Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom FRP Doors & Aluminum Entrances in Collingdale
Vale Doors, established in 1948, has built a legacy of innovation and precision in manufacturing FRP doors and aluminum entrances. Our commitment to durability, aesthetics, and serviceability is supported by a network of certified erectors and partnerships with industry leaders like Ingersoll Rand. We prioritize sustainability through eco-friendly practices, including acid-etched anodized coatings that reduce waste by 90% and recycled aluminum requiring 95% less energy than virgin production. Our FRP doors, featuring polystyrene cores and reinforced aluminum, offer unmatched thermal stability and safety compared to traditional materials. With decades of experience, we provide tailored engineering consultations and hardware solutions to meet rigorous security demands across educational, institutional, and commercial sectors.Our dedication to quality is evidenced by independent lab results exceeding 8,000 lbs of hardware retention, ensuring long-term reliability. Headquartered in Collingdale, PA, we combine personalized service with cutting-edge technology to deliver entrances that reflect clients' unique architectural visions. Our expansion plans aim to meet growing demand while maintaining rapid project timelines. Recognized for excellence in applications ranging from churches to stadiums, we remain a privately held leader in redefining door systems. Our teams expertise in concealed hardware integration and custom reinforcements ensures seamless installations even in the most demanding environments. Through continuous innovation, Vale Doors remains at the forefront of sustainable, high-performance entrance solutions.
Services
FRP Doors
Aluminum Entrances
Art Glass Integration
Insert Framing
Hardware Solutions
Color Customization
Door Reinforcements
Glazing Options
Emergency Repairs
LEED-Certified Designs
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of specialized expertise in FRP door manufacturing and installation.
- Our certified erectors ensure precise, code-compliant installations across diverse sectors.
- Eco-friendly production reduces waste by 90% while maintaining structural integrity.
- Hardware retention tested beyond 8,000 lbs for unmatched security and durability.
- Custom engineering consultations address unique security, accessibility, and design challenges.
Associations and certifications
- Ingersoll Rand Hardware Applicator
Services
FRP Doors
Vale's FRP doors combine reinforced polystyrene cores with aluminum edges for superior durability and thermal stability. These low-maintenance doors resist warping and corrosion, making them ideal for high-traffic environments like schools and hospitals. Customizable with artistic glass and security hardware, they offer both aesthetic appeal and long-term performance.
Aluminum Entrances
Our aluminum entrance systems feature heavy-duty construction with anodized finishes that reduce environmental impact. Designed for commercial buildings, these entrances integrate seamlessly with FRP components while providing exceptional structural integrity and energy efficiency for institutional and retail applications.
Art Glass Integration
Vale partners with artisans to incorporate bespoke etched and laminated glass into door designs. This service enhances architectural aesthetics for sacred spaces, corporate lobbies, and public buildings while maintaining safety standards and durability through reinforced FRP framing.
Insert Framing
Economical insert framing solutions allow reuse of existing structures while upgrading to modern FRP systems. Available in multiple finishes, these frames include weather stripping and customizable dimensions to minimize construction disruption during facility renovations.
Hardware Solutions
As certified Ingersoll Rand applicators, we engineer hardware packages for concealed vertical rod systems and high-security applications. Our reinforced door designs exceed 8,000 lbs of hardware retention, ensuring safety compliance for schools, hospitals, and commercial facilities.
Questions
What materials are Vale FRP doors made from?
Our FRP doors use polystyrene cores with 6063-T6 aluminum reinforcement and VC-95 face sheets, offering superior strength-to-weight ratios and thermal stability compared to traditional wood or metal doors.
Do you offer custom door designs?
Yes, we provide full customization including artistic glass integration, logo embossing, and Kynar color matching to meet specific architectural requirements for commercial and institutional buildings.
Are Vale doors environmentally friendly?
Our manufacturing process uses 95% recycled aluminum and reduces waste sludge by 90% through acid-etched anodization. FRP materials are non-toxic and contribute to LEED certification points.
What industries use Vale door systems?
Our products serve educational facilities, healthcare institutions, religious buildings, stadiums, and commercial properties requiring durable, low-maintenance entrance solutions with customizable aesthetics.
How do Vale doors handle security requirements?
We engineer doors with reinforced hardware mounting points exceeding 8,000 lbs of retention and offer concealed vertical rod systems specifically designed for high-security applications in schools and government buildings.
Can Vale doors be retrofitted into existing frames?
Yes, our insert framing system allows FRP door installations into deteriorated existing frames, minimizing renovation costs while upgrading performance and aesthetics for commercial buildings.
Reviews (1)
J. V.
Mar 27, 2010
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This place has been around for years...a lot of'em! They are efficient, well-priced and honest! It's a family owned business which is way more appealing than going through a larger corporate company. They do everything from doors & windows to kitchens and so on, I'm happy with the service and will continue to be a customer!
