VARIFLEX

Movable Walls for

modern interiors.

WN 05227451532 02/13 GB JP 1.5 02/13 Subject to change without notice.

DORMA Hppe
Raumtrennsysteme
GmbH + Co. KG
Industriestrae 5
26655 OCHOLT
GERMANY
Phone +49 4409 666-0
Fax +49 4409 666-489
info.hueppe@dorma.com
www.dorma-hueppe.com

DORMA CBP Schweiz AG DORMA Hppe Austria GmbH

Martingsbruggstrasse 85 Hollabererstrae 4b
9016 ST. GALLEN 4020 LINZ
SWITZERLAND AUSTRIA
Phone +41 71 282 82 82 Phone +43 732 600451
Fax +41 71 282 82 83 Fax +43 732 650326
info-cbp@dorma.com office@dorma-hueppe.at
www.dorma-cbp.ch www.dorma-hueppe.at
VARIFLEX CONTENTS

CONTENTS

Concepts

Intro Multi-functional layouts Design and aesthetics Flexibility and convenience Sound insulation Fire prevention
Page 4 5 Page 6 7 Page 8 9 Page 10 11 Page 12 13 Page 14 15

Technology

Technology Element types Variable track systems Element design Facts and figures Surface finishes
Page 16 17 Page 18 19 Page 20 21 and construction Page 24 25 Page 26 27
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VARIFLEX
SOPHISTICATED INTERIOR
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS.
Modern living areas should provide those who use
them with an enhanced quality of life. Movable
partition walls from the DORMA Hppe Variflex
system offer the best possible solution there is.
Regardless of their characteristics and function,
rooms can be effortlessly partitioned, made
smaller, larger or reproportioned to suit individual
requirements. Any area, from a small conference
room to a large exhibition hall, can be optimally
adapted to suit varying numbers of users.
4 DORMA
INTRO
Excellent sound insulation properties allow differ-
ent events to be held in adjacent areas without
any intrusive noise. This flexibility is the key to
creating the perfect ambiance in any situation,
distinguished by a broad range of surface finishes
and coverings to satisfy any creative or aesthetic
demand. Mobile partitioning coupled with flawless
operating technology enables DORMA Hppe to
provide the ideal solution every time, ensuring that
the people using the rooms feel at home, whatever
the setting.
Object: DBB Deutscher Beamtenbund, Berlin, Germany
Architect: Karl-Heinz Schommer, Bonn, Germany
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VARIFLEX MULTI-FUNCTIONAL LAYOUTS

CUSTOMISED FLEXIBILITY FOR From system configurations

to practical considerations,
with Variflex from DORMA
This guarantees the highest
degree of flexibility in daily
use. The more complex
dimensions to suit individual
requirements. The diversity
and flexibility of the system

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL LAYOUTS. Hppe, the architectural

design options are almost
the questions asked of a
mobile partitioning system,
guarantees perfect solutions
every time, even for rooms

limitless. Intelligent
partitioning creates areas
the louder the call for the
DORMA Hppe Variflex
with high or sloping ceilings
or angled walls.
perfectly customised answer. The Variflex system
to the given demands and can adapt even those areas
functional requirements. with the most unusual

Object: WMF Communication Center, Geislingen an der Steige, Germany

Architects: HPP Laage + Partner, Stuttgart, Germany;
Planungsatelier Prof. R. Schricker, Stuttgart, Germany

Flexible space division by the Variflex system for different uses.

