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Architectural Hardware Roundup: New Products for Openings from INOX, athmer, dormakaba, Hager, FHC, Sugatsune

architecture-design · 2026-09-15

A recent overview showcases six innovative architectural hardware options for door openings. INOX has unveiled its Art Deco Mechanical Hardware Collection, which modernizes Art Deco aesthetics for high-traffic areas. athmer introduces the Schall-Ex Slide M-12 WS, an automatic drop seal designed for sliding wooden doors, featuring a positive latch, parallel actuation, and a self-leveling system for an even seal. dormakaba presents EasyAssist, a low-energy swing door operator aimed at enhancing accessibility, convenience, and hygiene at entrances. Hager Companies has launched the 8318-KT1 all-in-one operator kit, providing a comprehensive solution for compliant openings. Frameless Hardware Company reveals the HERC-DOOR Self-Closing Door Rail, integrating a concealed closer into a sleek full-length rail. Lastly, Sugatsune America offers the 3-Way Adjustable Concealed Hinge HES3D-E190 and HES3D-W190 in dark gray, designed for modern doors while ensuring precise three-way adjustability.

Key facts

  • INOX offers an Art Deco Mechanical Hardware Collection.
  • athmer's Schall-Ex Slide M-12 WS is an automatic drop seal for sliding wood doors with a positive latch.
  • dormakaba's EasyAssist is a low-energy swing door operator.
  • Hager Companies' 8318-KT1 is an all-in-one operator kit for compliant openings.
  • Frameless Hardware Company's HERC-DOOR Self-Closing Door Rail integrates a concealed closer within a full-length door rail.
  • Sugatsune America's HES3D-E190 and HES3D-W190 are 3-way adjustable concealed hinges in a dark gray finish.
  • Architectural hardware meets needs for concealed hinges and ADA-compliant commercial entrances.
  • The products are designed for high-use environments and precise alignment.

Entities

Institutions

  • INOX
  • athmer
  • dormakaba
  • Hager Companies
  • Frameless Hardware Company
  • Sugatsune America

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