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Commercial Storefront Door Hardware Reference Guide

Below are common components of commercial storefront door hardware, each accompanied by a visual example.

Door Closer

A hydraulic or spring‑loaded device mounted at the top of the door, controlling closing speed and preventing slamming.

Surface mounted closer
Concealed closer

Pivot Hinges

Common in aluminum storefront doors—either center‑hung or offset pivots. These allow smooth operation without traditional side hinges.

Labeled diagram of double door parts, including astragal, lock, and closer, in Vancouver, BC

Technical illustration showing the hardware components of an aluminum storefront door in Vancouver

Panic Bar / Exit Device

A horizontal bar enabling emergency egress. Pushing the bar unlatches the door—mandatory for code‑compliant exits.

Cylinder Lock / Mortise Lock

A keyed locking mechanism (mortise or rim) integrated into the lock stile, offering secure access control.

A set of keys next to a cylinder lock on a wooden floor in Vancouver, BC.

Labeled diagram of door components, including jambs, lockset, and threshold, in Vancouver, BC

Push/Pull Hardware

Installed on non‑latching doors to facilitate easy opening and protect door surfaces.

Threshold & Sweep

Threshold seals the bottom of the frame, while the sweep (usually rubber/brush) attaches to the door’s bottom to block drafts and debris.

Illustration showing components of a residential door in Vancouver, BC

Stylish black aluminum door frame with a metal frame, situated in Vancouver, BC.

Door Frame & Glass Stop

Includes top rail, bottom rail, hinge stile, lock stile, and the glass stops securing glazed panels within the aluminum frame.

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