.dorma-usa.com.

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.

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DORMA tour on state-wide video network

DORMA Group North America is being featured this month on the Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) show, “Tours,” which offers an inside view of various companies and attractions in the commonwealth. The video offers insight into DORMA’s philosophies regarding quality control, lean manufacturing and environmentally responsible practices. Go to PCN’s website www.pcntv.com  for future air dates.

DORMA products impressive on Novo Nordisk HQ

An impressive, $20 million expansion at the Novo Nordisk five-story headquarters in Princeton, N.J., features several DORMA products. The project includes 141 top hung sliding glass doors with ½” tempered clear glass. DORMA’s sleek AG 150 slide hardware, along with a hook lock center housing in a clear anodized finish, was selected for the doors to ensure effortless operation, while concealing the operating mechanism for a minimalistic appearance.

Twelve tempered all glass conference room swing entrance doors consisted of Doralco 4” square top and bottom style doors with DORMA RTS 88 concealed overhead closers.

Read more in a news release from fabricator by JE Berkowitz.