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H Rmann High Speed Sectional Doors Keep Things Moving At Audi

Helping to accelerate the movement of vehicles through a busy handover bay, six high speed sectional doors from Hörmann UK have been installed at Audi in Bradford. The installation was carried out by Hörmann partner Crucial Engineering and formed part of a retrofit programme, with the new doors being chosen specifically as they provide high speed operation, security, and excellent thermal efficiency.

Replacing a previous complex installation of a sectional door plus a high-speed door fitted to each entrance and exit, the installation of the Hörmann doors solved the operational issues created by this set up and provided Audi with a simple, fast solution. Three ALR F42 aluminium glazed doors were installed at the entrance to the handover bay, with three SPU F42 sectional doors being fitted to the exits.

Constructed from a lightweight, panels bringing maximum light into the working environment and creating an unimpeded view. The glazing panels include the unique Hörmann DURATEC coating which protects the panes from scratching and damage caused by cleaning over the long-term, providing a permanently clear view. The SPU F42 sectional doors have a hardwearing Stucco textured interior finish, with a micro grain exterior creating an elegant surface finish to complement the buildings modern façade. The doors are all coated with RAL 9006 White aluminium.

All six doors are fitted with the new Hörmann WA500 operator which enables the doors to operate at an impressive, market leading door travel speeds of up to 1 m/s, helping to speed up operations and retain heat within the building. Optimised track radii and enlarged rollers result in quieter door operation together with improved stability leading to low wear and smoother door travel.

Paul Van Heeswyk, Managing Director at Crucial Engineering comments, “A key factor for the specification of the Hörmann sectional doors for this project was speed. There is no other sectional door on the market that operates at these speeds, so it was the obvious door of choice. For Audi being able to have clear vision panels was also a factor as natural light in the handover bays is a must.” For further information on Hörmann UK’s visit Industrial Sectional Doors Industrial Doors from Hörmann (hormann.co.uk) or call 01530 516868

Streamlined Automatic Access For Spa Guests

At the new £4.3m luxury spa, Breedon Priory in Derbyshire, access specialist TORMAX was contracted by Smart Aluminium Ltd to install their sophisticated bi-parting automatic sliding door system to the rear of the building, giving guests effortless access out onto a wellappointed sundeck.

Delivering an unobtrusive solution, TORMAX recommended their Windrive 2201 door operator. Housed in a neat casing measuring just 142mm x 100mm, the discreet Windrive blends seamlessly with the contemporary yet sumptuous interior décor of the spa.

“It is always great to be involved in a highend project such as The Spa at Breedon Priory,” comments Simon Roberts, MD for TORMAX. “The view out through the set of double automatic doors to the outdoor terrace and tranquility gardens will be an obvious enticement to spa guests, who would expect nothing less than for the doors to slide soundlessly open as they approach.”

In addition to treatment rooms, a restaurant and small shop the 1,344m high-end spa also includes a wellbeing suite with thermal cabins, relaxation lounges, an indoor vitality pool, ice fountain and experience showers, plus two beautiful outdoor infinity pools.

Guests are encouraged to make use of the heated outdoor pool all year round, but it is essential that the ambient temperature inside the spa is maintained, keeping guests warm and comfortable.

Helping reduce heat-loss from the building, simple two-key programming of the TORMAX operator allows staff to easily change the speed at which the automatic doors open and close, efficiently helping to keep the warm air in on chillier days. www.tormax.co.uk