Back

Products

Door Types

Back

Contact

T01642 337 119

Esecurity@metador.com


Find Us

Britannia House,
John Boyle Road,
Middlesbrough,
TS6 6TY

Request a quote
Fast responses to quotes, efficient paperwork and detailed updates as your order progresses.
Product support
No question is too big or too small, and if it matters to you then it’s important to us.
Request a call-back
We'd love to talk to you about how Metador can help with your next project. Our expert team are on hand to assist you.
Need Installation?
We can provide an Approved Metador Installer to make sure you get the perfect fit. Enquire Now
Back
Back
Back
External Steel Doors

Defender Sportsguard

The Defender Sportsguard, specifically designed for leisure halls, features rebound panels to provide protection against protruding hardware.

Enquire Acoustic Double Door Single Door Side and Over Panel Thermally Rated

The Defender Sportsguard doorset is manufactured for application in sports halls and leisure facilities. Using rebound panels manufactured from a durable steel construction, these doorsets not only offer protection from protruding hardware but offer superior wear in high use environments.

Built in line with the Sports England Guidance on sports halls, these doorsets offer flexible protection from impact injury when using prominent door furniture.

Enquire
See All Colours

Door leaf

• Anti-jemmy flange on the leading edge (square edged option available)

• 1.5mm galvanised steel (upgrades: 2.0mm galvanised or 1.5mm stainless steel, 304/316)

• Weld-free construction prevents premature failure

• Mineral wool core with internal strengtheners (chipboard upgrade for added strength)

• Rebound panels constructed from 1.5mm steel configured to suit requirements.

Thresholds

• Standard DDA-compliant chamfered profile in 2mm stainless steel

• Options: raised/extended cills, inward-opening profiles with drainage, 4mm ramped design

• Integrated removable thresholds available.

Over Panels/Side Panels

• Designed to expand openings, these panels integrate seamlessly with Defender Sportsguard doorsets

• Removable overpanels/transoms: Ideal for periodic access (e.g. large machinery).

Frames

• 2mm galvanised steel profiles to match depth of door leaf with the addition of rebound panels

• Bolted corners for strength

• Threaded adjustors for easy installation (16+ fixings). Optional plain fixing plates

• 3mm steel hinge brackets. Insulated frames available.

Seals

Tubular silicone rubber seal bonded into frame for optimal weather, thermal, and acoustic performance.

Key Information

Defender Sportsguard Datasheet pdf (476.0 KB)

Hardware

• Stainless steel ball bearing hinges (4+ per door, with security dogbolts)

• Upgrade options: concealed bearings, special finishes, fully concealed, heavy-duty continuous hinges

• Extensive hardware range: locks, latches, handles, panic hardware, closers, and stays. Custom hardware integration available.

Thermal Performance

Standard U-value: 2.2 W/m²K (upgrade-able to 1.4 W/m²K with Thermaguard Technology).

Acoustic Option

Acoustic-rated option available (requires automatic drop seal).

Finishes

• Powder coated in any RAL colour (marine-grade option available)

• Special finishes: textured, metallic, and woodgrain effects for a premium look.

Technical Information

Structural opening sizes (mm)*
Max WidthMax Height
Single leaf14703800
Double leaf28603800

Gallery

Accreditations
Constructionline Gold Member
NBS Source
Door and Hardware Federation
Made In Britain

Get in touch

01642 337 119

Request a quote
Fast responses to quotes, efficient paperwork, and detailed updates as your order progresses.
Product Support
No question is too big or too small, and if it matters to you then it's important to us.
Request a call-back
We would love to discuss how Metador can help with your next project. Our expert team is on hand to assist you.
Need Installation?
We can provide Approved Metador Installers to make sure you get the perfect fit. Enquire Now