Beyond the Standard Catalog: Engineering Custom Door Closers for Extreme Industrial Gates
Standard door closers fail catastrophically on massive industrial gates, leading to safety hazards and operational downtime. This article dives deep into the engineering challenge of customizing hydraulic and pneumatic systems for 2,000+ lb gates, sharing a detailed case study from a steel mill that achieved a 40% reduction in maintenance calls and a 60% increase in cycle life. Learn the critical calculations, material science, and iterative testing process that separates a functional prototype from a reliable, long-term solution.



