FIRE SAFETY & SECURITY
Fire Door Safety Week:
Maintenance & Compliance That Protects Lives
» FIRE DOOR SAFETY WEEK IS A VITAL reminder that fire doors are only effective when they’ re correctly specified, installed, and maintained. At Carlisle Brass, we’ re proud to support this initiative by offering expert guidance, reliable products, and ongoing support to ensure your fire doors perform when it matters most.
Since 1986, at Carlisle Brass, we’ ve been a trusted designer, manufacturer, and distributor of architectural ironmongery. Our team includes RegAI, DipGAI, and DipFD qualified professionals, and we’ re proud to hold ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 accreditations, along with Gold Member status from the Supply Chain Sustainability School.
Maintenance: The Lifeline of Fire Door Integrity
Fire doors aren’ t just another fixture— they’ re life-saving barriers. But without proper maintenance, their effectiveness can be compromised.
We go beyond supplying premium products. We provide detailed care instructions for everything from protecting finishes to maintaining hinges and door closers.
• Hinge Maintenance: Whether light, heavy, or severe duty, hinges must be inspected annually. Check fixing screws, replace any that are loose, and apply lubrication— wiping away excess to prevent residue buildup.
• Door Closers: These ensure fire doors close securely and reliably. Our knowledge centre offers guidance on fitting and maintaining these critical components.
Our hinge range includes ball bearing, concealed, thrust, piano, and butt hinges— each designed for specific applications, including fire-rated doors. We make it easy to access technical advice, fitting instructions, and catalogues through our online knowledge centre.
Installation: Get It Right, Stay Safe
Incorrect installation can compromise the performance of a fire door. To ensure proper fitting, we supply detailed stepby-step instructions for all our hardware including:
• Door Closers
• Panic / Exit Hardware
• Locks, Latches & Bolts
• Door Handles & Knobs
Whether you’ re a DIYer or a contractor, our resources help ensure every component is installed correctly and safely.
Security That Supports Fire Safety
Fire doors must also provide security. Our 6 Pin Euro Cylinder and Turn is a prime example— fire door rated and certified to BS EN 1303, with features like:
• Anti-drill
• Anti-pick
• Anti-bump
• Secured by Design accreditation
• Security Standard Kitemark
Our cylinder workshop and specification team are ready to assist with any security queries, ensuring your fire doors are both safe and secure.
Technical & Specification: Supporting Fire Door Safety Week— Every Step of the Way
Fire Door Safety Week is a time to reflect on the importance of proper door maintenance and compliance. Carlisle Brass is here to support correct installation:
• Ironmongery scheduling
• Technical support
• On-site assistance
• Bespoke item support
We work closely with contractors, architects, and end-users to ensure fire door assemblies meet legal and safety standards. If you’ re unsure about a product or need help with compliance, we’ re just a call or email away.
Our expert team is equipped to guide you through every stage of your fire door journey.
Call us today on 01254 274 176 or email us on specification @ carlislebrass. com
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