What else is this system called?
A pivot door is also searched for as a pivoting door, axis door or pivot-hinge door. It should not be confused with automatic revolving doors: a pivot door is a single leaf that opens around an axis.
Door Turning on an Axis
Pivot Door
A door whose leaf turns around pivot points at the bottom and top. The usable leaf size is determined by calculating the chosen hardware and the door construction.
- Bottom and top pivot axis
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What Is a Pivot Door and How Does It Work?
A pivot door is a door whose leaf turns around pivot points at the bottom and top. The usable leaf size and weight are determined by calculating the chosen pivot hardware, the door construction and the mounting surface.
We confirm the opening direction and threshold detail that suit the project from your measurements.
Pivot Axis
The leaf does not hang on hinges at its edge; it turns around a pivot axis at the bottom and top. Where the axis sits on the leaf is decided in the design.
- Bottom and top pivot point
- Opening direction is decided in the design
- The threshold detail is chosen to suit the use
Hardware Selection
The pivot hardware is chosen for the size and weight of the leaf; the selected model is stated in the quotation.
Material and Lock
Leaves are available in aluminium, glass or composite panel. The lock system is determined by the selected model and where it is used.
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Advantages
Advantages of the Pivot Door
What sets a pivot door apart is that the leaf turns around an axis. It is used as an entrance door or as the access element in winter garden and terrace enclosure projects.
What determines the size?
The usable leaf size and weight are determined by calculating the pivot hardware, the door construction and the mounting surface. That is why the size is confirmed after measurement and design.
- The leaf turns around a bottom and top pivot axis
- Opening direction and threshold detail are decided in the design
- Hardware is chosen for the size and weight of the leaf
- Aluminium, glass and composite panel options
- The lock system depends on the model
- Planned together with winter garden and terrace enclosure projects
- Warranty scope stated in the written quotation and warranty document
Technical Specifications
Pivot Door Technical Specifications
The table below shows the components of the system and the options. Dimensions, loads and performance values depend on the selected model and the project; profile section and connection details are calculated separately for each project.
| Movement | The leaf opens around a pivot axis at the bottom and top |
|---|---|
| Pivot hardware | The hardware is chosen for the size and weight of the leaf; the selected model is stated in the quotation. |
| Material options | Aluminium, glass, composite panel |
| Glass and profile section | The glass and profile section are chosen for the span, the safety requirement and the selected model. |
| Feasible dimensions | Feasible dimensions are confirmed from your measurements and the structural design. |
| Thermal performance | Thermal performance depends on the glass, profile and junction details being chosen together. |
| Lock | The lock system is determined by the selected model and where it is used |
|---|---|
| Surface and colour | Electrostatic powder coating, RAL colour range, wood-texture finish |
| Warranty | Warranty scope and periods are stated per product and component in the written quotation and the warranty document. |
| Documents | The conformity and test documents that apply to the product are shared at the quotation stage. |
All specifications (10)
| Lock | The lock system is determined by the selected model and where it is used |
|---|---|
| Surface and colour | Electrostatic powder coating, RAL colour range, wood-texture finish |
| Warranty | Warranty scope and periods are stated per product and component in the written quotation and the warranty document. |
| Documents | The conformity and test documents that apply to the product are shared at the quotation stage. |
Opening direction and threshold
We show the opening direction and threshold detail that suit the project in the drawing.
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Pricing
How Are Pivot Door Prices Set?
A pivot door cannot be priced from a ready-made list; dimensions, material, hardware and installation conditions differ on every project.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pivot Doors
What is the difference between a pivot door and a hinged door?
On a hinged door the leaf hangs on hinges at its edge. On a pivot door the leaf turns around an axis at the bottom and top.
How large can a pivot door be?
The usable leaf size and weight are determined by calculating the chosen pivot hardware, the door construction and the mounting surface. Feasible dimensions are confirmed after measurement and design.
Does a pivot door provide thermal insulation?
Thermal performance depends on the glass, profile and junction details being chosen together. The conformity and test documents that apply to the product are shared at the quotation stage.
What materials is it made from?
Leaves are available in aluminium, glass and composite panel. Surface and colour are stated in the quotation.
How is the threshold handled?
The threshold detail and opening direction are decided per project and assessed together with the floor and the mounting surface.
What is the warranty on a pivot door?
Scope and conditions are stated in the written quotation and the warranty document.
Further detail and alternative names(1)
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- Quote from your measurements and photos
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- Manufacturing and installation by our own team
- Warranty scope stated in the written quotation and warranty document
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