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Hager Door Closers
Hager commercial door closers — American-made, BHMA-certified, lifetime warranty, and engineered for retrofit compatibility with LCN and Norton hole patterns. Authorized service across Brevard County for the Hager 5100 Series (cast iron Grade 1), 5200 Series (aluminum slim-body Grade 1), 5300 Series (aluminum Grade 1 with Norton retrofit pattern), and 5400 Series (Grade 2).
Parent company: Hager Companies (independent, founded 1849)
About Hager
Hager Companies (founded 1849 as a St. Louis blacksmith shop by Charles Hager, renamed C. Hager & Sons Hinge Company in 1878) is the largest independent American commercial door hardware manufacturer — not part of Allegion, ASSA ABLOY, or dormakaba. For commercial buildings that prefer an American-made independent supplier over the global conglomerates, Hager is the go-to specification, and their closer line is engineered specifically to compete with LCN and Norton at a typically lower price point.
Hager's positioning strategy is smart on the ground: the 5100 Series hole pattern matches the LCN 4041 for drop-in retrofit; the 5300 Series hole pattern matches the Norton 1601. This means a building running older LCN or Norton closers can swap to Hager on service replacement without re-drilling doors — a real cost saver on large-building retrofits.
All three Grade 1 Hager series (5100, 5200, 5300) carry a lifetime warranty — longer than Norton (typical 10 years) and competitive with LCN (30 years on 4040XP). Construction quality is genuinely professional-grade: forged steel arms, double heat-treated steel-tempered springs, seamless steel spring tubes. UL fire-rated up to 3 hours. For mid-range commercial where Grade 1 is required but LCN or Norton premium isn't justified, Hager is competitive on every metric.
Hager Models & Series We Service
| Model / Series | Description | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| 5100 Series | Cast iron Grade 1 heavy-duty flagship. Multi-mount (pull/push/top-jamb), adjustable 1-6 spring, rated for doors up to 330 lbs. Matches LCN 4041 hole pattern for drop-in retrofit. Body: cast iron. Cover: plastic (metal cover 5962 optional). Lifetime warranty. | Heavy-duty high-use commercial (LCN 4041 retrofit) |
| 5200 Series | Aluminum slim-body Grade 1 heavy-duty. Same performance tier as 5100 but with aluminum body for lighter weight and slimmer profile. Multi-mount, 1-6 adjustable, lifetime warranty. | Grade 1 where slim body aesthetic matters |
| 5300 Series | Aluminum alloy Grade 1 heavy-duty. Matches Norton 1601 hole pattern for drop-in retrofit of existing Norton installations. Multi-mount, 1-6 adjustable, lifetime warranty. | Grade 1 Norton retrofit applications |
| 5400 Series | Grade 2 ANSI/BHMA certified (lower tier than 5100/5200/5300). Non-handed, staked adjustment valves (can't be removed). Lighter-duty but still Hager-quality American-made. | Mid-range commercial / offices |
| 5906 HDHO Arm | Extra Heavy-Duty Hold-Open Stop Arm — accessory arm for 5200/5300 Series. Adds hold-open + stop functions to base closer. | Hold-open retrofit for 5200/5300 |
| 5950 Spring Cushion Kit | Spring cushion kit accessory for 5100/5200/5300 Series — retrofit cushion arm to absorb over-travel impact. | Field-upgrade to cushion stop |
Arm Types & Mounting Configurations
Door closer arm choice is the single biggest decision after brand/size — it determines mounting location, how the door behaves when fully open, and whether hold-open or controlled-stop is built in.
