Types and Uses
Doors left open are bad news for security, heating bills and noise disturbance; so devices that close a door after someone has opened it or it has been opened automatically are important in the industrial and commercial world. In particular, door closers ensure that fire doors are properly latched and meet regulatory requirements.
A large, heavy door can present a considerable injury risk if not controlled, so care needs to be taken to choose a high quality door closer that is suitable for the task. Criteria to be taken into account include whether it is an interior or exterior door, the volume of traffic through and how much the location is affected by changes in air pressure or strong winds. The amount of resistance in the closer might need to be tailored to allow the door to be opened by elderly or infirm people.
Door closers come in various sizes according to the size of the door, location and application. Aesthetics play a role too and models are available in stainless steel, brass or silver. Most models allow adjustments to the speed of closing.
Where to buy door closers
- GEZE UK Ltd - Blenheim Way, Fradley Park, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 8SY, 01543 443000
- Hafele UK Ltd - Brownsover Road, Swift Valley Industrial Estate, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1RD, 01788 548 899
- Horton Automatics Ltd - Unit A, Hortonwood 31, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 7YZ, 01952 670169
- Axim Architectural Hardware - Unit 5 The Willow Centre, 17 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey, CR4 4NX, 020 8685 9685
- Eagledale - Units K & L, Cavans Close, Binley Industrial Estate, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 2SF, 024 7663 6064
- Lloyd Worrall - Units 10/11, Attercliffe Common Industrial Estate, Fell Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 2AL, 0114 244 3350
- Dictator Engineering Ltd - Inga House, Northdown Business Park, Ashford Road, Lenham, Kent, ME17 2DL, 01622 854770
- Daro Factors Ltd - 80-84 Wallis Road, London, Greater London, E9 5LW, 020 8510 4000
