A Brief History of Bi Fold Door Lubricants

Bi-fold doors, also known as "bifold doors" or "bi-folds", are those multipaneled doors with two leaves and a central opening. They are used in many commercial and residential applications, and can be found in various door styles from simple sliding hardware, to diverse locking systems

The most common types of bi-fold doors include

Sliding: These are the most basic type of bi-fold door. They are used for light duty applications where a manual handle is required. The door slides on tracks that allow users to pull the door open or close it

Bi-parting: This is a modern style of bi-fold door that utilizes two panels that meet at an angle so that they can be opened from either side. It is typically used for heavy duty applications such as kitchens and bathrooms where there is a need for more space than just one leaf can provide

Double Parting: This style of bi-fold door combines both bi-parting features into one panel by having two smaller panels that meet at an angle while still allowing you to open them from either side using the same handles found on a sliding type door

Triple Parting: Triple part