The Novoferm guide
Tips and tricks for garage doors
THE ADVANTAGES OF SWING GATES
THAT'S WHY THEY ARE A GOOD CHOICE!
Hinged garage doors are not as common as sectional doors or overhead doors. However, swing doors are the ideal solution if the garage is used as storage for tools or garden implements, as a hobby room or for bicycles and other leisure accessories. Other possible uses for swing gates are warehouses, factories, airports, multi-storey car parks or public buildings. If the swing gate has two leaves, it is particularly suitable for controlled access to a property or site.
Users particularly appreciate the advantages of swing gates:
- smaller footprint than sliding gates
- ease of operation, especially if the swing gate is operated electrically
- rapid installation
- effective burglary protection, which can be further enhanced by a locking system
- high weather resistance, such as protection from wind, rain and snow.
HOW DO SWING GATES WORK: HOW DO THEY OPEN AND CLOSE?
A hinged garage door can be installed so that the leaves open inwards or outwards. If the swing door has two leaves, the door consists of an inactive leaf and an active leaf with a handle and lock. If only the active leaf is opened, the inactive leaf is securely locked at the top and bottom with a latch.
During opening and closing, the door leaves rotate around a vertical axis. With a manual operator, the swing gate is simply and easily operated by hand. If you wish to operate the swing gate electrically, you can open and close it with a remote control or via an app.
THESE OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR SWING GATE MATERIALS
Whether sectional doors, overhead doors, roller doors or swinging garage doors, all garage doors from Novoferm are available in different materials and with different surfaces. High-quality workmanship ensures that your garage is not only protected by a swing door, but that it also visually integrates with the property and adds value.
At Novoferm you can obtain hinged garage doors in the following finishes:
- Painted surfaces with final coating in Super-Colour or RAL
- foil-coated surfaces in Mahogany, Golden Oak, Dark Oak, Night Oak or Winchester
- textured surfaces with final coating in the colours Satin Grey, Satin Dark Grey, Satin White or Satin Brown
INSTALLING SWING GATES: WHAT ARE THE IMPORTANT STEPS AND CONSIDERATIONS?
If you want to install a hinged door for your garage, you must first think about the direction in which you want the door leaves to open. Opening outwards allows you to make better use of the garage space. Doors that open inwards reduce the interior space, but offer more space in front of the garage.
You can get hinged doors for your garage in many individual colours, patterns, surfaces and designs, as well as with or without glass. In this way, the garage swing door blends in perfectly with the building. To ensure that the operator of the swing door runs smoothly, the doors are equipped with stable 3D hinges that allow the swing door to be adjusted easily and precisely. The 3D hinges are also available in the same colour as the swing door for an additional charge.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF SWING GATES
Hinges are an important component of swinging garage doors. It makes no difference whether the swing gate is operated electrically or manually. Check the hinges regularly and ensure that they are always well lubricated. At the same time, you can check the stability of the gate and clean the bottom rail if necessary.
To ensure that the garage door closes securely, Novoferm doors are equipped with a gas pressure damper to ensure the final position, available with or without a closing mechanism. Check the gas pressure damper at regular intervals and have any damage repaired by a specialist company. The same applies to the operator of the swing gate, especially if the gate is operated electrically.
PROVEN QUALITY FOR SWINGING GARAGE DOORS FROM NOVOFERM
At Novoferm you will find a wide selection of swinging garage doors in numerous designs, surfaces and colours. High-quality aluminium construction with 45 mm insulation guarantees maximum weather resistance and security.
Contact us if you would like to know more about Novoferm swinging garage doors. Our specialist advisors will contact you immediately or send you detailed information material or the brochure for architects and planners. Let us advise you on Novoferm swinging garage doors if you are looking for an exceptional, customised garage door!
