theEDGE2.0

Ultra-slim sliding doors with 20mm sightlines

The latest and most advanced system in the IDSystems product range is theEDGE2.0 - Ultra Slim Sliding Door. If you want large panes of glass with minimal sight lines then look no further. The advanced technology of this sliding door system has enabled us to reduce the sight lines to an astonishing minimum.

Whilst still maintaining the high security, severe weather rating and reliability we are known for.

Key features

Aluminium frame intermediate sight lines of 20mm - a truly amazing slim sight-line for sliding doors, which results in an incredible look.
Flush stacking panels as standard - one panel with slide completely behind the next.
Lift and Slide option - allows doors to be secured in place while partially opened.
Secured by Design - designed and installed to police preferred specification.
BSI Kitemark™ - quality assured to prestigious Kitemark standards.
PAS 23/24 - theEDGE2.0 meets and exceeds the requirements of Part Q of Building Regulations.
Advanced engineered - providing stunning appearance, straight forward installation and effortlessly smooth running.
Severe weather rating - independently tested to achieve up to 600Pa air permeability and 300Pa water tightness, configuration dependent.
Extremely versatile - panel widths from 800mm to 3,000mm width.
Moveable corner posts - extending tracks offer 100% clear opening.
High security multi-point locking - far in advance of insurers’ demands and easy operation at waist height.
Available in over 200 colours - the choice is endless, allowing you to tailor the system to your design.
Multiple configurations available - with twin and triple track options, tells us what you require and it can deliver.
Different handles available - colour coded D handles and stainless steel options to compliment any room.
Panels available up to 3,000mm wide - the sizes are completely bespoke so you do not need to compromise on your design with IDSystems.
Flush tracks available - to provide a level threshold with DDA compliance. With the added advantage of not compromising the systems excellent weather rating.
Trickle vents - colour matched vents can be neatly incorporated through the outer frame header track.
Cover plates - cover unused tracks with integral track cover plates.

Versatility in design

With different configurations, bespoke sizes and a vast palette of colours to choose from, this sliding door system can be tailored to suit the most demanding project needs. Colour matched through frame trickle vents can be incorporated neatly through the outer frame head-track.

Technical

Finishes

Standard aluminium finishes

As standard we offer the choice of three colours in our sliding doors: Anthracite Grey RAL 7016 semi-gloss, Graphite Black RAL 9011 matt and Slate Grey RAL 7015 matt, as shown below. Once we have prepared a quotation, we are able to send you a colour sample for approval prior to progressing with your order.

Special RAL colours

In addition to our standard range of colours we are also able to offer a complete range of RAL Classic colours. The range consists of over 200 colours which come in a matt, semi-gloss or full-gloss finish.

The colours shown in the swatch below give an indication to the colour shade, however before progressing with an order we can provide aluminium samples for your approval.

RAL swatches

RAL classic colour swatches can be purchased directly from us for £10.99 (including postage).

The full colour swatch is a great tool to allow you to choose the colour of your doors and windows to complement your internal decoration, external render, brickwork or other features within your project.

To order a RAL swatch you can make a card payment over the phone by calling us on 01603 408804. If you have narrowed down your choice we are able to send a colour sample for your approval when placing an order.

Glass options

As standard all of our products will be fitted with glazing that exceeds Building Regulations Document N and L which govern safety and thermal efficiency. Over our standard glass there are many options for you to choose from including:

Laminated glass: Improved security and UV reduction preventing furniture fading.
Tinted anti-sun glass: Reducing solar gain, available in blue, green, grey or bronze.
Neutral anti-sun glass: Neutral in colour with reflective properties to reduce solar gain.
Self-cleaning glass: Reduces the need to clean the glass, very useful in roofs.
Obscure glass: Our satin deco is a stylish solution for areas requiring privacy.
Low-iron glass: Improves the light transmittance through glass while providing some free energy.

Don't just take our word for it...

