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When are Panic Devices required?
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The use of Panic Hardware and/or Fire Exit Hardware is required by the International Building Code (IBC) and NFPA 101 – The Life Safety Code, depending on which code and which edition of the code i...:
What is the difference between Panic Hardware and Fire Exit Hardware?
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The most obvious difference (in the device) is the lack of mechanical dogging on a Fire Rated Device. There are some internal parts that may be different and the method it is secured to the d...:
Can fire rated exit devices have electric latch retraction?
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Yes, fire rated exit devices can have electric latch retraction. However, the devices must be tied into a fire alarm system to remove power from the units so the doors will be latched in the ...:
Is the Von Duprin 2' door device provided with a UL label?
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The Special Von Duprin 2' door device as of 02-07-14 is now shipped with UL Panic Hardware label or UL Fire Exit Hardware label. The 2’ devices are most commonly used in...:
What BHMA Grade is the Falcon 25 Series exit device?
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A copy of the BHMA Directory Listing can be viewed in the online Certified Directory on the BHMA web site. BHMA:
Are astragals required on 3 hour rated pairs of doors?
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All 3 hour fire rated pairs of doors do require an astragal when used without a removable hardware mullion. Pairs of doors with removable hardware mullions are treated and listed as 2 single doors...: