The design of the garage is impossible to imagine without a gate. They are often made on their own. In this case, they usually have a swing system. However, such solutions can also be purchased ready-made. They are presented for sale in a wide range. Among others - sectional gate "Herman", which will be discussed below.
Sizes
The gates described above are made today in a variety of options. Among others, standard sizes should be highlighted, they vary from 2250 x 1875 mm to 6000 x 2250 mm. As an example, consider the EPU 40 with dimensions of 2500 x 2125 mm. This option is one of the leaders in sales in Russia. This pattern is natural, because the ratio of quality and price is at a high level.
As for operation, it surprises with reliability and ease. It is based on sandwich panels made of two steelsheets with cured polyurethane between them. The thickness of the panel is 20 mm, and in the place where the sections are connected to each other - 42 mm. This design keeps the garage warm and makes the operation of the system safe and quiet. The dimensions of Hermann sectional doors can be 2750 x 2250 mm. The thickness remains the same as in the above option. You can choose from different types of corrugations, which differ in height. The price changes depending on this.
Device Features: Design Types
Sectional doors from the manufacturer "Herman" are offered for sale in several types of designs. The guides may have a spring extension or a torsion spring system. In the first case, the maximum web width reaches 3000 mm, in the second - 6000 mm.
Equal distance between the corrugations is ensured, so the transitions between the sections are imperceptible. The gates are distinguished by a uniform distribution of corrugations. When closed, the surface remains virtually smooth. On request, side doors can be purchased, which will be made in line with the corrugations of sectional doors.
The design provides for the presence of many details, among them it is necessary to highlight the compensating panel in the lintel zone. It is available for white doors and all surface finishes. At the gate, all components must fit together. For doors with a Silkgrain surface, the manufacturer offers different finishes for the rails. But for a system with a Micrograin surfacethe veneer will be smooth.
From the outside, the steel sections are covered with a layer that protects the material from ultraviolet radiation. It performs another function - it accurately conveys the natural structure of wood. There are 6 surface finishes to choose from. Sectional doors "Herman" also have a plastic guide base, which has anti-corrosion characteristics. Its height is 4 cm and provides protection for the structure in conditions of prolonged dampness.
If the garage is part of a residential building, then the manufacturer offers to purchase gates with high-quality thermal insulation. It is implemented by sealing the guide. The rails are supplied with a black plastic profile. It is easy to install and has a thermal separation between the brick wall and the frame. This improves thermal insulation by 15%. An additional option is a gasket for all sections.
Herman sectional doors can include a wicket door without a threshold, which provides easy access to the garage. Without opening the gate, you can take your garden tools or roll out your bike. If necessary, you can install a stainless steel threshold, the height of which in the center will be 10 mm, and along the edges - 5 mm. This not only makes rolling out easier, but also reduces the risk of tripping. Such gates leave no chance for uninvited guests. When they are closed, safety devices are activated. The locking system is patented. It works even when there is no power supply.
Getting ready
One of the advantages of Herman sectional doors, the dimensions of which were mentioned above, is their versatility. It is expressed in the fact that the design is suitable for an opening of any configuration. It will not take up much space in the room and will securely close the entrance.
To ensure a higher tightness, it is necessary to prepare an opening. The surface must be perfectly flat. This is due to the fact that even the smallest gaps between the load-bearing elements of the gate and the walls will reduce the reliability of fixation and density. The opening must be put in order even before installation, because otherwise the system can be damaged.
If the lining has an unattractive appearance, chips and cracks, the finish should be removed and the opening plastered. When the walls are made of gas silicate or foam block, they are usually reinforced with a steel frame so that the structure does not loosen when moving. Installation of sectional doors "Herman" can be carried out in the opening, which is made of other materials, in this case, you should refuse to install the frame.
For reference
The surface of the walls on both sides of the opening must be in the same plane so that there are no vertical and horizontal deviations. The floor line is also checked using a level. If necessary, it should be leveled, since the tightness of the adjoining edge of the gate will depend on this. The room is cleared of bulky items and appliances, as well as communications. The basics of the design can be assembled onfloor, so there should be enough free space.
Preparation of tools and materials
If you have purchased a Hormann gate, to install it you will need to make markings, as well as make sure that you have accessories, tools and materials, among them should be highlighted:
- measuring tools;
- Phillips screwdriver;
- electric drill;
- pliers;
- drill set;
- wrenches;
- level;
- grinder.
Puncher can be replaced with an electric drill. The gates are equipped with their fasteners. The self-tapping screws are half screwed into the parts, so when installing they will only need to be tightened tightly. The gates are unpacked during preparation and unfolded for assembly. To mark the fixing lines, it is necessary to use a profile bar and attach it horizontally to the wall, stepping back 1 m from the floor.
Installation features
Sectional garage doors "Herman" can be installed independently. An opening for this should be prepared. It is necessary to cut the gaskets and align its geometry. The surface is leveled with bars and slats. The frame is temporarily fixed to the top of the opening.
Next, you can start attaching the horizontal rails. They should be adjusted for parallelism. If you have purchasedoverhead sectional doors "Herman", now you can fix the vertical rails to the frame. Panels must be installed from the bottom up. Cables are fixed to the bottom. Each panel must have rollers.
Specialist recommendation
The tensioner cables should be passed behind the rollers. The top roller is adjustable. It is important to make sure that the structure is not skewed anywhere and does not stick. Cables and springs are connected. The job without prior preparation can be completed in about 5 hours, slowly and without too much fuss.
Conclusion
Gates from the manufacturer "Herman" during installation must be fixed with self-tapping screws from above and below using guides. It is important to take care of strengthening the horizontal profiles. The plastic corner is attached to the guides, and after that all the elements are baited with bolts. At the end of the horizontal profiles, you need to strengthen the retaining bar. The guides are leveled, only after they are tightly fastened with bolts. Under the ceiling, you should get a rectangle of profiles, and the strips should have the same diagonals.
