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| Location | DE |
| Reference year | 2014 |
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| Use advice for data set | Scope: The declaration and the background LCA represent DORMA's RTS 85, RTS 88, and BTS 84 Series concealed door closers. Raw materials and components are provided by suppliers and shipped to DORMA, where the closers are manufactured and assembled at DORMA facilities in Suzhou, China. The RTS and BTS differ in how they are mounted to the door (floor versus frame), but are otherwise identical products. System boundary: Type of EPD: cradle-to-gate - with options. The following modules were considered in the analysis: Product stage: Raw material supply (A1) Inbound transport (A2) Manufacturing (A3) Construction process stage: Distribution (A4) Installation (A5)End-of-life stage: Disposal (C4)Beyond system boundaries: Reuse, recovery, recycling potential (D) |
| Technical purpose of product or process | The RTS 85, RTS 88, and BTS 84 Series offer an aesthetically pleasing solultion and are well-suited for use in moveable partitions and toughened glass doors, along with aluminum, wood, and hollow metal frames. The closers can be used for retrofit applications to replace surface-mounted closers. They are not intended for use in fire or smoke doors. |
| Classification number | 7.7.01 |
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| General comment on data set | DORMA's RTS 85, RTS 88, and BTS 84 Series concealed door closers offer a solution for installations where door control must be provided without disturbing aesthetic appearance or compromising durability. They can be installed a number of different configurations, including in standard, narrow or wide door frames, as well as with left-hand or right-hand single- or double-action mounting. The closers are designed for a wide variety of doors and represent an excellent alternative to surface-mounted closers. A comprehensive selection of accessories ensures that they can be used successfully with a wide variety of door constructions and floor coverings. Product benefits include: For the trade: Just one body for all types of fixing. Low inventory and minimal stocking requirements thanks to unit packs for closer bodies and accessories. Reliability and a dependable design provide long lasting performance without the visual obtrusiveness of a surface mounted closer. For the installer: Easy installation allows installers to be more productive with their time, especially because the majority of the preparation can be done prior to the installation of the unit. No floor preparation is necessary in the case of frame-mounted closers. Additionally, the "zero" position for double action doors is easy to adjust and closers are available with a comprehensive range of accessories. For the architect: Provides an aesthetically pleasing solution, especially for toughened glass doors, and is ideal for shop fitting applications. For the user: Avoids cluttering of door appearance, and backcheck prevents door contact with the frame. Closing mechanism allows for smooth performance with adjustable speed and is adjustable to accommodate traffic and weather changes. |
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| Data set valid until | 2019 |
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| Technology description including background system | DORMA's RTS 85, RTS 88, and BTS 84 Series concealed door closers offer a solution for installations where door control must be provided without disturbing aesthetic appearance or compromising durability. They can be installed a number of different configurations, including in standard, narrow or wide door frames, as well as with left-hand or right-hand single- or double-action mounting. The closers are designed for a wide variety of doors and represent an excellent alternative to surface-mounted closers. A comprehensive selection of accessories ensures that they can be used successfully with a wide variety of door constructions and floor coverings. Technical data: The concealed door closers employ a cam and roller mechanism, and are capable of controlling interior and exterior doors. They are non-handed, with a single closer for both single and double-acting doors. Users can adjust closing speed and optionally take advantage of mechanical hold-open points. Certifications include /ISO 9001/. Declared unit: The declared unit of this analysis is one concealed door closer. |
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