Author Archives: helen

Geze Slimdrives?

Posted on 5th August 2010 by helen

Q: (from Nick) I need a Geze Slimdrive EMD F-IS double swing operator with motion detectors. A: (from Doorstuff) Although we ARE Geze distributors, we don’t currently supply automatic door operators.  Can I refer you to Geze themselves, you can … Continue reading →

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A fire escape door with a micro switch for an alarm?

Posted on 14th July 2010 by helen

Q: (from Simon) I am the caretaker of a school.  There is a door which must be a fire escape door in a wing of the school which is seldom used.  If it is opened in any non-fire related event, … Continue reading →

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Recommend a door closer?

Posted on 3rd June 2010 by helen

Q: (from Guy) I need a door closer that is hidden or discreet and that closes softly [probably hydraulic?] to fit an old georgian 4-panel door and frame.  The problem is the door is slammed it will crack shower tiles … Continue reading →

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Identify an Exidor panic bar assembly?

Posted on 13th April 2010 by helen

(from Peter) Q: I need to replace a damaged Exidor panic bar assembly for a Tesco’s store. I do not know which model it is so I have included a photo to help identify it. (from Doorstuff) A: It’s an … Continue reading →

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I’m looking for a door closer for a balcony door that opens out. Since we have blinds on the inside the closer would ideally be on the outside so would need to be weatherproof (very exposed position). Also need a hold open just past 90 degrees. What would you recommend?

Posted on 7th April 2010 by helen

To fit a door closer outside on the pull (hinges visible) side of the door is not a problem.  Corrosion resistance like this can only be achieved with a “Wetroom” finish.  I’d recommend FIRSTLY EITHER:- a Geze TS4000 body only … Continue reading →

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High security emergency exit pad/bar for a heavy duty exterior gate?

Posted on 14th March 2010 by helen

(from Dale) Q: I’m looking for a high security emergency exit pad/bar that I can fit to a heavy duty exterior gate.  Do you have a latch product that would be suitable? (from Doorstuff) A: You might consider the 700 … Continue reading →

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Recommend a fire door closer?

Posted on 4th February 2010 by helen

(from Bob) Q: On behalf of the Residents Association for a 2 storey (3 floor) block of flats built in 1968, we are thinking of replacing all of the original flat front doors (which give on to the common stair … Continue reading →

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“Arrow” series 400 slide arm door closer?

Posted on 17th January 2010 by helen

Q: (from Lee) I am looking to replace an “arrow” series 400 slide arm door closer but have been unable to find a supplier, are you able to help? A: (from Doorstuff) I’m sorry, we do not stock Arrow door … Continue reading →

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