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A sliding door system 11 can include a sealing mechanism 40 such that, when a door panel 10, 10 a is slid to a closed configuration 100 , one ore more seal elements 42 are extended to form a seal between the door panel 10, 10 a and it surroundings at the bottom, top and/or sides of the door to reduce or prevent infiltration of gases or liquids such as air or water. Manual or motor driven movement of the door panel 10, 10 a can automatically move an actuation mechanism 50, 50 a to extend the seals around the door. The sealing member 40 can include weather stripping, brush or another seal element 42 that is extended into sealing contact with a floor 6 or other surface. Multiple door panels 10, 10 a including the sealing system can be arranged to form a door panel system 11. |