Standard “Butt” Hinges
Continuous Hinges
At their core, continuous hinges are long, unbroken hinges that run the entire length of your door, providing a sleek and seamless design. Unlike traditional hinges, which are made of several smaller parts, continuous hinges offer a single-piece construction that delivers extra strength and durability. This even distribution of weight makes them perfect for doors that see a lot of traffic or need to bear heavy loads, ensuring smooth operation for years to come.
Why Choose Continuous Hinges for Your Doors?
Unmatched Strength and Durability
Because continuous hinges run the entire length of the door, they provide much more strength than traditional hinges. The weight of the door is evenly distributed across the hinge, making it much less likely to bend or fail under heavy use. Whether it’s a high-traffic commercial door, a fire-rated door, or a heavy-duty industrial door, continuous hinges are built to last, offering long-term durability and performance.
Smooth, Effortless Operation
Traditional hinges can sometimes cause binding or friction, especially in larger doors. Continuous hinges eliminate this issue. With a continuous, unbroken surface, they provide a smooth, even opening and closing motion, even after years of use. This makes them ideal for frequent door movement, like in hospitals, schools, or any area with high foot traffic.
Security and Tamper Resistance
One of the standout features of continuous hinges is that, whether they are surface or mortise, all fasteners are concealed. This makes them tamper-resistant and provides high security. In fact, it’s much harder for someone to remove or disable the hinge. This makes them a great choice for areas where security is paramount, such as secure buildings, data centers, or restricted areas.
Hinge covers protect the mechanism, improve appearance, and prevent injury from sharp edges.
Sleek and Modern Look
The clean, uninterrupted design of a continuous hinge can enhance the aesthetic of any door. Continuous hinges offer a more streamlined, modern appearance that’s perfect for high-end commercial buildings.
Longer Lifespan
Due to their sturdy construction and ability to evenly distribute weight, continuous hinges generally last longer than traditional hinges. This is particularly advantageous in environments where doors are subject to heavy use, such as commercial spaces, schools, or industrial buildings.
When Should You Use Continuous Hinges?
Continuous hinges are perfect for heavy-duty, high-traffic, and large doors, including commercial, fire-rated, industrial, and exterior doors. Their strength and durability ensure smooth, reliable performance in environments like hospitals, schools, and factories. Made from corrosion-resistant materials like aluminum (with stainless steel options also available), they provide long-lasting support.
Concealed Continuous Hinges, often used in new construction, provide a sleek, minimalist look.
Swing Clear Continuous Hinges
are ideal for hospitals, offering full opening access and improved wheelchair accessibility.
Full Surface Geared Continuous Hinges
provide added support when traditional butt hinges are broken or compromised, and they are cost-effective for retrofitting existing, vintage, or damaged doors.
Retrofitting doors with continuous hinges can extend their lifespan, especially if the door frame or hinges are damaged.
What About Electrified Continuous Hinges?
Electrified continuous hinges provide a seamless solution for integrating access control systems directly into doors, delivering continuous power without the need for external wiring. This eliminates clutter, simplifies installation, and enhances wire security, making them ideal for high-security areas. Electrified hinges ensure smooth, uninterrupted door operation while enabling electronic access management, keeping security systems powered and reliable in high-traffic environments. With their strength, durability, and sleek design, these hinges are the perfect choice for commercial doors. If you’re unsure whether electrified continuous hinges are right for your doors, our team is here to help you find the perfect solution.
In the past, electrified hinges had the wire path running through the door, requiring the entire door to be removed for servicing. Today, continuous hinges are designed to be service-friendly, allowing for easier access and maintenance without the need to remove the door.
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