| Code | Arm Type | Mount | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLT (Multi-Mount) | Multi-mount main arm | Pull / Push / Top-jamb | Standard Hager 5100/5200/5300 arm package — works in three mounting configurations from single SKU. Equivalent to LCN RwPA tri-pack and Norton Tri-Pak. |
| PAR (Parallel) | Parallel arm | Push side | Parallel arm mounting package with 5909 parallel arm bracket. Push-side installation. |
| TRK (Track) | Track arm | Push or pull | Slide-track arm — low visual profile. HOTA (Hold-Open Track Arm), NHOTA (Non-Hold-Open Track Arm), DEHOTA (Double Egress Hold-Open Track Arm), DENHOTA (Double Egress Non-Hold-Open Track Arm). |
| HDHO | Extra Heavy-Duty Hold-Open | Hold-open | 5906 arm — extra heavy-duty friction hold-open for abusive applications. Forged steel construction. |
| HDHOS | Extra HD Hold-Open Stop | Parallel | Heavy-duty hold-open + stop integrated into single arm — Hager equivalent of LCN HCUSH or Norton CPSH. |
| HO (Hold Open Stop) | Hold-open stop arm | Parallel | Standard-duty hold-open + stop integrated arm. |
| LA (Long Arm) | Long arm | Extended reach | Extended-reach arm for unusual frame/door geometries. |
| 5935 Extra Clearance | 2" Extra-clearance bracket | Parallel | Accessory bracket for parallel arm mounting where standard clearance isn't sufficient. |
| 5946 Torx | Tamper-resistant TORX pack | Fasteners | TORX tamper-resistant screw pack for security/vandal-prone applications. Replaces standard Phillips fasteners. |
Available Finishes
Common Hager Repair Scenarios
- Hager 5100 cast iron closer leaking oil — internal seal failure. Under Hager lifetime warranty, cylinder replacement covered (Hager honors warranty on original installation). Out of warranty, typically replace full closer.
- 5100 / 5200 / 5300 not closing fully — separate latch speed and main speed valve adjustment. Adjustable with standard closer adjustment tool.
- 5906 hold-open arm won't hold — friction adjustment on the arm nut, or worn hold-open cam. Common wear item for heavy-use doors.
- Door fails to meet ADA opening force — spring size adjustment (1-6 on 5100/5200/5300). Tune to 5 lbf interior / 8.5 lbf exterior without replacing closer.
- Replacing existing LCN 4041 with Hager 5100 — hole patterns match, direct drop-in with no door re-drilling. Service advantage for existing LCN 4041 installations where parts supply has become difficult.
- Replacing existing Norton 1601 with Hager 5300 — hole patterns match, direct drop-in replacement. No door modification required.
- Cover loose or missing — 5100/5200/5300/5400 cover replacement available in all finishes. Metal cover (5962) upgrade option for 5100 Series.
- Sex nut / through-bolt upgrade needed — Hager supplies sex-bolt screw packs (5940/5941/5942/5943) for 1-3/4", 1-3/8", 2", and 2-1/4" door thicknesses. Upgrade from wood screws to through-bolts for maximum security.
- 5400 Grade 2 closer failing Grade 1 inspection — 5400 is Grade 2 only. For Grade 1 spec requirements, upgrade to 5100/5200/5300. Don't attempt to qualify a 5400 as Grade 1.
Automation & Access Control Integration
- Lifetime warranty on 5100/5200/5300 — industry-leading warranty; longer than most ASSA ABLOY brands. Under warranty coverage, cylinder replacement is covered by Hager directly.
- LCN 4041 retrofit compatibility (5100 Series) — direct drop-in for existing LCN 4041 installations. Meaningful cost saver on multi-door LCN retrofits.
- Norton 1601 retrofit compatibility (5300 Series) — direct drop-in for existing Norton 1601 installations. Same retrofit advantage in Norton-standardized buildings.
- ADA compliance via adjustable spring — all 5100/5200/5300 adjust to ADA opening force (5 lbf interior / 8.5 lbf exterior). No closer replacement required for ADA retrofits on Hager installations.
- Double-egress door applications — DEHOTA (Double Egress Hold-Open Track Arm) and DENHOTA (Double Egress Non-Hold-Open Track Arm) specifically engineered for hospital and institutional double-egress pairs where the door swings both directions.
- Overhead door holder / electromagnetic hold-open integration — Hager produces their own overhead door holders and electromagnetic holders as a complete system. Closer + hold-open from one manufacturer simplifies parts supply.
