The Kawneer 1010 Sliding Mall Front is a multi-track sliding door system designed primarily for interior commercial applications. It accommodates glazing infills ranging from less than 1/4″ to 1″ (6.4 to 25.4 mm) and is available in a variety of finishes, including Kawneer’s standard anodized and painted options. The system supports both fixed and operable panels and is suitable for applications such as sliding room dividers, institutional sliding doors, and interior pocket doors. Documentation indicates potential hazards during alteration of the product through cutting, welding, or grinding, referencing Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for specific safety information.
Product Applications and Configurations
The 1010 Sliding Mall Front is specifically engineered for interior use. The provided documentation highlights three primary application areas: sliding room dividers, institutional sliding doors, and interior pocket doors. The system’s multi-track design allows for flexible configurations to suit diverse spatial requirements.
Several unit configurations are available, as indicated by the provided file names:
- OXXO Unit with 1/4" Glazing
- OXXXXO Bi-Parting Unit with 1" Glazing
- OXXXXO Bi-Parting Unit with 1/4" Glazing
- PXXXXP Bi-Parting Pocket Unit with 1" Glazing
- PXXXXP Bi-Parting Pocket Unit with 1/4" Glazing
- XOOX Unit with 1/4" Glazing
- XXXX Unit with 1/4" Glazing
- OX Unit
- OXO Unit
- OXX Unit
- OXXO Unit
- OXXX Unit
- PXXXXP Unit
- XOOX Unit
- XXXX Unit
These designations likely refer to specific track arrangements and panel configurations within the 1010 system. Further details regarding these configurations are not provided in the available documentation.
Finishes and Aesthetics
The Kawneer 1010 Sliding Mall Front offers a range of aesthetic options through its available finishes. The system is available in Kawneer standard anodized finishes, as well as standard and custom painted finishes. Detailed color charts are available for both anodized finishes and liquid paints, specifically referencing Permadize® and Permafluor™ paint options. The documentation provides links to the following finish-related resources:
- Anodize Finishes - Color Chart
- Liquid Paint - Color Chart - Permadize®
- Liquid Paint - Color Chart - Permafluor™
- Finishes Information - Architectural Detail Manual
These resources would provide specific color codes and finish specifications for project planning and selection.
Technical Specifications and Glazing
The 1010 Sliding Mall Front is designed to accommodate a range of glazing thicknesses, accepting infills from less than 1/4″ (6.4 mm) to 1″ (25.4 mm). This flexibility allows for the use of various glass types and performance characteristics to meet specific project requirements. The system incorporates screw spline fabrication, contributing to its structural integrity.
Safety Considerations
The documentation emphasizes potential safety hazards associated with altering the product. Specifically, cutting, welding, and grinding the aluminum extrusions can create hazardous properties. Users are directed to consult Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for detailed information on these hazards and the appropriate protective measures. The documentation references SDS #1405 for Kawneer thermal break filled extrusions and SDS #1385 for Kawneer acrylic paints. Arconic’s SDS database is cited as the source for these safety documents.
Supporting Documentation and Resources
Kawneer provides a variety of documentation to support the 1010 Sliding Mall Front, including:
- 1010 Sliding Mall Front - Architectural Detail Manual (415 KB)
- 1010 Sliding Mall Front - Flyer (1 MB)
- Storefront Framing Product Selection Guide (571 KB)
- Anodized and Painted Aluminum Extrusions - EPD (765 KB)
- Finishes Information - Architectural Detail Manual (238 KB)
- 1010 Sliding Mall Front - English (various unit configurations)
These resources offer detailed technical information, installation guidance, and product selection assistance.
Distribution and Support
AMFAB WDI is identified as a leading Kawneer distributor with over 30 years of experience. They offer support throughout the architectural systems project lifecycle, including assistance with take-off, estimating, project management, and installation. AMFAB WDI provides access to product manuals and offers custom quotes for projects.
File Availability
The following .rfa (Revit) files are listed as available:
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-OXX.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-OXXO.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-OXXX.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-PXXXXP.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-XOOX.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-XXXX.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-OX.rfa
- Door-Sliding-Kawneer-1010MallFront-OXO.rfa
These files are intended for use with Revit software, a building information modeling (BIM) platform, and facilitate the integration of the 1010 Sliding Mall Front into architectural designs.
Conclusion
The Kawneer 1010 Sliding Mall Front is a versatile sliding door system designed for interior commercial applications. Its adaptability in glazing thickness and configuration options, coupled with a range of available finishes, allows for customization to meet specific project needs. The documentation emphasizes the importance of safety precautions when altering the product and provides access to relevant SDSs. Supporting documentation and distribution networks, such as AMFAB WDI, are available to assist with project implementation.

