SIMONSWERK’s VT 845 concealed pivot hinge, featuring an integrated self-closing mechanism for rebated frame doors, has been recognised for innovation in architectural ironmongery.
The VT 845 concealed self-closing pivot hinge for aluminium framed doors within a rebated frame has been shortlisted at this year’s GAI Specification Awards 2026 in the Mechanical Product Design & Innovation category.
Part of SIMONSWERK’s VERTO range of self-closing pivot systems, the VT 845 combines a concealed pivot hinge with an integrated self-closing mechanism, eliminating the need for additional door control hardware while maintaining a clean architectural aesthetic. Fully concealed within the door profile, the system supports the minimal detailing increasingly specified in contemporary interior design.
Compact in design, the hinge delivers automatic, controlled closing alongside precise adjustability, including height adjustment and adjustable closing speeds. With minimal installation dimensions, the VT 845 offers a discreet yet highly engineered solution, ideally suited to modern residential and commercial environments where both aesthetics and performance are paramount.
Andrew Kite, Managing Director of SIMONSWERK UK, commented:
“Being shortlisted at the GAI Specification Awards is a fantastic achievement for our team, and we are delighted that the VT 845 has been recognised by the industry.
The VT 845 is a unique product within our range and reflects our continued focus on developing innovative hinge solutions. It offers architects and specifiers a discreet self-closing solution that supports contemporary interior design while delivering the quality and reliability expected from SIMONSWERK.”
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI), in conjunction with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), hosts the Specification Awards to celebrate excellence in architectural ironmongery. Winners will be announced at the ceremony on 15 May 2026 at IET London: Savoy Place.