Door closers are an important part of architectural ironmongery.
From a health and safety perspective, installing door closers can help prevent the spread of fire, smoke, heat and gas. They can essential and must conform to building regulations such as the EU Constructions Products Directive.
Concealed door closers – those that are placed within the frame of the door, rather than an external, surface-mounted device – are popular in public buildings such as schools, care homes and hospitals.
Having hidden door closers installed brings a number of benefits compared to non-concealed units.
First, with the mechanism being fitted flush in the frame, the danger of vandalism is greatly reduced. This can save costs, reduce the inconvenience from a door potentially being out of action, and improve safety.
In a health or social care environment, frame concealed door closers can help improve hygiene. With a reduction in exposed surfaces there’s less chance of bacteria being retained, while their low mounting position on the door means they are much easier to clean and maintain.
Note, however, that if an architectural ironmongery installation uses a floor spring closer instead of a frame concealed closer, exposure to moisture from outside weather elements or routine mopping is possible. In these cases, special added inspections are important.
Concealment can also have a psychological benefit when placed in buildings such as care homes. By being out of sight, they reduce the potential for people feeling ‘institutionalised’ when they would otherwise see them – leading to a homelier atmosphere that promotes comfort and well-being.
An effective concealed door closer needs to be slim, but at the same time be enough to withstand the high pressures that will they will encounter.
The Ryobi range has potentially the finest effective frame concealed door closers on the market, such as the CO-50 and COU-50 series.
Ryobi is the world leader in aluminium die-casting and door closer design. The CO-50 and COU-50 have both been designed to the highest standards using state-of-the-art production methods and manufactured using a high silicon aluminium alloy that combines superb strength with low friction.
These concealed door closers are designed to work on a wide range of door specifications – standard and top jamb installations are possible, as well as centre pivots for single or double action doors – and are compact, reliable and durable.
They also have speed and hydraulic controls, as well as a backcheck function that slows (or in some cases stops) the door from being thrown open violently and causing damage.
There are a number of different variations when it comes to concealed door closers.
Here at JBAI, we work with clients such as contractors and installers to understand what they are trying to achieve, then recommend the correct make or model of door closer based on the specific requirements or functions needed.
Our door closers and floor springs are available in a variety of models, from basic to high performance closers, all at a realistic price.
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