Alva makes a big difference for installers
With the appetite for open and bright glazing reported to be on a continued upward trajectory in 2025, glass doors are said to remain a staple product for many installers. But with a Redrow survey revealing that home improvements are set to dominate Brits’ New Years resolutions in 2025, Bohle is urging that installers select dependable hardware, that is quick and easy to fit, allowing them to capitalise on increasing demand for work.
“Bohle’s Alva self-closing hydraulic patch fitting offers a sleek and stylish solution for the controlled operation of glass doors,” explained Bohle area sales manager, Lance Conway. “And what’s more, it’s specifically designed to maximise installer’s margins and minimise their time spent on site.”
One of the main advantages to the Alva patch fitting, according to Bohle, is that it can be secured with just two screws instead of four. In addition to using fewer components, this also gives the installer 29mm between the first hole in the baseplate and the wall, giving more room to position a drill.
“It may seem like a simple consideration, but we know that for installers, it makes a huge difference,” says Lance. “The last thing you want is to be fighting for space when installing, so we have specifically tailored Alva to make it, what we believe to be, the easiest patch fitting to install on the market.”
Once in place, four grub screws can be used to fine tune the vertical alignment of the door and the zero-position setting, with horizontal adjustment offered via a single, easily accessible screw.
Suitable for both interior and exterior applications, a stand-out feature of Alva is that all the technology required for operation is packaged in one slimline unit. Unlike some competitor systems, this means it can be fitted directly onto the floor, instead of creating a recess to house an underfloor box, which presents further time savings for installers.
Manufactured to DIN EN 1154 European quality standards, which includes 500,000 test cycles, Alva is the first self-closing corner fitting on the market to feature an integrated ‘back check’ adjustable damper. This has been designed to protect against any sudden and excessive force against the door, for example a gust of wind, by gently and safely absorbing its momentum. The opening damping starts at an angle of approximately 75 degrees and is infinitely adjustable.
“The addition of the back check damper is a particularly welcome safety feature for installers,” explains Lance. “It is another element of the product that safeguards the longevity of the installation, making it less likely that the installer will have to attend a callback for maintenance or replacement.”
And with no visible screws or fastening points on the cover caps and base plate, and the impression of a shadow gap created by slightly rounded corners and black inserts, he adds that Alva not only withstands the practical test of time, but will remain aesthetically on-trend for years to come, with its clean, contemporary design.
“We know that 2025 will pose its fair share of challenges.” concludes Lance. “But one of the easiest wins for an installer, is to choose quality hardware that will not diminish in quality over the years. That way, they can truly maximise their time and margins, committing to more work, and building their 5-star reputation.”
