Norton Rixson 40 Series Center Hung Double Acting Heavy Duty Floor Closer with 300 lb Capacity
Professional Center Hung Floor Closer Solution
The Norton Rixson 40 Series Floor Closer delivers professional-grade door control for heavy-duty commercial applications. This double-acting, center-hung floor closer supports doors up to 300 lbs with smooth, controlled operation and features a centering arm with adjustment screws for precise door positioning. Engineered for both interior and exterior installations, this Grade 1 certified closer provides reliable performance with a maximum door opening of 103° and includes the 340 top pivot for complete installation.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Heavy-Duty Weight Capacity: Supports doors up to 300 lbs for demanding commercial applications requiring robust door control.
- Double Acting Operation: Non-handed design accommodates door swing in both directions with independent adjustable closing speed valves for each swing direction.
- Center Hung Design: Aesthetically appealing installation method where the weight of the door is supported by the floor closer mechanism for clean, professional appearance.
- Precision Centering System: Centering arm with adjusting screws in face of door ensures critical alignment for double acting doors and consistent return to center position.
- Versatile Installation Options: Suitable for both interior and exterior doors with available floor plate or threshold installation methods.
- Grade 1 Certification: ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1 rating ensures compliance with commercial building standards and high-traffic performance requirements.
- Extended Spindle Options: Available with extended spindles in 1/2" increments up to 2" for various door thickness requirements.
- Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year Limited warranty provides long-term protection and confidence in product reliability.
Technical Specifications
- ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.4, Grade 1
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Delay Function: Yes
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Swing: Double Acting
- Door Weight: 300 lbs.
- Duty Level: Heavy Duty
- Grade: Grade 1
- Hang Type: Center Hung
- Hold Open Feature: No
- Mounting Method: Center Hung
- Parts and Accessories Type: Installation Accessories
- Product Attribute: Parts and Accessories
- Product Category: Door Controls
- Product Group: Door Controls
- Product Subgroup: Door Closers - Floor
- Product Type: Parts and Accessories
- Series: 40 Seires
- Subcategory: Floor Closers
- Traffic Rating: High Traffic
- Warranty: 10 Year Limited
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, weight capacity up to 300 lbs, and swing clearance for 103° maximum opening.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and floor surfaces for center hung installation.
- Prepare door and floor by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for floor plate or threshold installation method.
- Install the 340 top pivot and floor closer mechanism, securing all mounting hardware per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust centering arm alignment using the adjustment screws in face of door to ensure proper double acting operation and door return to center position.
- Set closing speed valves for each direction of door swing to achieve desired operation speed and install required auxiliary door stop (overhead or floor type). Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Why Choose Norton Rixson Quality?
Norton Rixson 40 Series floor closers deliver professional-grade reliability with robust materials and internal components engineered for long life and consistent operation in high-traffic environments. ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1 certification ensures compliance with demanding commercial standards, while the 10 Year Limited warranty provides long-term protection. Constructed for heavy-duty applications where dependable door control and aesthetic appeal are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- 40 Series
- Duty Level:
- Heavy Duty
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Door Swing:
- Double Acting
- Traffic Rating:
- High Traffic
- Warranty:
- 10 Year Limited
- ANSI/BHMA:
- ANSI/BHMA A156.4, Grade 1
- Product Group:
- Door Controls
- Product Subgroup:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Type:
- Parts and Accessories
- Subcategory:
- Parts and Accessories
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Door Weight:
- 300 lbs.
- Hang Type:
- Center Hung
- Parts and Accessories Type:
- Installation Accessories
- Product Attribute:
- Parts and Accessories
- Delay Function:
- Yes
- Hold Open Feature:
- No
- Mounting Method:
- Center Hung
- Product Category:
- Door Controls
- Department:
- Door Hardware