APL has paired with Europe’s leading pivot gear specialists, FritsJurgens, of the Netherlands, to bring to market concealed top-and-bottom pivot mechanisms that transfer panel loads vertically rather than laterally. This design enables stable operation of heavier doors while reducing long-term stress on the surrounding frame.

The FritsJurgens System M+ incorporates advanced Motion Technology, providing precise control over closing speed, latching speed, and damping via an integrated hydraulic backcheck.

These doors can now be upsized to a maximum 500kg panel weight to create dramatic entryways, when specified as pivoting panels. The 56mm Architectural Thermal Platform offers a versatile foundation suitable for both double and triple glazing and can be seamlessly integrated with the APL Architectural 114mm ThermalHeart+ system.

Custom-designed glazed solutions can be paired seamlessly with Solux-E or Solux Ultra low-e glass from APL’s sister company, AGP, helping maintain a comfortable indoor temperature year-round and reducing solar heat gain. Glazed doors up to 3m-high will be well within the capability of this new system.

APL’s Plus range of entrance doors — maximising thermal efficiency — can also accept the FritsJurgen M+ system. This includes the Axis, Latitude and Plasma door formats.

The doors are compatible with morticed and electronic locking systems. Multipoint mushroom locking is also available for enhanced engagement and security.

Because pivot doors are installed in a flush, indoor-outdoor setting, drop seals at head and sill are incorporated to reduce airflow. Adequate weatherproofing requires that external pivot doors are installed in sheltered porches and locations.