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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...:
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...:
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...:
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...:
Does Allegion write specifications and specs?
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Allegion does provides professional support to Architects and Design Professionals. For information related to specification development and support, Website for Architects and Desig...:
What's needed to write a door hardware specification?
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The following items are needed for Spec Writers to write a door and hardware specification Building code being used Occupancy type or types Occupancy load for any rooms or areas of ass...:
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...: