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Ceiling track. It all starts with selecting the proper track system for the doors to slide on. Typically pocket doors are top-hung. The track is recessed in the door opening, and the top of the door is affixed to the rolling trolley hardware or “running gear.” The trolleys are like a small set of roller skates that ride along the rails. So the track and trolleys must be sized to carry the weight of the door, and a big door like the one seen here weighs quite a bit more than a standard 32-inch to 36-inch-wide door. This project used a track system by Häfele America Company called the Hawa Junior, which is a favorite of architects. The track is made from extruded aluminum, which is stable, uniform and lightweight. The trolleys roll on two nylon wheels with ball bearings — a combination that makes for low rolling resistance and quiet operation.
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