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Is the Von Duprin 1609 strike fire rated for pairs of doors?
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The Von Duprin 1609 cannot be used on a pair of fire rated doors. We recommend using the Von Duprin fire rated mortise exit device in lieu of the rim device such as the Von Duprin 5575-F,...:
Is the Von Duprin Guard-X exit device fire rated?
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The Von Duprin Guard-X exit device is not fire rated because the deadbolt is not spring loaded. Therefore, there would be no positive latching as required on a fire rated opening. :
Are Steelcraft doors and/or frames fire rated?
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Yes, Steelcraft doors and/or frames are available and can carry a UL, WH or FM label. The type of fire label (UL, WH or FM) is dictated by the specifications and local building code. Doors ...:
What strike do I use with a Von Duprin rim device on a pair of doors with flush bolts?
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NON Fire Rated doors would use the 1609 strike applied to the inactive leaf with flushbolts. This may NOT be used on Fire Rated openings.:
What is an astragal?
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An Astragal is an applied molding attached most commonly to the meeting edge of doors to: Protection against weather conditions Minimize the passage of light between the doors Retard the passa...:
What is DeZigner Trim?
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Basic glass trim details: :
What is the maximum glass light size on a 3 hour (180 minute) fire rated door?
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Maximum glass light sizes for 3 hour fire doors is as follows: Wire glass - not approved for use in 3 hour fire doors. Ceramic glass: UL & ITS/WH allow one (1) light with 100 square inc...:
Is the XP98/99 device hurricane rated?
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The Von Duprin XP98/99 exit device is hurricane rated (non-impact rated and impact-rated) for single doors or pairs of doors. Hurricane ratings vary by location and application. ...:
What is the maximum glass light size on a 90 min (1 1/2 hour) fire rated door?
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Standard listed wire glass: one (1) light with 100 in2 per door leaf max.Firelite or other appropriately listed glass:• FM maintains one (1) light with 100 in2 per door leaf max.• UL &...:
Are FM fire rated door and frame products available?
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FM Global is an independent underwriting agency with listing, in-plant inspection, and labeling capabilities.FM fire rated doors and frames are available, however there are a minimal amount of...:
What are the different door cores available?
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The five most common cores are honeycomb, polystyrene, polyurethane, steel stiffened, and temperature rise. Honeycomb core doors are used for interior and exterior openings where high thermal...:
Can 5100 electric strikebe used on fire rated door?
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The Von Duprin 5100 electric strike is not for fire rated applications.:
Is the Von Duprin 6223 fire rated for pairs of wood doors?
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The 6223-FSE electric strike is fire rated for pairs of wood doors, but check with wood door manufacturer to see if they have been approved for this application.:
Can an electric strike be used with a surface vertical rod device on a fire-rated door?
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Not for use in fire rated openings.:
What is a U-Factor?
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The U-Factor, R-Value and K-Thermal Rating are measurements of thermal transmission through building products. U-Factor: Overall co-efficient of heat transmission passage through a built-up panel...:
Fire Rating for AD and CO locks
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The AD and CO locks both have a 3 hour fire door rating. Please see URL for more info. UL Fire Rating List:
What Steelcraft doors can be prepped for a Von Duprin InPact device?
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Steelcraft L-Series and T-Series doors are available (as an option) factory prepared for the Von Duprin InPact exit device. :
Does LCN still make a closer that has the built in smoke detector?
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The SED/MED series closers were discontinued in 2000. The SE or ME series from LCN can be used as replacements to provide a hold open feature, but will not have the smoke detectors a...:
Do any products offered by Steelcraft contain asbestos?
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Steelcraft doors and/or frames do not contain any asbestos. Steelcraft did use asbestos in the following products: Steelcraft S16-Series stile and rail door with flush panel and UL fire door l...:
Is a 20 minute label door a real fire door?
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The 20 minute Fire Rating is a valid label and are commonly referred to as "Smoke and Draft control door assemblies". Depending on the local fire code and the openings's applica...:
What is the max rating available on an full glass (FG) door?
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A UL 20 minute fire rating is the maximum fire rating for a Full Glass (FG) door design. A14-Series door construction: Max fire rating is 20 minute. UL label only FG must use Over-Lapping Stee...:
Can a 3 hour A labeled Fire Door be prepped for multiple glass lights?
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A fire rated door for 3 hours can have one glass light maximum: 100 square inches and must have an approved glass (Firelite type) Max glass size cannot exceed 12" in width or 33" in height. Wi...:
Can Steelcraft doors be prepped for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device?
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Yes, as an option, Steelcraft doors are available with factory prepared for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device.L, B, CE, T and CE-Series doors are available factory preparedDoor prepa...:
Can doors be prepared for raceways in the factory?
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Raceway availability: Optional factory installed raceways are available in doors but are not available in frames. Preparation Info: Steelcraft installs a flexible 3/4" ID steel...:
Can the 9949 CVC be used on fire rated wood doors?
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There are several door manufacturers that have achieved a 90 minute UL Fire listing as shown. Von Duprin CVC with Marshfield Wood Door: Von Duprin is pleased to announce that Marshfield ...:
Are intumescent seals or gaskets required on fire rated steel doors?
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Intumescent seals or gaskets are not required on fire rated steel doors. Generally speaking, the requirement for intumescent seals or gaskets are a function of the individual manufacturers’ listi...:
Is GrainTech available fire rated?
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GrainTech® is available with very broad fire ratings.The option of GrainTech® does not affect the fire rating of the door.Fire ratings depend on the door series, hardware and applications.For all f...:
Are astragals required on fire doors?
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Astragals are required on: 3 hour fire rated pairs: Double doors - swinging in the same direction Double Egress - swinging in opposite directions Fire rated Dutch Doors Fire rated 1 3/4" t...:
What cores are offered for insulated doors?
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Insulated Core Options: Steelcraft L-Series doors are available with the following 2 optional insulated cores: Polystyrene slab - this core is available in non fire rated and fire rated doors...:
What is GrainTech?
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GrainTech® is a Steelcraft door option which provides a wood grained pattern which is embossed into both face sheets of the door. GrainTech doors are factory stained and top coated with a cle...:
Is the 3130 Series closer Fire Rated?
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The 3130 Series closer is UL listed- Fire Rated (UL-10C) for up to 3 Hr. The Door and Frame Manufacturer needs to be contacted to verify their Door/Frame rating would not be ...:
What is the largest diameter hole that Steelcraft can provide for viewer preps?
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Non fire rated doors can be furnished with a maximum 3" diameter hole for viewer preparations.Fire rated doors have a 3/4" maximum holes size unless otherwise listed by UL or ITS/WHI. Viewers must ...:
Which strike do you use with an XP98/99 device?
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The 1609 strike cannot be used with Von Duprin XP98/99 exit device.:
Can wood doors be used with with double egress frames?
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Yes, wood doors can be used and installed in most hollow metal frame applications including FE-Series and DE-Series Double Egress frames. Caution - For fire rated applications the wood door manufa...:
Can decorative metal panels be installed over the entire surface of fire doors?
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Decorative metal panels can only be attached if the panel manufacturer is UL listed in UL’s category GVUZ. All installation, sizes and hourly ratings are in accordance with that manufacturers” ...:
What is the maximum door size for UL fire rated doors?
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Maximum UL Fire Rated door sizes are as follows:A-Series:4' 0" X 8' 0" single door8' 0" X 8' 0” double door or pairsB-Series4' 0" X 10' 0" single door8' 0" X 10' 0” double door or pairsCE-Series:3'...:
Are the Falcon SC Series door closers fire rated?
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Yes, the Falcon SC Series closers have a UL listing.:
Can protective plates be attached to fire rated door?
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Yes, Steelcraft doors we are approved up to 48" in height or not to exceed a total 2304 square inches per face. Protective plates are usually flat sheets of metal or plastic applied to one or both...:
What is the maximum door size for ITS/WHI fire rated doors?
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ITS/WHI is "Warnoch Hersey". ITS/WHI is the formal designation for Intertek Testing Services / Warnock Hersey. ITS/WHI is an independent agency with testing, listing, in-plant inspection, and label...:
What is an STC rating?
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STC stands for Sound Transmission Class. An STC (Sound Transmission Class) is a single number rating system derived from measured values of sound transmission loss in accordance with ASTM E90...: