Finding the Top Types of Pivot Hinge

Posted by Amazing Doors & Hardware,LLC on February 22nd, 2017

Doors swing apparently smoothly and effortlessly a countless number of times. Behind the smooth movement of the doors, lies a precision and sturdy mechanism designed to work and last long. The hinges on doors determine how smoothly the doors swing open and close. Depending on the type of door, the weight, and the usage, hinges are selected.  We take a look at some of the different types of pivot hinges, with special emphasis on heavy duty models. 

Top type pivot hinges for heavier doors with heavy footfalls

These hinges are popularly installed in doors that are heavier. Installed in the top of the door frame as well as the floor, it takes heavier doors easily. The stress on the hinges is equally distributed, thereby ensuring that the door stays in the right position for long. Additionally, in doors where heavier movement is anticipated, top type pivot hinges help to keep the movement smooth and effortless. 

Self-closing pivot hinges for commercial spaces

Doors in commercial spaces often require to swing in both directions, that is, inwards and outwards.  Additionally, the doors are also required to return to the closed position smoothly and quickly without jerking. Generally, there are two types of hinges relied on for these movements. One is the spring pivot hinge and the other is the gravity pivot hinge. Both of these hinges will swing to the closed position when left free. These hinges also have the option of what is called the “hold open” feature, where the door will remain open when pushed open fully. The former relies on a spring mechanism to swing shut, with adjustable speed of movement.  The latter relies on the weight of the door to spring shut, but without any adjustable feature for speed of movement. 

Center hung pivot hinges for neat look to commercial establishments

Commercial establishments require the doors to be non-handed and to open both ways. The solution to this requirement is the center hung pivot hinge. It allows the door to be non-handed and swing both ways.  The pivot hinge adds to esthetic appeal of the establishment, in that the hinge is mostly concealed with only the floor plate being visible. This helps to give a neat and sophisticated look to the doors. 

Good quality pivot hinges are products of engineering excellence and advanced design. They take the stress of the entire door and operate smoothly without causing sagging or jamming. Choose the best quality hinges that will work effortlessly for long. 

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