Fire-rated door

Fire-Rated Doors:Engineered for Safety and Compliance

A fire-rated door is a critical life-safety component,engineered not just as an entry point,but as an integrated system to compartmentalize fire and smoke.Its primary function is to protect escape routes,slow the spread of flames,and provide invaluable time for occupant evacuation and firefighter intervention.

Core Purpose:Containment and Protection

These doors are designed to create reliable barriers within a building.When closed,they form part of a building's fire-resistant wall system,working to:

Contain Fire:Restrict flames and intense heat to its room or zone of origin.

Block Smoke:Prevent the passage of deadly toxic smoke,which is the leading cause of fire-related fatalities.

Preserve Egress:Keep escape corridors and stairwells passable for occupants and accessible for first responders.

Key Features and Components:

Certified Performance:Every fire-rated door is a complete assembly—including the door leaf,frame,hardware,and seals—that has been rigorously tested in certified laboratories to withstand fire for a specific duration.Common ratings include 20,45,60,90,and 180 minutes.

Intumescent Seals:A critical feature embedded within the door or frame.These seals expand dramatically when exposed to heat,sealing the gaps around the door to prevent the passage of smoke and flames.

Robust Construction:The door core is typically composed of non-combustible materials such as mineral wool,gypsum,or solid wood core constructions designed for stability under heat.Frames are reinforced to maintain integrity.

Certified Hardware:All components,including hinges,locks,and closers,are specifically approved for use with the door assembly.Automatic door closers are essential to ensure the door returns to its closed,protective position.

Applications and Compliance:

Fire-rated doors are mandated by international building codes in numerous locations,including:

Stairwell and corridor enclosures

Mechanical and electrical rooms

Hazardous storage areas

Elevator lobby separation walls

Any opening in a fire-rated wall

Your Assurance of Safety

Choosing a certified fire-rated door is an investment in life safety.It is a meticulously engineered product designed to perform under the most extreme conditions,offering peace of mind and ensuring regulatory compliance for commercial,industrial,and multi-residential buildings.

Specify with Confidence.Protect with Purpose.