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6 DORMA 7
VARIFLEX
FUNCTIONAL AND
AESTHETIC DESIGN.
Object: Landesversicherungsanstalt LVA Halle/Saale, Germany
Architect: Langner + Dubiel GmbH, Hanover, Germany
A room is characterised
primarily by its visual
appearance. As a result, a
room partitioning system
should also blend in har-
moniously with its given
surroundings. With an
almost infinite choice of
designs and colours to
cater for the most sophisti-
cated design and layout
requests, DORMA Hppe
Variflex fulfils this require-
ment admirably.
Comprehensively translating
creative and artistic ideas
into reality, the Variflex
system counters the most
intricate aesthetic needs
with a multitude of design
8 DORMA
options. The high-quality
materials and their visual
effects are unsurpassed.
When it comes to the de-
sign-oriented configuration
of todays living areas, it
is no wonder that DORMA
Hppe Variflex has a role
to play in all planning con-
siderations. But thats not
all. The standard of crafts-
manship embodied in
DORMA Hppe Variflex
systems is also second to
none. This applies to the
widest array of materials,
from hardwood veneers
through fabric coverings
to laminated surfaces.
Only this close attention
DESIGN AND AESTHETICS
to detail can guarantee the
desired visual appearance
for many years to come.
The use of exquisite mate-
rials and various material
combinations can be par-
ticularly appealing. Wood
and glass, wood and metal,
for example, wood and
stainless steel, and even
different woods can all be
combined, thus offering
an abundance of attractive
design options with a
visual effect that is both
striking and immediate.
Object: SIDE Hotel, Hamburg,
Germany
Architect: Jan-Srmer-Architekten,
Hamburg, Germany
Interior Design: Matteo Thun,
Mailand, Italia;
Robert Wilson, New York, USA
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VARIFLEX FLEXIBILITY AND CONVENIENCE

GREATER FLEXIBILITY AND Variflex offers the option of

semi-automatic operation
to allow rooms to be adapted
thus reducing costs, and
also enjoy proven functional
reliability as an important

CONVENIENCE AUTOMATICALLY. quickly and easily. This

alternative is tried and
complementary aid to
todays modern conference

tested solutions for every-

day use: this is extremely
technology.

economical to operate,

Object: Exhibition Hanover, Germany

The system advantages of semi-automatic (HA) technology

. Electronically controlled . Unlimited layout configu-

sealing strip operation; rations; stacking and
the partitioning is moved parking as for the manual
manually; time and system
energy savings are made
by eliminating crankwork . Floor-mounted guides
and special track rails
. the precise contact pres- are not required
sure of the sealing strips
is assured at all times . Door and window
elements can be fitted
. Generally enhanced user
convenience and safety
of operation

10 DORMA 11
VARIFLEX
Rw 60 dB
LEADING THE FIELD Weighted sound reduction
value R [dB]
80
IN SOUND INSULATION. 70
60
50
40
Object: SIDE Hotel, Hamburg, Germany 30
Architect: Jan-Srmer-Architekten, Hamburg, Germany 125 250 500
Interior Design: Matteo Thun, Milan, Italia;
One-third octave centre frequency f [Hz]
Robert Wilson, New York, USA
As well as having the func-
tion of visually subdividing
areas, movable partition
walls also have the role in
many applications of filtering
acoustic signals in order
to prevent noise disturbing
the users of the other rooms.
Room partitioning with
reliable acoustic insulation
properties is a must,
particularly when events
run concurrently.
The outstanding craftsman-
ship of the DORMA Hppe
Variflex system ensures
unsurpassed sound insula-
tion without compromising
ease of use.
The sound insulation values
of DORMA Hppe Variflex
are constantly being tested
and confirmed by interna-
tionally recognised testing
authorities; both a challenge
and an incentive to achieve
even better results through
new developments. As
freely oscillating elements,
the clip-on fascia boards
block the transmission of
structure-borne noise, thus
ensuring extremely high
sound insulation values.
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SOUND INSULATION
1000 2000 4000
The fascias can be replaced
at any time should this
be required due to damage
or to match new dcor.
Special acoustic panels
manufactured with slits
or holes encourage sound
absorption and reduce
reverberation. These
advantages, coupled with
the high quality standards
and the optical effect of
DORMA Hppe Variflex,
greatly enhance user com-
fort and offer incomparable
benefits for areas used for
musical events and larger
conferences.
In order to ensure maximum
levels of sound insulation
in respect of a project, we
recommend contacting
DORMA Hppe during the
planning phase so that any
acoustic issues such as
noise paths or the use of
a step noise reducing
joint in the flooring can be
discussed.
DORMA 13
VARIFLEX FIRE PREVENTION

