Throughout the decades, Centor forged a reputation for designing and manufacturing the industry’s leading window and door systems. In 1998, Centor designed and patented hardware for the modern folding door that enabled them to be used as exterior openings. These doors, for the first time, allowed architects to design homes which could connect people to the world outside. Centor introduced this technology initially to Australia, and then worked with architects in the UK, Europe and North America where Centor is the leading component supplier today.

Following the success of its folding door technology, Centor delivered another world-first, a retractable insect screen that could be used on large door openings with finger tip operation.

In 2010, Centor was introduced to Design Led Innovation, a method of strategically changing a business. Within six months, 181 Research & Development projects were cancelled with all company resources invested into designing and delivering the world’s first Integrated Doors. Three years later Centor delivered on this vision, launching the doors in the US and UK to international acclaim.