Door Closers
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What Is a Door Closer?
A Door Closer is a mechanical device designed to automatically closes a door after it has been opened. It controls the door's closing speed and force, ensuring secure and smooth closure without slamming or being left open. This makes door closers essential components for safety, security, energy efficiency and accessibility in buildings.
Door Closers operate by storing the energy applied when opening the door in a spring mechanism. When released, this energy pushes the door back to the closed position. The closing motion is controlled by a hydraulic or pneumatic damper that regulates the speed and force, preventing damage and noise. Adjustable settings usually allow for controlling closing speed, latching speed, backcheck (to slow door opening) and delayed action.
Why does your building need door closers?
A door closer performs critical functions in building safety, security and accessibility.
By ensuring a door shuts fully and properly, a door closer is a vital tool for building security and in slowing the spread of fire and smoke.
Door closers also help to improve the energy efficiency and sustainability performance of a building, by creating an effective thermal seal between the interior and outside.
Installing the right door closer reduces the hurdles to building use faced by many people with mobility challenges. It enables comfortable, barrier-free access for everyone – no matter their size, age, strength, dexterity or abilities.
What makes ASSA ABLOY door closers different?
Our long history of innovation and expertise in door solutions helps us to design and manufacture door closers for every type of building – in more than 150 countries worldwide.
Advanced engineering and rigorous testing ensure we always deliver a door closer you can trust. Our entire range is fire door and relevant EN standard compliant – with high corrosion resistance and durability.
With an ASSA ABLOY solution, doors become comfortable to open. They provide more ergonomic operation for everyone who passes through.
Your building is safer – protected against fire, smoke and unauthorized entry. It is a pleasure for everyone to use.
Door closers for almost any application
Our wide range of door closers are suited to indoor and outdoor use as well as for doors made from any material and for almost any application.
Door closers for interior doors generally require less closing force than door closers for exterior doors, which tend to be heavier.
In addition, door closers for external doors must resist climate and weather. Our door closers perform reliably even when your building entrance is impacted by extreme temperatures or heavy rain or snow.
The type of door closer for an internal door also depends on the application. Should the door close silently? Should the door closer be integrated invisibly with an inner door? Do you have to deal with a door which is part of a security system? There is an ASSA ABLOY door closer to meet your needs.
The Complete Guide to Door Closers: Ensuring Safety, Security & Smooth Operation
In any building, security, safety and smooth door operation are vital. This is where a reliable door closer becomes indispensable. Whether it is a commercial office, residential complex or industrial facility, having the best door closer protects spaces effectively while maintaining convenience. As the top door closer brand in India, ASSA ABLOY offers superior quality door closers engineered for durability, fire safety compliance and accessibility. This guide delves into what door closers are, their types and features, benefits and how to choose the best quality door closer tailored for your needs.
Types of Door Closers
Understanding these types helps in choosing the best door closer for specific building needs.
Surface Mounted Door Closer
The most common type mounted visibly on the door or frame. Variations include:
- Regular Arm: Mounted on the pull side of the door.
- Parallel Arm: Mounted on the push side for a neater look.
- Top Jamb: Mounted on the frame above the door on the push side.
When it comes to choosing the best door closer in India, understanding the different types and their features is essential for finding the right fit. Surface mounted door closers are the most commonly used type, installed visibly on the door or frame. They offer adjustable closing and latching speeds to ensure smooth and secure operation, making them suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial doors.
Concealed Door Closer
Installed hidden within the door, frame or even floor at times, these closers are favored for aesthetics and clean installation.
When seeking a cleaner aesthetic, concealed door closers are installed within the door, frame or floor, making them virtually invisible. Concealed door closers provide the same reliable performance as other types but are favored in high-end commercial spaces, heritage buildings and places where design is a priority.
Cam-Motion® Door Closers
Uses cam and roller mechanisms to reduce the force required to open the door.
Another specialized type is the cam action door closer, which uses a cam and roller mechanism to reduce the effort needed to open doors. This type is particularly useful in environments where accessibility is critical, such as care facilities, allowing easier entry without sacrificing control.
How to Choose the Right Door Closer
Choosing the correct spring size ensures smooth operation without excessive force.
Selecting the best door closer in India requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure the chosen device meets the door’s functional and safety needs. First, assess the door size and weight since door closers are rated by spring sizes, typically from EN 2 to EN 6, which correspond to the door’s width and weight.