British designed and manufactured, Powermatic controlled, concealed door closers have become the specifier’s choice for a wide variety of projects thanks to the fact that they are totally invisible when the door is closed.
Available in standard and Free Swing versions, Powermatic door closers meet all relevant fire and accessibility requirements, making them ideal for a wide range of fire and non-fire door applications. It is, however, their concealment which sets them apart from ordinary door closing devices.
The most obvious benefit of concealment is the ability to enable designers to retain a clean, unhindered appearance to the door, without intrusion from the unsightly control boxes and mechanical arms that are unavoidable with surface-mounted devices.
A must for projects where aesthetics are paramount, such as hotels, luxury apartments and heritage projects, it is also highly desirable in mental health, care home and social housing projects, where a more homely, less institutionalised atmosphere is valued for its contribution towards the healing process as well as the well-being and comfort of patients and residents.
The benefits of concealment also go far beyond aesthetic considerations:
A reduced opportunity for the door closer to be vandalised improves reliability of the door to close when needed, particularly important in times of emergency.
Powermatic door closers are also eminently suitable for anti-ligature applications, as well as for use in areas that are not constantly monitored, but where the risk of ligature might be considered present, for example in educational and health facilities.
And, finally, the absence of significant horizontal surfaces minimises exposure to germs and detritus, enhancing hygiene and simplifying cleaning.
Powermatic also boasts a plethora of technical performance credentials which make the closer ideal for a wide variety of buildings. These include CE marking, Certifire approval and the ability to enable doors to comply with Approved Document M of the Building Regulations and BS 8300.
These added benefits, combined with excellent performance, are adding to the attraction of Powermatic across all sectors of the building industry, including schools, hospitals, social housing, hotel, leisure and commercial developments.