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“ when are fire rated exit devices required? ”

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Resolution: 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...:

Where do I install my Auxiliary Fire Latch (AFL) in a Less Bottom Rod, Fire Rated (LBR-F) exit device?

Resolution: Installation should be 6" from bottom of the door. See attached templates as reference. T-5494 for HM Doors W-5494 for Wood Doors:

Is there a fire rated version of the 33A/35A rim device?

Resolution: There is not a fire rated version of the Von Duprin 33A/35A rim device. Only the vertical rod devices (33/3527A-F, 33/3547A-F, 33/3548A-F) can be fire rated.:

Can a panic device be converted to a fire-rated device in the field?

Resolution: A standard exit device can't be modified to a fire rated exit device. In order to get a product with the UL fire label, a new device must be purchased. This is a UL requirement.:

Can Steelcraft doors be prepped for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device?

Resolution: 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...:

What is AFL on fire rated LBR exit devices?

Resolution: AFL stands for "Auxiliary Fire Latch" on fire rated exit devices.:

Can dogging be added to a Von Duprin fire rated exit device?

Resolution: No, dogging cannot be added to a fire-rated mechanical exit device. Fire rated devices can be only electronically dogged and drop during fire activation.: