Invisible Hinges: Innovations in Door Hardware
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Considering door hardware early in the design process enhances the aesthetics and functionality of a space. Invisible hinges balance durability, security, and ease of use without detracting from the design. This course examines standard invisible hinges as well as those for fire-rated and closer doors, and offers guidance on specification and installation. Case studies demonstrate the array of invisible hinge applications, and innovative door hardware solutions for powered entry and ADA compliance are presented.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Compare the features and benefits of invisible hinges to other common hinge types in terms of aesthetics, durability, security, and occupant safety.
- Define hinge types available for standard, fire-rated, and fire-rated closer applications to meet building code requirements.
- Discuss how to specify and install invisible hinges of the correct size, number, and spacing to safely support and allow proper movement of standard doors and doors with added material on the pull side door face.
- Recall applications and case studies that exemplify safety/security for occupants and contents, innovative design, luxury residential/hospitality design, and specialty uses.
- Describe trends and innovations in door hardware including power transfer invisible hinges and ADA-compliant push/pull latches that are ergonomic and easy to use.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Deidre F. Whitman on behalf of SOSS Door Hardware. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Deidre F. Whitman
Title: Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SOSS Door Hardware
Background: Deidre Whitman is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for SOSS Door Hardware and celebrates seventeen years with the company this year. She graduated from Lourdes University with her bachelor’s degree in 2010. Her career with SOSS started with order processing and customer service, eventually leading to outside sales and sales management. Deidre has also been involved with research and development and bringing new SOSS products to market. She enjoys learning how she can help solve design roadblocks and teaching people how SOSS Door Hardware can help them bring their projects to life. She believes in the quality of SOSS Invisible Hinges and the value SOSS Door Hardware products bring to people and their projects.
