A fire door’s effectiveness is only as good as the components it uses. Fire-rated ironmongery—including hinges, locks, handles, and door closers—plays an essential role in ensuring the door performs during a fire. Even the strongest fire-rated door could fail if the hardware cannot withstand extreme heat.
Essential Components of Fire-Rated Ironmongery
Hinges: Built to carry the door’s weight while maintaining alignment during high-temperature exposure.
Locks and Handles: Designed to operate smoothly under heat, ensuring that occupants can exit safely.
Door Closers: Guarantee the door shuts automatically to prevent smoke and fire from spreading further.
The Consequences of Using Non-Rated Components
Using non-rated hardware can result in warped doors, jammed locks, or doors that fail to close properly. These failures compromise the building's safety and can lead to non-compliance with SANS 1253 standards.
Stronghold: Your Partner in Safety
We supply fire-rated ironmongery tailored to your needs, ensuring compliance and safety. Our solutions guarantee that your fire doors will hold up under pressure when it matters most.
Get in touch today to upgrade your ironmongery or learn more about our comprehensive fire safety solutions.
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