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Fire doors are an essential part of any building. They are crucial in the event of an emergency, not only to provide a clear and safe escape route, but to also reduce the spread of flames and smoke. Fire doors can save lives and minimise the lasting damage to a building, so it’s important that they comply with the stringent health and safety regulations of any building.

There are many different types of fire doors available – from different materials to varying fire ratings and protection levels. The effectiveness of a fire door and the type required depends on its location in the building, and the type of fire hazards surrounding it.

Two Main type of fire doors are available

1. Glazed fire door
2. Metal fire door

Glazed (glass) Fire door

It can be hard to believe that glass is an effective material used in fire protection, but thanks to advanced fire technology, it’s just as good as any. However, we’re not just talking about standard glazing here (as this would shatter under the pressure of heat) – it’s important to realise that glass fire doors must be made from fire resistant glass. This means that the glass has passed the appropriate fire tests and has been certified fire safe.

Fire resistant glass is given an E classification, meaning that the glazing will remain transparent once exposed to fire or heat, for maximum visibility and the passing through of light. It also means that the glass will only prevent the spread of fire and smoke, but does not prevent the transmission of heat. The time frame in which fire rated glass will effectively segregate areas and prevent fire and smoke from spreading, is indicated by the number following its E classification rating.

Toughened fire glass can withstand temperatures in excess of 1600°F, compared to just 250°F of standard glazing. Glass fire screens and doors can also provide performance up to 120 minutes integrity (how long the fire, smoke and flames will be contained) and insulation (protecting people in the building from the radiating heat).

Acodor is channel partner with Saintgobain glass for manufacturing fire Rated glass with 120 min of fire rating (integrity) and 30 min of insulation.

ACODOR Make Fire rated glazed partitions & doors are constructed from Galvanized steel framework sections with a provision for fixing fire rated glass in it, using suitable slim metal section or beading.

Fire rated glazed ‘Partitions’ and ‘Doors’ shall have a fire rating of up to 120 minutes as per BS 476 part 22 / EN 1634-Glazed fire rated partitions & doors are mostly used in entrance and lift lobby compartmentation . They are used at building entry areas, security areas, separation partitions in hospitals, hotel lobbies, restaurant, offices, personal cabins, commercial and public places of interaction at airports, metro rails, railways, malls etc.

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