An Introduction to Custom Balanced Doors
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Ellison Bronze invented the balanced door in 1927, and continues to be recognized as the world leader in the design and production of balanced doors. Headquartered in Jamestown, New York, Ellison combines state of the art manufacturing technology with old world craftsmanship to produce the widest variety of custom balanced doors available today. Ellison manufactures bronze balanced doors, stainless steel balanced doors, all glass balanced doors with or without narrow stile metal trim, and aluminum balanced doors as well.
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User Comments
“interesting course on balanced doors. very informative on the concept and design of balanced door systems and their application to ada codes” - joseph, 5/9/2013
“A good introduction but does not address a few concerns....such as thermal breaks and applications on exposed finished concrete floors.” - daryl, 4/25/2013
“Good compare and contrast with other door options. Good detail analysis.” - John, 1/26/2013
“Enjoyed the clear and concise explanation. Good use of visual aids to help emphasize the operational aspects.” - Robert, 12/31/2012
“Very detailed explanation of balanced door systems, their design requirements and operation.” - Jonathan, 12/28/2012
“great presentation” - Howard, 12/27/2012
“Very helpful, why haven't we been using Balanced doors???” - Don, 12/27/2012
“well donw” - John, 10/26/2012
“Excellent, very comprehensive. Could have a short note on exactly what to specify from a performance specifications standpoint, if necessary.” - Gail, 10/22/2012
“Excellent and informative presentation. I very much appreciate the company CEO actually giving the presentation and being able to both see and hear him as he does so. His command of the information and obvious enthusiasm for the product is a very refreshing change from the detached and monotone voice which usually gives the information in a rather sterile delivery. Good job!!” - Lawrence, 9/25/2012