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Shop Kawneer offset pivots and replacement storefront door pivot hinges for commercial aluminum and glass entrance doors. Automatic Door and Hardware carries replacement Kawneer top pivots, bottom pivots, offset pivot sets, intermediate pivots, and related pivot hardware for repairing worn, sagging, damaged, or difficult-to-operate commercial storefront doors.
Offset pivots provide the pivoting support that allows a commercial storefront door to swing smoothly while supporting the weight of the door. Worn or damaged pivot hardware can cause door sag, dragging, alignment problems, difficult operation, and improper closing. Replacing worn pivot components can help restore proper door alignment and operation without replacing the complete storefront entrance.
An offset pivot hinge supports a commercial door at pivot points located near the top and bottom of the door rather than using conventional butt hinges along the entire hinge stile. This type of hardware is commonly found on commercial aluminum storefront entrances.
The upper and lower pivot components work together to support the door and establish its swing axis. Because the bottom pivot carries much of the door's load, worn pivot bearings, pins, bushings, or mounting components can have a significant effect on door alignment and operation.
Our Kawneer storefront offset pivot hinge kits provide the hardware needed for compatible commercial glass and aluminum door applications. The pivot system uses upper and lower components to create a durable pivoting point for the door.
Features of compatible Kawneer offset pivot assemblies include:
A typical offset-pivot storefront door uses pivot hardware at both the top and bottom of the door. Each component has a specific function in supporting and guiding the door throughout its swing.
When servicing an older storefront entrance, inspect both the upper and lower pivot locations. Wear at one pivot can affect the alignment of the entire door. Depending on the condition of the existing hardware, replacing the complete pivot set may provide a more complete repair than replacing only one worn component.
Kawneer commercial storefront doors commonly use 3/4-inch offset pivot hardware. The offset describes the relationship between the pivot axis and the door/frame configuration.
Pivot hardware from different storefront systems can appear very similar. Always verify the existing door manufacturer, pivot configuration, handing, dimensions, and mounting pattern before ordering replacement hardware.
Taller commercial storefront doors may require additional support between the upper and lower pivots. A Kawneer intermediate pivot hinge works with the offset pivot system to provide additional support for the door.
Kawneer-compatible intermediate pivots are available in a 3/4-inch offset configuration and can be used to provide additional support on storefront doors exceeding 7 feet in height. The intermediate pivot design is non-handed and incorporates commercial-duty bearing and bushing components.
If your Kawneer storefront door is sagging, rubbing, dragging, or difficult to open and close, worn pivot hardware may be part of the problem. As pivot components wear, the door can settle out of its original alignment.
Replacing worn top pivots, bottom pivots, intermediate pivots, or a complete offset pivot set can be an important part of restoring the door. The complete entrance should be inspected before ordering parts because door alignment issues can also involve the frame, threshold, closer, fasteners, or other hardware.
Kawneer-compatible offset pivot hinge kits are available in aluminum and storefront bronze finishes. Selecting a finish that coordinates with the existing storefront helps maintain a clean and professional appearance after the door has been repaired.
Storefront pivot hinges from different manufacturers can look similar, so it is important to identify your existing hardware before ordering. Do not select a replacement pivot based solely on its general appearance.
Helpful information to verify includes:
A sagging commercial glass door does not automatically mean that the complete door and frame need replacement. If the aluminum door and frame remain serviceable, replacing worn Kawneer pivot hinges may help restore the entrance and extend the usable life of the existing storefront door.
Automatic Door and Hardware supplies replacement commercial storefront hardware for professional repair and maintenance of existing aluminum entrance systems.
Automatic Door and Hardware also carries a complete selection of Kawneer storefront door parts, including replacement locks, handles, flush bolts, thresholds, door closers, exit devices, weatherstripping, bottom sweeps, hinges and additional commercial entrance hardware.
Shop All Kawneer Storefront Door PartsNot sure which Kawneer top pivot, bottom pivot, intermediate pivot, or complete offset pivot hinge kit fits your commercial storefront door? Contact Automatic Door and Hardware for assistance identifying the replacement hardware required for your entrance.
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