Building Construction Handbook, Eighth Edition

(Nancy Kaufman) #1
Industrial Doors ~ these doors are usually classified by their
method of operation and construction. There is a very wide range
of doors available and the choice should be based on the following
considerations:-

1. Movement - vertical or horizontal.


  1. Size of opening.

  2. Position and purpose of door(s).

  3. Frequency of opening and closing door(s).

  4. Manual or mechanical operation.

  5. Thermal and/or sound insulation requirements.

  6. Fire resistance requirements.


Industrial Doors

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