Sliding Hardware Systems: More than Utilitarian Engineering

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Sponsored by Hawa Americas Inc.

Learning Objectives:

  1. %IDiscuss the benefits of sliding hardware systems
  2. %IUnderstand applications for sliding hardware applications
  3. %IComprehend the common terminology for Sliding Hardware Systems
  4. %ICompare design considerations of system types, different panel materials and applications
  5. %ISelect a sliding hardware system

Credits:

HSW
1 AIA LU/HSW
Sliding hardware systems allow for flexible, accessible, space-saving solutions. Applications for sliding hardware include glass/wood/metal doors, movable walls, furniture systems as well as sliding shutters used as part of an environmental and design strategy. This course reviews the numerous ins and outs of sliding hardware systems from materials to mounting that will help the design professional achieve quality hardware performance standards.

 

Hawa Group Americas Inc. Hawa Group Americas Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Hawa AG, a Swiss manufacturer of precision sliding hardware for doors, walls, furniture and exterior shutters for over 50 years. Applications include sliding, folding and stacking systems for use with wood, glass and metal doors and walls.

 

Originally published in December 2012

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