Description

Bobrick 2082 DuraLineSeries® Overhead-Braced Toilet Partitions .

What Is the Bobrick 2082 DuraLineSeries®?

The 2082 Series is the overhead-braced configuration of Bobrick’s DuraLineSeries® commercial toilet partition system. Overhead-braced partitions are the preferred choice for high-use facilities — including schools, stadiums, healthcare facilities, and office buildings — because the anti-grip extruded aluminum headrail ties the system together structurally, reducing racking and lateral movement without floor-to-ceiling posts.

This system is available in a Gapless (2082G) configuration for enhanced privacy, and can be specified with continuous hardware options for maximum structural rigidity.

Material Specifications: Compact Grade Laminate (CGL / Solid Phenolic)

The defining material advantage of the 2082 Series is its solidly fused Compact Grade Laminate construction — sometimes referred to as solid phenolic. Unlike honeycomb-core or particleboard-based partition systems, CGL components are integrally bonded throughout, resulting in a panel that is:

• Water-resistant — ideal for wet or high-humidity restroom environments
• Impact-resistant — engineered to withstand physical abuse in high-traffic settings
• Corrosion-resistant — the black phenolic-resin core will not rust, swell, or delaminate

The matte-finish melamine surface and black edges give the system a clean, consistent aesthetic, while the through-body construction ensures the panel maintains its structural integrity even if the surface is damaged.

Component thickness specifications:

• Stiles & Doors: 3/4″ (19mm)
• Panels: 1/2″ (13mm)

Fire Resistance Classification

Standard 2082 Series units meet ICC and NFPA Class B / ASTM E-84 Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish Classification — an important consideration for IBC-compliant restroom design. Class A classification is available when fabricated with specific laminates, making this system specifiable in occupancy types with more stringent fire-finish requirements. Architects should confirm the applicable classification early in the design phase to ensure the correct laminate is specified at time of order.

Structural & Mounting System Details

Headrail: The 2082 Series uses an extruded anodized aluminum headrail with a satin finish. The enclosed construction features a sloping top and raised grip-resistant edge — a deliberate anti-vandalism design detail that prevents users from gripping the rail to climb or destabilize the partition system.

Stile Anchoring: Floor-anchored stiles are secured using a heavy-duty leveling system consisting of a 3/16″ (5mm) thick, double zinc-plated steel angle leveling bar, providing a stable and adjustable anchoring point that accommodates minor floor irregularities common in commercial construction.

Stile Shoe: The leveling assembly is concealed beneath a one-piece, Type-304, 22-gauge (0.8mm) stainless steel shoe with a satin finish and 4″ (102mm) height — a detail that protects the leveling mechanism, simplifies cleaning, and delivers a finished appearance at the floor line.

Hardware Specifications

All standard hardware — hinges, latches, keepers, coat hooks, and mounting brackets — is constructed of 18-8, Type-304 heavy-gauge stainless steel with a satin finish. This is not decorative stainless; it is the same alloy specified for commercial food service and healthcare environments, where corrosion resistance is non-negotiable.

Fastener security: All door hardware and mounting brackets are installed using theft-resistant, stainless steel pin-in-head Torx screws — a meaningful specification detail for public-facing restroom environments where standard fasteners are frequently targeted. Hinges and latches are secured to factory-installed threaded inserts in the stile for a stronger, more durable connection than self-tapping screws.

Door operation: Balanced stainless steel hinges are adjustable to hold the door partially open when unoccupied or fully closed, depending on facility preference.

Emergency access: Locked compartments can be opened from the exterior by lifting the door to disengage the latch — no tools or special hardware required, an important life-safety detail for facility managers and code reviewers.

ADA Compliance

Door hardware on the 2082 Series complies with ADA Sections 404.2.7 and 309.4, requiring less than 5 lbs of operating force and no tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. For projects subject to ADA, FHA, or state accessibility codes, this pre-engineered compliance reduces design coordination burden and supports documentation during plan review.

Design & Specification Options

2082G — Gapless Configuration: The Gapless option features interlocking, sightline-free doors and stiles, eliminating the gap at the door edge for maximum occupant privacy. This is increasingly specified in healthcare, hospitality, and workplace restroom projects where privacy expectations are elevated.

Continuous Hardware (.67 Option): Specifying the .67 option upgrades to continuous stainless steel hinges and continuous U-channels and angle brackets, increasing structural rigidity across the full door height. Recommended for high-abuse environments or where partition longevity is a primary concern.

Maximum Height Configuration: Available for projects requiring increased privacy or a more architectural appearance — useful in hospitality or corporate interiors where standard partition heights feel inadequate.

Warranty

The Bobrick DuraLineSeries® is backed by a 25-year limited warranty against breakage, corrosion, delamination, and defects in factory workmanship. For lifecycle cost analysis and long-term facility planning, few partition systems in this category offer a comparable warranty commitment.

Specification Summary

Specify the Bobrick 2082 Series with Confidence

For commercial restroom projects where durability, moisture resistance, ADA compliance, and long-term performance are non-negotiable, the Bobrick 2082 DuraLineSeries® Overhead-Braced Partition delivers on every specification requirement. Contact our team to request product submittals, CSI-formatted specifications, or project pricing.