Smart door concept saves time and costs

At Burghouwt they not only understand this, with the supporting DeurenConcept they also act accordingly. To offer contractors the desired support, the project department of the technical wholesaler has all the knowledge for a streamlined handling of this part of the construction flow. "It is our strength to fine-tune everything within budget and planning and deliver it successfully," says Ruud Klijn, manager of the projects department.

With the DeurenConcept, Burghouwt relieves contractors in the installation of doors and hardware. In doing so, the company meets a great need. "Construction is becoming more complex and legislation around fire and smoke safety and escape routes has become stricter in recent years," Klijn said.

"Furthermore, building users increasingly have their own requirements and construction projects are often characterized by a design-and-build/construct variant. In this case, the specifications are not leading, but rather what has to be built specifically to meet the needs. All this often makes it difficult for the work planner to keep up. Thinking partners are therefore indispensable in this area." 

Burghouwt does that thinking along with the contractor with its projects department. "At the moment we mainly deliver DeurenConcept projects from this business unit," says Klijn. "Here we take the entire process in the field of doors and hinges and locks off the client's hands at the construction site. From advice to aftercare. The results are streamlined handling of all facets within this discipline and significant savings in terms of time and costs."

All knowledge in house

DeurenConcept projects are often characterized by a somewhat longer lead time. Periods of four to six months are no rarity. "We don't produce doors and hardware ourselves," Klijn explains the project-based fulfillment in terms of hardware. "That is done by Van Vuuren and Houtindustrie, valued partners of Burghouwt who complement each other perfectly. We, on the other hand, possess all the knowledge in the field of window frames, doors, glass and hardware. An expertise that enables us to properly match the wishes and requirements on the building site." As for the hinges and locks, Burghouwt uses renowned A-brands in the process. In addition, the wholesaler also supplies and installs electric door operators and access control systems.

Organization as strength

Planning and execution listen closely in construction. That certainly applies to doors and hinges and locks. "Since doors are not assembled until just before delivery, late delivery is not an option and too early delivery is very damaging. Our strength lies in the ability to complete all aspects within budget and time schedule and translate them into a completed project," said Klijn, who emphasizes that Burghouwt sees the DeurenConcept as an investment in the customer. "Instead of selling volumes, we prefer to invest in a long-term relationship with our customers to prove our qualities. Regardless of whether it is a single door or an extensive project."