Testimonial and review
"Wow, we fell in love with the idea of the really slim sliding doors, but we didn't appreciate how good they would look until they were installed! Thank you to our Architects and everyone at IDSystems for your help and support throughout"

GS, Oxford

Dimensions

Depending on a maximum panel weight of 280kg, theEDGE2.0 - ultra slim sliding door system can be manufactured up to 3,200mm tall.

Panels can be fixed with moving panels sliding behind or it is possible to have all panels sliding. It is even possible to open up corners completely with a sliding corner post.

Note: For exposed locations with higher wind loads and for taller panel sizes it may be necessary to manufacture the system using 30mm intermediate profile - for more information about when this is required please email us. If you are planning to install large glass panels suitable access and crane operation will be required.

Profile

The system works best when it is designed to provide large glass panels. Each staggered panel interlocks front to back with its neighbour so only a single frame, width is visible, ensuring exceptional intermediate sightlines of just 20mm.

Appearance

theEDGE2.0 is available as standard in polyester powder coated Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016) semi-gloss, Graphite Black (RAL 9011) matt or Slate Grey (RAL 7015) matt.

Alternatively for a nominal fee the systems can be polyester powder coated to any stocked RAL colour (over 200 RAL colours) and even dual colour or textured finish. In addition you can specify whether a matt, semi-gloss or full-gloss level of paint finish is required.

Designs can be customised according to preference - including mid-rails, mullions and solid in-fill panels, among many others.

RAL 7016 Anthacite Grey Semi Gloss RAL 9011 Graphite Black Matt.png RAL 7015 Slate Grey Matt

Handles

A D-shaped handle colour matched to the frame of the doors is available as standard on our sliding door range. We also offer a hugely popular stainless steel feature handle for a more contemporary look or a colour matched recessed handle as optional alternatives.

If you opt for a lift and slide capability within the specification of your doors a longer handle that operates this functionality is included as standard.

Track options

theEDGE2.0 ultra slim sliding door is available as a twin or triple track. Whatever the opening variation the track incorporates drainage channels and depending on the type of external floor finish, can be recessed into the ground to give a virtually level threshold.

A cover plate can be fitted to block off and prevent any dirt or debris from entering any redundant track adjacent a fixed panel.

Security

The system offers a high level of security as standard and is designed with an anti-lifting device to prevent the removal of individual panels. With full aluminium interlock between each of the panels it is impossible to lever them apart.

theEDGE2.0 ultra slim sliding door incorporates a four-point mushroom headed cam lock with an additional centre hook lock and full length keep bar. This prevents movement associated with inferior individual lock keeps over a period of time and complies with the requirements of the Association of British Insurers.

Weather seals

theEDGE2.0 ultra slim sliding door is a severe weather rated system Category C, BS 6375-1:2009. Weathering rating varies according to configuration of the system, but these doors are tested to achieve up to: Class 7A, 300Pa water tightness, Class 3, 600Pa air tightness wind Class AE, 2400Pa wind loads.

Each panel is fully rebated, with concealed double nylon brush strips and fin seals surrounding the perimeter of each panel.

Operating system

The operating mechanism consists of a double-tandem, stainless steel sealed bearing bottom-running carriage capped with polyamide preventing any wear to the track. Additional carriages are used if the weight of the panel exceeds 200kg. It runs on a stainless steel guide rail with a hard-wearing threshold cover plate protecting the track from damage. This heavy-duty system guarantees smooth, effortless operation with long life and reliable performance.

Ventilation

Trickle vents with an airflow equivalent to 2,500mm² or 5,000mm² can also be incorporated with the addition of a 40mm add-on head profile; these also can be colour coded to suit.

Complete system

theEDGE2.0 ultra slim sliding door system can be complemented by our single doors, French doors, tilt and turn windows and fixed glazed screens, to achieve an aesthetically uniform appearance throughout.

Glazing

The system is internally glazed for added security and can accommodate glazing of up to a sealed unit of 36mm.

