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When it comes to bestsellers the AR1500 door closing device is a benchmark for other door closers on the market. Since its launch in 2005 sales figures for the device have been consistently high. With a trusted reputation and proven track record for durability and longevity, the AR1500 is one of the most popular door closers within the ARRONE range.
Discover below the top features and benefits of the AR1500 and why customers choose it time and time again.
Safety and Security
A door closing device plays an integral part in maintaining the safety and security of building users. In the event of a fire, a firmly closed fire door helps to slow down the effects of flames and smoke, therefore, a device’s reliability should be at the forefront of people’s minds when purchasing.
The reliability of the ARRONE AR1500 door closing device has been proven time and time again. Regular inspections of fire door hardware including a door closing device are not only critical, but they are essential for fire safety and legal requirements. The AR1500 needs only a minimal amount of ongoing maintenance and adjustments (if fitted correctly), offering peace of mind to customers.
Standards and Certification
Performance tested to BS EN 1154 the AR1500 is CE and UKCA marked for door mount pull (fig,1), door mount push (fig, 6), and transom mount pull (fig, 61) applications. Certifire approved, it is also fire tested to BS EN 1634 and assessed for use on 30, 60, and 120 minute timber fire doors – as well as 240 minute insulated steel fire doors.
Functionality and Performance
When choosing the ARRONE AR1500 you can be assured that you are choosing a closer that will perform. The slimline rack and pinion device features an easy to adjust closing speed and latching function with a built-in back check function for the opening cycle.
Ease of Installation and Maintenance
The AR1500 is simple to install and includes easy to follow fitting instructions and a fitting template. Accurate installation is vital with any door closer, even the smallest of errors made during the installation process or poor maintenance can lead to inadequate product performance.
Step by step guidance videos on the installation and maintenance of the AR1500 have been created to provide installers and facilities managers quick and easy access to the information they need, helping to ensure the product is installed quickly, easily, and correctly.
Design and Colour
This slimline closer with radiused cover is available in silver, satin stainless steel, polished stainless steel, and polished brass. Antique bronze, black, dark bronze, and satin brass (plated) are new additions to the AR1500 colour range, making it even easier for designers to match a door closer to a building or renovation project.
Versatility and Suitability
With various fixing positions and colours available HOPPE (UK) has been supplying the AR1500 door closing device to customers in a variety of sectors for many years including:
- Education
- Commercial
- Health and social care
- Leisure and hospitality
- Residential (apartment legislation and fire doors)
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