Hinged door systems are the most widely used door type across commercial and institutional construction — reliable, straightforward in operation and suited to a broad range of opening sizes and usage conditions. Single and double leaf configurations are available, with swing direction, hardware selection and glazing specification all configurable to suit project requirements. Hinged systems are commonly specified for building entries, fire egress points, office and amenity access, and architectural home entries where a traditional swinging door configuration is required. Hunter Windows supplies and installs hinged door systems from the AWS Elevate range, available across multiple series configurations to suit panel size, performance requirements and project scale.
Hinged door systems are commonly specified across:
System selection should account for:
Commercial Door (Single Side Beaded)
| Maximum Frame Height* | 3000mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 1200mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤10.38mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.26-0.6 |
| Uw Range | 4.3-6.0 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Light Commercial Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 3000mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 900mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤10.38mm |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
| Maximum Frame Height* | 3000mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤28mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.14-0.54 |
| Uw Range | 3.1-4.0 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Architectural Hinged Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 3000mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 1200mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤28mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.19-0.6 |
| Uw Range | 3.0-6.0 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Thermally Broken Hinged Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 2800mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 1000mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤28mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.16-0.45 |
| Uw Range | 2.6-3.4 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
High Performance Hinged Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 2350mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 900mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.25-0.59 |
| Uw Range | 3.4-6.0 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Thermally Broken Hinged Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 2600mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 900mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤32mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.18-0.47 |
| Uw Range | 2.4-6.2 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Hinged Entry Door
| Maximum Frame Height* | 2350mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 900mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.23-0.56 |
| Uw Range | 3.2-5.9 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Hinged door systems are WERS rated where applicable, providing verified U-value and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) data for use in NCC energy compliance calculations and thermal modelling.
Key energy performance factors for specification:
SHGC and U-value ranges for each series are shown in the Available Range section above. For detailed energy performance data and climate zone guidance, see our WERS & Energy Performance and Thermally Broken Frames resource pages.
Hinged door systems integrate across facade, sector and specification decisions:
Hinged door systems are available in single and double leaf configurations, with inward or outward swing options. Fixed sidelights and fanlights can be incorporated to suit larger opening widths or to increase glazed area around the door. Configuration options vary by series and should be confirmed against opening dimensions and structural conditions.
Yes, with appropriate series and hardware selection. High-traffic commercial applications require heavy-duty hinges, commercial-grade closers and locksets designed to withstand frequent operation. Series selection should reflect anticipated usage frequency and panel weight. Our team can advise on suitable hardware configurations for commercial applications.
NCC accessibility provisions specify minimum clear opening widths, maximum opening forces and hardware height requirements for doors in accessible buildings. Door width, swing direction and hardware selection should all be confirmed against the project’s accessibility obligations. Our team can advise on suitable configurations to support compliance.
Hinged doors are commonly used for fire egress, but hardware and glazing selection must meet relevant BCA fire and egress requirements. Panic hardware, fire-rated glazing and specific closer configurations may be required depending on the fire compartment and egress path designation. These requirements should be confirmed with the project’s building certifier.
Yes. Our team can advise on suitable series, glazing options and hardware configurations for architectural home entry applications, including options for oversized or feature entry doors. Upload drawings or contact us to discuss your project.
For hinged door system selection, accessibility or egress advice, or to submit drawings for review, our team is available to assist.
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