A historic institution in Scotland’s capital city, the University of Edinburgh is among Europe’s top-rated higher education providers and a centre of excellence in research. They also own and maintain over 600 buildings around Scotland, from heritage properties to contemporary architecture.
The university wanted to replace its existing Door Closers as part of a drive for quality and standardisation across this estate's portfolio. These had been supplied piecemeal over the years by a range of manufacturers.
Need for highly efficient door closers
The university sought uniformity in the quality and functionality of door closers for many different applications. Criteria for choosing the right solution included product cost-effectiveness examined from a “whole-life” cost-of-ownership perspective, rather than just the initial price.
They needed door controls with high efficiency and low opening forces with full certification coverage (EN 1154 / 1155), from a supplier who could be trusted for ongoing service and specification support.
Test coverage, and transparency
AA Door Closers have been used here for 7 years without a single fault"
“ASSA ABLOY was chosen because we have confidence in the brand, full test coverage, and transparency in the supply chain,” says Cameron Duncanson, Maintenance Coordinator at the University of Edinburgh Estates Department.
The university already had experience with ASSA ABLOY’s products and ongoing service: “AA Door Closers have been used here for 7 years without a single fault,” he adds.
The benefits of Cam-Motion® Door Closer technology
Estates managers were able to choose an appropriate ASSA ABLOY Cam-Motion solution for every opening more than 1500 in total spread across multiple buildings.
The low-profile product design of ASSA ABLOY Cam-Motion Door Closers suits their diverse estate portfolio:
Buildings
Buildings equipped range from refurbished historic properties to the Nucleus, a major new student and staff hub whose first phase will be complete later in 2022.
Universities
Cam-Motion technology is built for demanding environments like universities. Doors shut tight, for security, thermal efficiency, and fire protection. Models across the range meet the university’s certification demands and provide effective fire compartmentation.
Symmetric cam design
In-house staff can adjust the latch and closing speed individually via the easily accessible front-facing valves
Cam-Motion Door Closers’ symmetric cam design allows each model to be fitted to the door or frame, push or pull side, making installation hassle-free.
In-house staff and contractors can adjust the latch and closing speed individually via the easily accessible front-facing valves. The height-adjustable arm system enables later adjustment without cost or time delays.
Valuable experience
“As part of the support package, ASSA ABLOY experts trained staff to install the new Door Closers, which even joiners with decades of experience found valuable,” says Barry Harris, Regional Specification Development Manager at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions.
“The university can continue to rely on ASSA ABLOY Door Closers over their extended lifetime.”