Our standard double glazed unit comprises of 6mm or 8mm clear toughened glass with Low-E (low emissivity) to the inner pane x 16mm argon gas cavity x 6mm or 8mm clear toughened glass to comply with Building Regulations for safety and thermal efficiency. The option to triple glaze the system is also available.

All units are BS kite marked, manufactured to BS EN 12600 and BS 5713:1979 standards.

The system when double glazed achieves an overall U-Value of 1.6W/m²K and when triple glazed achieves an overall U-Value of 1.4W/m²K.

U-Values and heat losses

A U-Value is a calculation of the amount of heat lost through a building material. The calculation of U-Values can be quite complex as it is measured as the amount of heat loss through a 1m² of material for every degree difference in temperature either side of the material. It is indicated in units of watts per square metre per degree Kelvin or W/m²K. The simplest way to approach U-Values is the lower the U-Value the more thermally efficient a product is.

A U-Value of a door or window is calculated by working out by determining the U-Value of the frame and the area of the glass and is then quoted as an overall U-Value. Beware that some manufacturers may just be providing the U-Value of the glass alone which gives a false overall value. All of our systems have been thermally simulated in accordance with CE standards to BS EN ISO 10077.

Building Regulations approval will be required on all extensions and new builds to which we are able to provide CE data showing compliance. Any replacement works we are able to cover being a member of FENSA and a certificate would be provided on completion of our installation.

Double or triple glazing

Double glazing is a minimum requirement for external doors and windows. Our standard double glazed units consist of a soft-coat Low-E (low emissivity) pane and an argon gas filled cavity which provides a centre pane U-Value of 1.2W/m²K. Over the standard we can provide super insulated double glazed units providing a centre pane U-Value of 1.0W/m²K whilst providing solar control.

Triple glazing is becoming increasingly popular, especially in total new builds, as it provides the lowest U-Values possible and can be up to 40% more efficient than double glazing. Combining two panes of Low-E glass and two gas filled cavities glazing U-Values as low as 0.5W/m²K are possible with the added benefit of great sound reduction.

For more information on our huge range of glazing options or for help in specifying the correct glass for your project contact our technical sales department on 01603 408804.

Solar control and the benefits of solar gain

With the standard glass specification retaining as much heat as possible you may wish to consider reducing the heat transfer from outside which is known as solar gain. Solar gain can make glass roofs, conservatories or south facing elevations quite uncomfortable in the height of summer months.

A solar control glass is a glass with a either a special coating or a body tint to reduce the amount of heat entering a building either by reflecting or absorbing heat. Using a solar control glass can reduce the need for air conditioning and blinds. Whilst the solar control glasses are great at reducing the heat they will also reduce light transmittance.

Building control often recognise the benefits of solar gain in modern buildings as large areas of glass will work as a source of free energy during cooler months and increased solar gains are recommended. The use of low-iron glass can increase the heat and light transmittance to provide further solar gains during the autumn and winter months. Many modern designs incorporate overhangs to cast shadows over glazing during the summer combatting the solar gains. Thus allowing solar gains as the sun gets lower in the sky later in the year reducing the need for heating.

Safety glass

When required we fit toughened glass to comply with Building Regulations Document N as an alternate method of compliance we are able to fit laminated glass. Both options have their pros and cons.

Toughened glass

Toughened glass has been heat tempered to increasing its strength over ordinary annealed glass by up to five-times. Other than the strength the advantage of toughened glass is that should it break it would shatter into non-sharp pieces. It is also available with the widest variety of coatings and can be supplied in larger sheets than equivalent thickness laminated glass.

When the glass is toughened it can suffer from some visual distortion making, meaning the face of the glass is not perfectly flat distorting some reflections.

Custom designs

As well as offering full height clear glass we can also provide a more traditional style of glazing by incorporating glazing bars, Georgian grids or lead work. Please contact us for further information.

Cat flaps

Often neglected when planning your new build or extension is where a suitable space may be for your feline friend, we have the ideal solution. It is possible to have a cat flap fitted into a glazed panel by cutting a circular hole into the toughened glass unit for you to fit an in-glazed cat flap.