FIRE PREVENTION PRECAUTIONS Catastrophic and devastat-

ing fires feature again and
again on news bulletins
option. Fire prevention and
protection must be guaran-
teed, above all in public
safety requirements and
afford better conditions
for dealing effectively with

OFFER TOTAL SECURITY from around the world. In

many instances, the
areas that are in constant
use. Safeguarding human
hazardous situation.

buildings concerned have

Object: Exhibition Vienna, Austria
Architect: Gustav Peichl, Vienna, Austria
lacked adequate fire
prevention measures. Fire
safety is of paramount
importance for protecting
human life: second-rate
solutions are simply not an
life must be the top priority
at all times.
DORMA Hppe Variflex
offers intelligent solutions
that are specifically adapted
to meet preventative fire

Object: Chapel St. Agnes, Lucerne, Switzerland

Architect: Wigplan AG Architekturbro, Lucerne, Switzerland

Object: Radisson Blu Hotel, Berlin, Germany

Architects: nps tchoban voss, Berlin, Germany

14 DORMA 15
VARIFLEX
INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY,
SYSTEMATICALLY CONCEIVED.
It is its refined technology that makes the Variflex
such a special sound-insulating partition. Its success
resides in a multitude of smart details that have
been cleverly combined to create an effective whole.
Various element types cater for widely differing
applications, and the track system is so adaptable
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TECHNOLOGY
that a Variflex partition can be designed into
even a small space. Wherever installed, the DORMA
Hppe Variflex will always deliver the impressive
acoustic performance inherent in the sophisticated
makeup of its elements. Compelling technology
of systematic splendor.
Object: Edge Hill University, Ormskirk Lancashire, Great Britain
DORMA 17
VARIFLEX
A MULTITUDE OF ELEMENT TYPES
FOR EVERY NEED.
Flexible design with element variety.
Full wall element
Double pass door
Pass door with vision panel
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Telescopic element (flush or with
overlapping thrust unit)
Pass door within element
Special element for non-load
bearing ceilings and structures
Angeld element
Pass door full height, fixed
As a component offering
ideal structural solutions in
the creation of attractive
living areas, mobile parti-
tioning is having to satisfy
increasing demands from
an ever-widening range of
applications.
Object: European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), Strasbourg, France
Architect: Richard Rogers, London, Great Britain
90-corner element
Vision element
However, the various
element types available
within the Variflex system
from DORMA Hppe can
be used in applications
of almost any kind and in
the most widely diverse
settings. Variflex systems
TECHNOLOGY ELEMENT TYPES
can match unique design
features, satisfy special
design specifications and
special features such as
sloping ceilings. Whatever
the issue, DORMA Hppe
incorporate door elements
or a variety of window
Variflex can provide the
best solution.
elements. The partitioning
can be straight or angled,
and can also accommodate
DORMA 19
VARIFLEX
EASY PARKING.
In their stacked position,
the elements form a
compact package and can
be accommodated in the
smallest of spaces depen-
ding on the room situation.
The low weight of the ele-
Inboard parking solutions
Outboard parking solutions
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ments and the associated
structural advantages are
particularly noticeable here.
Above you will find four
standard parking arrange-
ments; individual solutions
for special requirements
TECHNOLOGY VARIABLE TRACK SYSTEMS
Suspension systems
ca. 5001,000 mm
ca. 120 500 mm
The DORMA Variflex system
offers a range of suspension
systems to suit each installation
and application. Here are just A B
some examples.
are also possible. The four
by others
standard stacking/parking by others
ca. 1,000 1,500 mm
Woodscrew
track systems offer con-
120x10 mm
from 1,500 mm
max. 500 mm
venient operability with a
110150
mm
ca.
minimum of noise from
