Oxford Brookes University has chosen invisible Gilgen under-floor door drives and glazed sliding doors for their impressive new extension.
Project summary
Industry:
Education
Requirement:
Seamless integration with architectural design whilst improving access.
Products:
SL35 Bi-parting Automatic Doors
SL35 Underfloor Operators
FD20 Swing Door Operators
Quantity:
9 sliding door systems & 6 Swing Doors
Working with the main contractors, GDUK Door Solutions installed a total of nine bi-parting sliding door systems and five FD20 swing door operators over the project. The new building provides 24,000m² of new accommodation, including a new library, lecture theaters, student services, teaching accommodation, and commercial/retail space designed by Design Engine.
The bi-parting doors and unique under-floor operators have been used to provide access to various areas around the building and were specified for a neater, more aesthetic appearance, enabling a seamless transition into the glazed panels above the doors.
The Gilgen FD20 swing door operators provide automatic opening of structurally glazed doors and can also be found at various access points around the building, providing further reliable access in busy areas.
The Gilgen under-floor operator is mounted below floor level and is hidden by a removable cover. This enables unrestricted design possibilities. The operator can be used with a variety of door designs, including all-glass and slim profiles, ensuring a sophisticated, harmonious appearance to match today’s modern design requirements.
GDUK Door Solutions offers an extensive range of underfloor and traditional transom-mounted packages. For further information, please contact GDUK head office.
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