Arlu® (Argenta) Pivotica Pro E 150 FM F90

Heavyweight Power Meets Magnetic Precision: The Next-Gen 150kg Concealed Pivot Hinge with 90° Hold-Open

Elevate large architectural doors up to 150kg with magnetic axis technology, fast installation, and convenient 90° hold-open functionality—without risking underfloor heating.

Redefining Heavyweight Architectural Pivot Doors

Large, floor-to-ceiling pivot doors make a bold design statement in modern residential and commercial builds. However, installing a massive 150kg door traditionally presents major challenges: difficult pin alignment during hanging, deep floor slab cutouts that destroy underfloor heating, and the need for external floor stops that ruin seamless floor lines.

Enter the Arlu® (Argenta) Pivotica Pro E 150 FM F90.

Engineered in Europe, the “E” series combines heavy-duty performance with next-generation installation technology. Designed specifically for timber and composite doors weighing up to 150kg, this concealed self-closing pivot system remains virtually invisible when closed—delivering clean architectural lines alongside effortless daily functionality.

What Does the “FM F90” Configuration Mean?

• FM (Floor Mounted): Surface-mounted footplate with minimal drilling depth, making it 100% safe for floors with embedded underfloor heating.
• F90 (Hold Open at 90°): Opens up to 150° in both directions with a mechanical hold-open position at +90° and -90°. When pushed below 90°, the integrated hydraulic mechanism automatically pulls the door back to a perfectly flush 0° closed position.

Core Features & Benefits

Certified Rigorous Quality: Complies with EN1154 European standards for door closing devices and is cycle-tested for over 200,000 smooth operations.

Magnetic Axis Technology (“E” Series): Features an innovative magnetic upper spindle that automatically extends toward the ceiling plate during mounting, turning the installation of heavy doors into a fast, effortless process.

Integrated 90° Hold-Open Position: Mechanically holds doors open at 90° in both directions without needing unsightly floor catches or wall stops.

Heavy-Duty 150kg Capacity: Effortlessly carries large interior doors up to 150kg, with height limits up to 3000mm and door thicknesses starting from 50mm.

Underfloor Heating Safe: The surface-mounted FM floor plate eliminates deep slab cutouts, keeping subfloor heating elements completely protected.

Compact Upper Pivot Head: Designed with a slim profile that requires less top-door milling, providing a clean, screw-free ceiling finish.

Active Hydraulic Soft-Closing: Built-in active 2-speed damper smoothly pulls the door to a flush 0° alignment while dampening momentum to prevent slams.

Flexible Axis Positioning: Install your pivot axis in a standard corner mount (minimum 61.5mm offset), off-centre, or fully central for rotating partition walls.

3D Precision Adjustment: Fine-tune door alignment effortlessly after hanging +3mm width, +3mm depth, and +4° alignment angle) to maintain perfect shadow gaps.

Selection Guide: Pro E vs. Standard Pro & F0 vs. F90

1. Pivotica Pro E vs. Standard Pivotica Pro:

   • Pro E (This Product): Features magnetic axis technology and a smaller upper head for simpler door milling and significantly easier alignment when hanging heavy 150kg doors.

   • Standard Pro: Uses traditional mechanical upper pivot hardware.

2. F90 (Hold Open) vs. F0 (Free Swing):

   • F90 (This Product): Mechanically holds the door open at 90° in both directions. Ideal for living rooms, hallway dividers, kitchen entries, or executive offices where keeping doors open is regularly required.

   • F0: Free-swing operation that automatically glides back to 0° closed without holding open.

3. FM (Floor Mounted) vs. BI (Built-In):

   • FM (This Product): Mounts directly onto finished flooring with a 13mm bottom clearance. Recommended for retrofits, timber floors, or slabs with underfloor heating.

   • BI: Embedded floor plate recessed into subfloors prior to finishing for a tighter 5-11mm bottom clearance.