‘ With accountability now at the forefront of industry decision-making, should any uncertainty remain at the installation stage, or should a fire door not be operating as intended, it is essential to seek professional guidance
’ tion process whilst reinforcing the evidence behind a product’ s fire-rated performance.
During installation, installers should always adhere to the manufacturer’ s guidelines and fitting instructions, which can often be found online or may accompany reputable fire door hardware products within the packaging. Many hardware solutions are often unique to the manufacturer
, and as such, their distinctive components, fittings and fixing methods must be followed precisely to achieve the tested level of performance. With accountability now at the forefront of industry decision-making, should any uncertainty remain at the installation stage, or should a fire door not be operating as intended, it is essential to seek professional guidance.
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As standards continue to rise across the sector, competence must remain at the core of every fire door installation. Dependable fire door performance relies on fire door components working in tandem, not certification alone. And so, by placing greater importance on installation quality today, the industry can continue to deliver safer buildings for tomorrow.
Fire Door Hardware Installation Tips
• Only use hardware that has been specified or approved for the tested fire door assembly
• Install the correct number of certified fire-rated hinges using the specified fixings only
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• Ensure intumescent seals are fitted in the correct locations around the door and frame
• Adjust self-closing devices during installation where required- a fire door should fully close and latch securely from any open position, without sticking or slamming
• Verify that all locks, latches and hardware components are compatible with the tested doorset, including in retrofit applications
• Avoid unauthorised modifications or low-quality substitutions that could invalidate certification
• Test the completed fire door assembly after installation to confirm that it opens, closes and latches correctly
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The support that Allegion UK can provide
Allegion UK works closely with reputable bodies such as the GAI, BWF-FDA and DHF and as a conscious member of the supply chain is committed to supporting customers throughout product specification and the necessary installation and maintenance procedures thereafter. Allegion has a wealth of customer support resources, including its downloadable‘ Fire Door Hardware Maintenance and Installation Logbook’ and its growing library of Briton Door Closer Installation Videos, which have been designed to offer accessible guidance for professionals tasked with installing and adjusting fire door hardware.
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