C D E
the individual elements as
they slide into position.
Track systems
Parking solution PLA 98 R-type track
Single-point suspension Track system for right-angled con-
90 to partition axis figurations with cross-roller carriers
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for element weights up to 500 kg.
Support rollers in the junctions guar-
antee easy operation when sliding
the elements across intersections.
Parking solution PLB 70 K-type track
Two-point suspension Mechanically coded junction
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90 to partition axis 16 technology with curves and
switches for easy operation;
suitable for element weights
up to 250 kg.
MR track
Steel track system for large element
heights and high weights, with
min. 350
Parking solution PLC
special mechanical coding in the
Two-point suspension
carriers, plus curves and switches
90 to partition axis
for maximum operating ease and
In several stacks 30
min. 250
effortless positioning of the elements.
Parking solution PLD
Two-point suspension
90 to partition axis
Parked in a row arrangement
DORMA 21
VARIFLEX
THE SUM OF THE
ADVANTAGES IN DETAIL.
1 Horizontal seals
The principle of double-
skin construction is applied
1 2 2
consistently in the seal
area in order to ensure
maximum sound insulation.
9
A spindle mechanism
presses extendable, spring-
loaded, double seals against
the floor and the ceiling
track. Any irregularities in
3 3 the flooring are offset
by spring-loaded double-
chamber seals. The contact
force of the sealing strips
5 does not place excessive
strain on screed floors, but
does ensure that the Variflex
system is sufficiently stable
8 6 4 4 to prevent the panels
moving, even in the event of
an attempted forced entry.
7 The bayonet arrangement
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2 Corner seals
Variflex resolves the tech-
nical issue of corner seals
with specially designed,
corner pieces that also
reinforce the stability and
sound insulation properties
of the system.
3 Vertical seals
All Variflex models have
flexible, vertical sealing
strips to ensure the best
possible seal for maximum
sound insulation. The strips
extend some distance
into the panels to ensure
positive interlock.
4 Magnetic strip
The individual panels are
centred via the magnetic
strips to guarantee sound
positive locking and sealing.
5 Cover boards
The cover boards are clipped
on as freely oscillating
panels to ensure optimum
sound insulation with
minimum system weight.
The cover board can be
replaced without removing
the panels. Their surfaces
can be coated or covered
with any conventional
interior design material.
6 Sound insulation
material
The various Variflex models
can be fitted with additional
insulation materials accord-
ing to sound insulation
requirements.
7 Operating handle
In manual systems, the
element sealing strips are
operated using a crank.
The crank has as a captive
bayonet fitting to prevent
it from being pulled off.
is easy to disengage and
prevents crank slippage.
TECHNOLOGY ELEMENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
8 Frames
The frame is made from
torsionally stiff aluminium
hollow-chamber profiles
and sectional steel tubing.
Transverse forces will not,
therefore, cause deformation
of the frame. Combined
with the panel mounted in
acoustically free suspension,
Variflex elements are able
to offer both exceptional
strength and outstanding
sound insulation.
9 Roller assemblies
The dampening track roller
assemblies prevent the
transmission of impact
forces and operating noise,
so protecting the element,
rail and carrier. TEF is synonymous with technical
perfection that is unmatched by any
other manufacturer. TEF describes
the flush edge connection of the
last wall panel that serves to form
an area of visual harmony for an
outstanding architectural solution.
DORMA 23
VARIFLEX TECHNOLOGY FACTS AND FIGURES

THE OPTIMAL PARTITION Dimensions*

Element thickness in mm 120 100

FOR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS. Manual (M) Clear height* in mm (min./max.) 2,000/14,500

