Cabinet and Drawer Hardware

SECTION 06 41 20

CABINET AND DRAWER HARDWARE

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Blum, Inc.; cabinet and drawer hardware.
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This section is based on the products of Blum, Inc., which is located at:
7733 Old Plank Rd.
Stanley, NC 28164
Toll Free Tel: 800-438-6788
Tel: 704-827-1345
Fax: 704-827-0799
Email: request info ()
Web: www.blum.com | www.dynamicspace.us
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Blum, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of functional hardware for the cabinet and furniture industry specializing in concealed hinges and drawer runner systems. Blum's manufacturing and distribution complex in Stanley, North Carolina supplies the North American market through a network of 150 dependable distributors.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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1.1.1 Cabinet and drawer hardware of the following types:

1.1.1.1 Lift systems.

1.1.1.2 Concealed hinge systems.

1.1.1.3 Drawer runner systems.

1.1.1.4 Box systems.

1.1.1.5 Electronic opening systems.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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1.2.1 Section 06 41 13 - Wood-Veneer-Faced Architectural Cabinets.

1.2.2 Section 08 81 00 - Glass Glazing.

1.2.3 Section 12 32 16 - Manufactured Plastic-Laminate-Clad Casework.

1.2.4 Section 26 05 00 - Common Work Results for Electrical.

1.3 REFERENCES

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1.3.1 ANSI/BHMA - Meets Grade 1 - drawer runner systems. Grade 2 - hinge systems. Requirements for cycle life, static load and self-closing performance.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1.4.1 Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

1.4.2 Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.4.2.1 Preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.4.2.2 Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.4.2.3 Installation methods.

1.4.3 Verification Samples: For each finish specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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1.5.1 Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and function.

1.5.1.1 Do not proceed with remaining work until mock-up is approved by Architect.

1.5.1.2 Remodel mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.6.1 Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.7.1 Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.8 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

1.8.1 Convene minimum two weeks prior to starting work of this section.

1.9 SEQUENCING

1.9.1 Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Blum, Inc., which is located at: 7733 Old Plank Rd.; Stanley, NC 28164; Toll Free Tel: 800-438-6788; Tel: 704-827-1345; Fax: 704-827-0799; Email: request info (); Web: www.blum.com | www.dynamicspace.us

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2.1.2 Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.1.3 Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Lifting cabinet doors up and out of the way. AVENTOS lift systems move doors up and out of the way, allowing complete access while not interfering with work in the kitchen. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2 LIFT SYSTEMS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** With AVENTOS HF, bi-fold doors lift up and out of the way. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.1 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HF bi-fold lift system

2.2.1.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.1.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.1.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.1.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.1.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.1.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.1.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.1.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.1.2 Lift type:

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2.2.1.2.1 Bi-fold lift mechanism

2.2.1.2.2 Bi-fold lift mechanism with SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

2.2.1.3 Cabinet Height Range:

2.2.1.3.1 18-7/8 inches (479 mm) - 42 inches (1067 mm).

2.2.1.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.1.4.1 15 inches (381 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.1.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door.

2.2.1.5.1 Integrated.

2.2.1.6 Mounting:

2.2.1.6.1 Screw-on.

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2.2.1.7 Accessories:

2.2.1.7.1 Angle restriction clip: Part No. ______

2.2.1.7.2 SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AVENTOS HS lifts doors up and over the cabinet. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.2 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HS up and over lift system.

2.2.2.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.2.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.2.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.2.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.2.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.2.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.2.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.2.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.2.2 Lift type:

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2.2.2.2.1 Up and over lift mechanism.

2.2.2.2.2 Up and over lift mechanism with SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

2.2.2.3 Cabinet Height Range:

2.2.2.3.1 13-3/4 inches (350 mm) - 31-1/2 inches (800 mm).

2.2.2.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.2.4.1 15 inches (381 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.2.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door

2.2.2.5.1 Integrated.

2.2.2.6 Mounting:

2.2.2.6.1 Screw-on.

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2.2.2.7 Accessories:

2.2.2.7.1 SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** With AVENTOS HL, doors lift parallel to the cabinet. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.3 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HL lift up lift system.

