Door Industry Journal - Summer 2016

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 52 THE door industry journal summer 2016 garage doors feature Hörmann opens the door to more choice with latest product launches When it comes to selecting a new garage door, many homeowners are not aware of the wide array of styles now available on the market, all offering different features, operating systems and finishes. Leading door manufacturer Hörmann is renowned for its extensive product range, flexible approach and high-quality doors. The company has also recently announced a number of new product launches to suit even more fitting situations and budgets. At the start of 2016, the design of the widely popular RollMatic garage door from Hörmann was optimised following the revision of select key components. The changes made will help to improve functionality and efficiency, as well as creating a more durable product. The updated RollMatic still benefits from the latest technology and remains a safe, reliable and space-saving option for homeowners. This newer version was displayed for the first time at the National Homebuilding and Renovating Show held at Birmingham’s NEC earlier this year and was well received by visitors. Installers have also gratefully received a complete redesign of the RollMatic’s packaging. The new modular arrangement and added protection of the fully wrapped curtain mean that the door can be split into individual components for ease of transportation to site in smaller vans. Hörmann has also introduced a new product to its rolling door range, which is set to launch this July. The RollMatic TDL shares many features with a more traditional roller door and provides a cost-effective alternative to the existing RollMatic design. This model utilises a tube motor, which can be fitted either into the barrel or at the side of the opening, thereby