Element width* in mm (min./max.) 600/1,250
2,000/14,500
600/1,250

Semi-automatic (HA) Clear height* in mm (min./max.) 2,000/6,000

Element width* in mm (min./max.) 750/1,250
2,000/6,000
750/1,250
Design
Framed construction Aluminium-steel Aluminium-steel
Panel fixing Freely oscillating Freely oscillating
Element interconnection/ Aluminium profile with integrated Aluminium profile with integrated
Object: Exhibition Vienna, Austria design of the vertical profiles magnetic strip and sealing lips magnetic strip and sealing lips
Architect: Gustav Peichl, Vienna, Austria
Finish and trim
Panel design with With visible surface edging With visible surface edging
K-type edge
Panel design with With protective surrounding trim With protective surrounding trim
U-type edge
Panel design with With robust sheet steel skin
S-type edge up to Rw 58 dB
Manual model (M) Manual operation of the elements Manual operation of the elements
and actuation of the sealing strips and actuation of the sealing strips
Semi-automatic model (HA) Manual operation of the elements, Manual operation of the elements,
electronically controlled extension electronically controlled extension
and retraction of the sealing strips and retraction of the sealing strips
Fire protection package Special frame construction in
EI 30 conjunction with tested cover board
and sealing compound
Horizontal panel joint 4,100 4,100 (with steel sheet skin:
from element height (mm) from 3,200)
Passdoors Single-leaf following technical Single-leaf or double-leaf
clearance from factory
Window element Yes
Telescopic element design Sliding portion flush or external Sliding portion flush or external
Technology
Weighted sound reduction 58/60 38 to 57
value Rw determined (as S: 58)
per EN 20140 in Rw (dB)
K-value per DIN with maximum 0.380 0.664
sound insulation package
(heat transfer coefficient)
Positive and frictional locking of Convex-concave profile form Convex-concave profile form
the vertical element connections 40 N/m 40 N/m
Rail type MR- and R-rail MR-, R and K-rail

*Note regarding Variflex dimensions: Subject to change without notice.

Larger widths possible on application. Provisional details regarding
the element heights/element widths indicated can only be confirmed
following consultation with the Design Department.

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VARIFLEX
AN UNLIMITED CHOICE
OF SURFACE FINISHES.
Object: McLay Marray & Spens, Glasgow, Scotland,
Architect: haa design, Glasgow, Scotland
One of the factors which
characterises modern interior
design is intelligent space
partitioning to create an
architectural choreography
of light and shadow. The
partition walls are a signifi-
cant part of the whole and,
with striking surface con-
trasts, can play a role in an
effective overall presentation.
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DORMA Hppe Variflex
further enhances the
aesthetic appearance with
superior-quality surface
finishes. A wide array of steel inserts; acoustic,
materials can be marshalled
to create quite stunning
visual effects. Materials to
choose from include real
wood veneers that can be
ebonised, waxed, brushed
TECHNOLOGY SURFACE FINISHES
or lime-washed. There the surface finish to
are laminates and metallic match. DORMA Hppe
finishes, granite fabric Variflex offers the best
coverings and stainless solution every time.
sheet steel and fibreglass
surfaces; glass inserts,
mirrors and textile cover-
ings. And many more
options besides. Whatever
the requirement, we have
DORMA 27
 VARIFLEX

Movable Walls for
modern interiors.

WN 05227451532 02/13 GB JP 1.5 02/13 Subject to change without notice.

DORMA Hppe
Raumtrennsysteme
GmbH + Co. KG
Industriestrae 5
26655 OCHOLT
GERMANY
Phone +49 4409 666-0
Fax +49 4409 666-489
info.hueppe@dorma.com
www.dorma-hueppe.com

DORMA CBP Schweiz AG DORMA Hppe Austria GmbH

Martingsbruggstrasse 85 Hollabererstrae 4b
9016 ST. GALLEN 4020 LINZ
SWITZERLAND AUSTRIA
Phone +41 71 282 82 82 Phone +43 732 600451
Fax +41 71 282 82 83 Fax +43 732 650326
info-cbp@dorma.com office@dorma-hueppe.at
www.dorma-cbp.ch www.dorma-hueppe.at