Glass & Glazing Options
DORMA door systems are available with multiple glazing configurations to accommodate a wide range of glass thicknesses and performance requirements. These glazing options provide flexibility for standard commercial applications, heavy glass installations, and hurricane-rated openings.
Standard Glazing Options
1/4″ Glazing
A common glazing option for interior and light-duty commercial applications.
Applications
- Interior storefronts
- Office partitions
- Display systems
- Low-impact environments
3/8″ Glazing
Provides increased strength and rigidity compared to standard 1/4″ glass.
Applications
- Commercial storefronts
- Entrance systems
- Heavy-use interior applications
1/2″ Glazing
A popular choice for frameless and architectural glass systems requiring enhanced durability.
Applications
- Heavy glass doors
- Commercial entrances
- Architectural glazing systems
5/8″ Glazing
Designed for applications requiring thicker glass and increased structural performance.
Applications
- Premium storefront systems
- High-traffic commercial environments
- Specialty architectural projects
3/4″ Glazing
Accommodates thicker glass assemblies for demanding commercial and institutional projects.
Applications
- Large-format glass installations
- High-performance glazing systems
- Custom architectural entrances
1″ Glazing
Supports insulated and specialty glazing assemblies where thermal performance and structural integrity are priorities.
Applications
- Insulated glass units
- Energy-efficient building envelopes
- High-performance commercial entrances
Hurricane-Rated Wet Glazing
Designed for coastal and high-wind regions requiring enhanced impact resistance and weather protection.
5/16″ Hurricane (Wet Glazing)
Provides secure glass retention and weather resistance for hurricane-rated applications.
9/16″ Hurricane (Wet Glazing)
Accommodates thicker impact-resistant glazing while maintaining code-compliant performance.
Applications
- Coastal buildings
- Hurricane-prone regions
- Impact-resistant storefronts
- Storm-rated entrance systems
P-Tube Glazing
P-Tube glazing utilizes a specialized glazing insert system for securing glass within the framing assembly.
Benefits
- Clean architectural appearance
- Secure glass retention
- Simplified installation
- Compatible with multiple glazing thicknesses
Available Glazing Profiles
The DORMA glazing system utilizes specialized profiles and components engineered to accommodate various glass thicknesses and installation methods.
Common Profile Components
Profile Number | Description |
DE0210-01 | Standard Glazing Profile |
DE0211-01 | Alternate Glazing Profile |
DE3267-01 | Sloped Glazing Profile |
DE1767-010 | Hurricane Glazing Adapter |
DE0148-020 | Glazing Retainer Component |
DE0235-010 | Glazing Clip Component |
Benefits of Multiple Glazing Options
- Supports glass thicknesses from 1/4″ to 1″
- Accommodates insulated and laminated glass
- Hurricane-rated configurations available
- Compatible with commercial storefront systems
- Flexible solutions for architectural applications
- Enhanced weather and impact resistance options
Typical Applications
DORMA glazing systems are commonly specified for:
- Commercial storefronts
- Office buildings
- Educational facilities
- Healthcare environments
- Government buildings
- Hospitality projects
- Coastal and hurricane-rated structures
With a broad range of glazing configurations available, DORMA systems can be tailored to meet aesthetic, performance, and code-compliance requirements across virtually any commercial project.
