What is the difference between a high-speed roll-up door and a sectional overhead door?

A high-speed roll-up door features a flexible PVC curtain that rolls up and opens at 1.8 m/s, which is significantly faster than a sectional overhead door. The high-speed roll-up door is typically used indoors between departments, while a sectional overhead door is utilized in exterior facades and offers better insulation. The high-speed roll-up door is [...]

What is the difference between a high-speed roll-up door and a sectional overhead door?2026-05-07T12:05:07+01:00

When should you choose hinged doors instead of a folding door?

Hinged doors are best suited for small to medium-sized openings (max 2,490×2,490 mm) with low-frequency pedestrian or vehicle traffic. Hinged doors are economical when the opening is small, when the mechanics need to be simple, and when the door is only opened a few times a day. For larger openings or frequent use, a folding [...]

When should you choose hinged doors instead of a folding door?2026-06-02T15:59:16+01:00

Which frame does the swing door have?

The Prido hinged door with frame features a torsion-resistant C-frame made of natural anodized aluminum profiles with broken thermal bridge and integrated grooves for EPDM rubber sealing strips. The door is designed for installation in external facades and is equipped with internal door catches that hold the door leaves in an open position at 90°.

Which frame does the swing door have?2026-06-02T15:58:30+01:00

Can the swing gate be opened outwards or inwards?

Yes, Prido hinged doors are available with both inward and outward opening. On outward-opening hinged doors, the steel fittings are powder-coated for extra rust protection. The hinged door is manufactured with overlapping installation and a sealing strip as a seal against the floor, just like a folding door.

Can the swing gate be opened outwards or inwards?2026-06-02T15:59:03+01:00

What warranty does a hinged door have?

Prido provides a 7-year warranty on its hinged doors and their components. The insulating glass panes have a 7-year warranty against condensation between the glass layers. Hinged doors are tested for 1 million opening cycles according to EN13241 and have a service interval of 36 months.

What warranty does a hinged door have?2026-06-02T16:04:02+01:00

How is a hinged door with a frame installed?

Hinged doors with frames are supplied with frame screws and adjustment sleeves pre-mounted in the frame, enabling quick and easy installation in both steel and wood. The C-frame is designed for tunnel mounting in the opening. The supplied screw kit is suitable for both wall mounting options.

How is a hinged door with a frame installed?2026-06-02T16:00:09+01:00

Can a hinged door be installed in a stable environment?

Yes, but a hinged door placed in a wash bay or stable environment requires a special component package (stable package) for additional rust protection to ensure the warranty remains valid. The stable package cannot be retrofitted and must be ordered when purchasing the door.

Can a hinged door be installed in a stable environment?2026-06-02T16:02:58+01:00

What U-value does the Prido steel door have?

The Prido steel door has a U-value of 1.98 W/(m²K), calculated in accordance with EN 10077-2. The door is approximately 40% better insulated than steel frame construction doors, thanks to 50 mm polyurethane insulation and the aluminium frame with a thermal break. The air permeability class is 4 in accordance with EN 12207.

What U-value does the Prido steel door have?2026-05-07T12:04:54+01:00

Which steel door offers the best insulation in its class?

The Prido steel door has a U-value of 1.98 W/(m²K) thanks to 50 mm polyurethane insulation and an aluminum frame with a thermal break. This is approximately 40% better than doors with traditional steel frame construction. With RC2-rated burglary protection, a 7-year warranty, and air tightness class 4, high performance is combined with a long [...]

Which steel door offers the best insulation in its class?2026-05-07T12:04:53+01:00

What burglary protection does a Prido steel door provide?

Prido steel doors are burglary-resistant classified as RC2 in accordance with EN 1627, with rear-edge protection as standard. The classification applies provided that the door is fitted with an ASSA D12 round cylinder. RC2 means protection against burglary attempts using simple tools and is the most common requirement for industrial and storage doors.

What burglary protection does a Prido steel door provide?2026-05-07T12:04:52+01:00
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