Fire Rating & Code Compliance
- 5100, 5200, 5300 Series: BHMA certified, ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1, UL fire-rated up to 3-hour assemblies.
- 5400 Series: ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 2 — lower spec, verify fire-rating for specific application.
- Rated for doors up to 330 lbs on 5100 Series.
- ADA opening force: 5 lbf interior / 8.5 lbf exterior — adjustable without closer replacement.
- NFPA 80 annual fire door inspection: we service Hager for inspection readiness.
- Hager's lifetime warranty covers BHMA certification — if a Hager closer fails to maintain its certified performance, warranty covers replacement.
- UL fire certifications carry across hole-pattern retrofits — replacing an LCN 4041 with a Hager 5100 doesn't void the door's fire rating as long as the Hager is properly installed per its own UL listing.
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Call (321) 224-5625Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hager American-made?
Yes. Hager Companies has been manufacturing in the United States since 1849, headquartered in St. Louis. For projects with "Buy American" or Berry Amendment requirements (government, defense, some infrastructure), Hager qualifies where many Allegion and ASSA ABLOY products (manufactured globally) don't. Worth checking specification requirements for government and military projects — Hager is often the default compliant choice.
How does Hager 5100 compare to LCN 4040XP?
Both are Grade 1 heavy-duty cast iron closers with similar specifications. The 5100 hole pattern specifically matches the older LCN 4041 (not the current 4040XP), which is engineered as a retrofit advantage for buildings running LCN 4041. For new construction on a blank slate, LCN 4040XP has the longer brand heritage, Green Dial adjustment, and broader contractor familiarity. For retrofit of existing LCN 4041 installations, Hager 5100 saves the cost of re-drilling. For buildings that prefer American-made independent over Allegion, Hager is the compelling choice.
What's the difference between 5100, 5200, and 5300?
5100: Cast iron body, LCN 4041 hole pattern. Classic heavy-duty spec. 5200: Aluminum slim-body, same performance as 5100 with lighter weight and slimmer profile. 5300: Aluminum alloy, Norton 1601 hole pattern (retrofit optimized for Norton). All three are Grade 1 with lifetime warranty. Choice depends on aesthetic preference (cast iron vs aluminum, slim vs standard profile) and retrofit compatibility needs (LCN vs Norton). 5400: Grade 2 (lower tier), not in the same performance class as 5100/5200/5300.
Is Hager's lifetime warranty real?
Yes. Hager Companies warrants the 5100, 5200, and 5300 Series for the lifetime of the original installation. This is longer than Norton's standard 10-year warranty and competitive with LCN's 30-year warranty on 4040XP. Warranty is lifetime limited — covers the product as installed on the original door; does not transfer to a subsequent owner or re-installation. Claims are processed through Hager distributors; we coordinate warranty claims for customers on service visits.
Can I replace a worn LCN 4041 with a Hager 5100 without re-drilling?
Yes — Hager specifically engineered the 5100 hole pattern to match LCN 4041. The drop-in retrofit requires no door or frame modification; the 5100 mounts in the existing LCN mounting holes. Note that the current LCN flagship is 4040XP, which uses a different (larger) hole pattern than the older 4041. If your existing closer is 4040XP, that pattern doesn't match Hager 5100 — verify the existing closer model before assuming retrofit compatibility.
What finishes does Hager ship?
Standard Hager finishes: 689 sprayed aluminum (most common on commercial), 690 statuary bronze, 691 light bronze, 693 black, 695 dark bronze painted, 696 brass painted. The 5962 metal cover upgrade for the 5100 Series ships in plated finishes. Less common finishes may add lead time; we order-match to existing building hardware when replacing closers.
Does Hager make overhead concealed or floor closers?
Hager's closer focus is surface-mounted — they don't have a major overhead concealed (OHCC) or floor closer (BTS) line. For concealed closers, the major brands are Rixson (now Norton Rixson) for floor closers and overhead concealed, dormakaba BTS for floor, and LCN 2000/2100 or Norton 7900 for overhead concealed. Hager's lane is surface-mounted commercial where they excel, not specialty concealed applications.
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