2.2.3.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.3.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.3.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.3.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.3.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.3.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.3.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.3.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.3.2 Lift Type:

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2.2.3.2.1 Lift up lift mechanism.

2.2.3.2.2 Lift up lift mechanism with SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

2.2.3.3 Cabinet Height Range:

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2.2.3.3.1 11-13/16 inches (300 mm) - 22-13/16 inches (580 mm).

2.2.3.3.2 Appliance garage application: 17-11/16 inches (450 mm) - 22-13/16 inches (580 mm)

2.2.3.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.3.4.1 15 inches (381 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.3.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door

2.2.3.5.1 Integrated.

2.2.3.6 Mounting:

2.2.3.6.1 Screw-on.

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2.2.3.7 Accessories:

2.2.3.7.1 SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AVENTOS HK stay lifts swing up and out of the way. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.4 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HK stay lift system.

2.2.4.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.4.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.4.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.4.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.4.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.4.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.4.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.4.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.4.2 Lift Type:

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2.2.4.2.1 Stay lift mechanism.

2.2.4.2.2 Stay lift mechanism with SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** TIP-ON for AVENTOS. AVENTOS doors open with a light touch of the front thanks to the mechanical opening of TIP-ON for AVENTOS. Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.4.2.3 Stay lift mechanism with TIP-ON: Mechanical opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

2.2.4.3 Cabinet Height Range:

2.2.4.3.1 11-13/16 inches (300 mm) - 24 inches (610 mm).

2.2.4.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.4.4.1 15 inches (381 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.4.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door

2.2.4.5.1 Integrated.

2.2.4.6 Mounting:

2.2.4.6.1 Screw-on.

2.2.4.7 Accessories:

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2.2.4.7.1 Angle restriction clip: Part No. ______

2.2.4.7.2 SERVO-DRIVE: Electric opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

2.2.4.7.3 TIP-ON: Mechanical opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AVENTOS HK-S is ideal for smaller cabinets
Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/. Delete if not required.

2.2.5 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HK-S stay lift system

2.2.5.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.5.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.5.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.5.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.5.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.5.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.5.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.5.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.5.2 Lift Type:

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2.2.5.2.1 Stay lift mechanism.

2.2.5.2.2 Stay lift mechanism with TIP-ON: Mechanical opening of the door with just a light touch of the front.

2.2.5.3 Cabinet Height Range:

2.2.5.3.1 7-3/8 inches (186 mm) - 24 inches (610 mm).

2.2.5.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.5.4.1 15 inches (381 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.5.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door

2.2.5.5.1 Integrated.

2.2.5.6 Mounting:

2.2.5.6.1 Screw-on.

2.2.5.7 Accessories:

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2.2.5.7.1 Angle restriction clip: Part No. ______

2.2.5.7.2 TIP-ON: Mechanical opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AVENTOS HK-XS lifts the door up and out of the way for cabinets with small internal depths. Delete if not required.
Link to literature: http://www.blum.com/us/en/02/90/

2.2.6 Approved Product: Blum AVENTOS HK-XS smaller stay lift system

2.2.6.1 Cabinet Construction:

2.2.6.1.1 Face frame for the following application:

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2.2.6.1.1.1 Wood door.

2.2.6.1.1.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.6.1.2 Frameless for the following application:

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2.2.6.1.2.1 Wood door.

2.2.6.1.2.2 Wide aluminum frame door.

2.2.6.1.2.3 Narrow aluminum frame door.

2.2.6.2 Lift Type:

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2.2.6.2.1 Smaller stay lift mechanism.

2.2.6.2.2 Stay lift mechanism with TIP-ON: Mechanical opening of the door with just a light touch of the front

2.2.6.3 Cabinet Height Range:

2.2.6.3.1 9-3/8 inches (238 mm) - 24 inches (610 mm).

2.2.6.4 Cabinet Width Range:

2.2.6.4.1 9 inches (229 mm) - 72 inches (1828 mm).

2.2.6.5 Dampening System: Self-regulates the closing speed of the door