Architectural
Specifications
Residential Elevator Gate(s) shall be accordion-type, factory finished, with panels
connected continuously along the top and bottom by a steel hardware hinge system.
Individual hinges are to be riveted to those adjoining, and contain stops to maintain a
uniform extended position. Extruded vinyl seals shall securely connect all adjoining
panels top to bottom. Gates shall be suspended by nylon wheels from an aluminum overhead
track. Bottom pins and lead post gib travel in floor guide (by elevator Mfg.). All
necessary hardware and moldings shall be included for normal installation. Note: To comply
with ADA requirements, certain applications may call for specific handle location
placement and accessible finished opening widths. Unique Hardware Hinge System
The Woodfold top and bottom
hardware hinge system eliminates the stretching of the vinyl panel connectors. Our roller
system is riveted to the top steel hardware hinge system allowing doors to "stay
put," whether in the stacked or extended position. This metal hinge system provides
rigidity and strength while the partition or door is fully extended.
Hardware Hinge Colors
Clear finish supplied with Off-white, Chalk and Amethyst doors. Bronze finish supplied
with all others. Gold available at optional cost.
Lead Posts I Visifold Side
Channels
Vertical aluminum components are available in clear anodized, bronze, sand and white as
standard, each is
color coordinated with panel connector finish. Gold available at optional cost.
Panel Connectors (240 Series)
Color-coordinated, extruded vinyl, barbed and imbedded in saw kerfs in panel edges with
special adhesives. Supplied as standard in the following colors: White with Off-white,
Chalk and Amethyst vinyl; Sand with Hardwood Birch and Oak, Birch and Natural Oak Vinyl,
Tan, Tahiti and Rattan vinyl; Brown with all other vinyl or hardwood panels.
Guarantee
Woodfold Residential Elevator Gates are guaranteed against failure resulting from
defective material or workmanship.
Shipping Schedule
All series with factory standard finishes, two weeks. Custom finishes, three weeks after
color approval. All others, "check with factory."
Finish Selections
Natural Hardwood Veneers
Select grade veneers of four popular hardwoods are laminated to 1/4"MDF providing
excellent dimensional stability. Factory finishing with sealer and protective clear
lacquer top-coats minimizes moisture retention and increases panel stability. Standard
hardwoods are: Birch, Oak, Mahogany and Walnut. Custom stain finishes and exotic or
special hardwoods are available with sufficient lead time. Contact our headquarters for
more information.
Vinyl-Lam Wood grains
Eight realistic appearing faux wood finishes are offered. Finishes are laminated to
1/4"medium density fiberboard providing excellent dimensional stability. Wood grain
finishes include: Birch, Natural Oak, Light Oak, Dark Oak, Pecan, Teak, Mahogany and
Walnut. Light Oak finish is available with Class 1 fire-retardant core.
Solid Colors & Textures
Six vinyl finishes are offered. Off-white and Tan and multi-toned Chalk, Tahiti, Rattan
and Amethyst textures. All are laminated to 1/4" MDF providing excellent dimensional
stability. Chalk vinyl finish is available with Class 1 fire-retardant core.
Decorative Laminates
High-pressure decorative laminates from Wilsonart, Pionite, Nevamar and Formica may be
specified. Please advise pattern number and manufacturer.
Acrylic Panels
Visifold gates feature 1/8"thick, transparent, clear or bronze-toned acrylic panels.
Panels can be used alone or in combination with our other standard gate finishes. Other
clear or opaque 1/8" thick panel options are offered by quotation.
Alumifold
Woodfold's Alumifold Gates incorporate our exclusive hinge system with aluminum frame side
channels with clear finished anodized aluminum panels .080" thick. Offered in your
choice of solid or perforated aluminum either can be used alone or in combination with the
other for an aesthetically pleasing and secure elevator gate. |
