FIRESAFETY & SECURITY
Panic Bar Suits Scottish Regulations
Carl F Groupco , leading manufacturer of door and window hardware , including panic and emergency exit components , expands their range to include the CISA FAST Touch Panic Exit Push Bar .
» COMPATIBLE WITH FUHR PANIC exit door locks , the panic bar features fast touch operation and a special mortice panic function that works alongside the eurogroove fit FUHR multipoint panic lock range . The stainless-steel satin PVD finish provides a clean and crisp appearance .
Technical Manager John Mitchell comments on the addition to the range :
“ We are always looking to source hardware components which can offer our fabricator partners enhanced functionality and the ability to comply with the latest standards and regulations .
“ The CISA solution will be of particular interest to our Scottish fabricator partners . Scottish regulations stipulate that hardware on panic exit doors should protrude no further than 150mm for Category 1 doors and 100mm for Category 2 doors : the CISA Fast Touch Panic Bar is well under this regulation , protruding only 75mm from the door .
“ The regulation in Scotland is in place to ensure safe exit in a panic situation … the less the hardware protrudes from the door , the less likely that clothing will get caught on the door when using the exit .”
Certified in accordance with EN 1125 and CE marked the CISA panic bar has been tested beyond the expected parameters requested by regulators . Combined with approved hardware , including the CES free movement cylinder , the set complies with BS EN 1125 for panic exit hardware , and is approved for use in public buildings and premises where individuals may not be trained in escape hardware including schools , flats , and office blocks .
Carl F Groupco ’ s experienced and qualified support team are available to advise customers of the most suitable hardware solution for any application , including compliance with emergency and panic exit requirements .
www . carlfgroupco . co . uk
Opening the door to complete fire compliance
» FOLLOWING THE RELEASE OF THE Hackitt Report , Building Safety Bill and formation of the new National Construction Products Regulator , ERA has extended its longstanding commitment to third party testing and certification , by independently testing the suite of products to FD30 BS 476 , FD30 EN 1634 and FD60 BS 476 .
The portfolio includes ERA ’ s Fortress 3 * cylinder , SureFire multi-point lock , door viewer , door chain and numerals , in addition to the Fab & Fix Balmoral door handles , Windsor door handles and Nu Mail letterplate . This provides fabricators with a comprehensive package of hardware and decorative furniture that delivers unrivalled levels of security , whilst also providing an effective barrier to fire for up to 60 minutes for most timber doors .
Central to the fire door solution is ERA ’ s Surefire Classic and Heritage multi-point locks , which can be supplied with an intumescent kit , specifically for fabrication with fire doors . PAS 24 accredited , the multipoint lock provides a highly secure solution that automatically fires all locking points when the door is closed . The door is then fully secured by deadlocking the ERA 3 * maximum security cylinder .
Stuart Costigan , Product Manager for ERA , said : “ As one of the UK ’ s leading home security and fenestration component providers , we have a duty to aid them in taking a proactive
approach to fire safety and compliance that sets the standard for a new generation of accountability . This is a commitment we take extremely seriously . We have invested significantly in the independent fire testing of our most popular hardware and furniture to ensure we provide manufacturers with a complete certified offering that is suitable for use with a wide range of fire doors .
“ Door manufacturers shouldn ’ t have to compromise on visual appeal or functionality to ensure compliance , and by extending our range of independently tested solutions , we can assist fabricators in ensuring the highest levels of fire safety performance , not just for today , but for the future .”
Supplied with comprehensive test evidence and documentation , door manufacturers can be confident that when they contact their test body to assess their door substrate , the ERA certified hardware will provide the highest standards of fire performance for the required 30 or 60 minutes .
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