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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 exit devices are available for 2' 0" wide doors?
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We can build 33/3527A/F, 33/3547A/F, 98/9927/F, and 98/9947/F exit devices for 2 feet wide doors. Please note: therse are all vertical rod type devices. Because options within the e...:
Does Von Duprin offer an exit device for exterior use?
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Most Panic devices are not designed for exterior applications. As with any mechanical device, exposure to the elements may affect the operation and life of the device and/or finish an...:
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...:
Do we have a maximum door width or height for using pivots?
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The maximum door width that pivots have been tested is a 4' wide door. Any door greater than 4' would shorten the life of the pivots. There is no maximum door height, for offset pivots the ru...:
What strike is used for in-active leaf on pair of doors with 19-R?
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The 571 strike is used on the in-active door leaf of a pair or on the 19-V door leaf when both doors are active per template.:
Can you change 98/9947 WDC device to a 98/9947 hollow metal device?
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Yes, for Panic devices only by ordering the top rod kit part #050574, bottom rod kit part #050575, and screw pack #090061. Fire Rated devices can NOT be converted and would require a compl...:
How can I cover a 86 or 161 prepped door with a 19-R?
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The 4170 cover plate can be used to cover the 86 & 161 prepped doors.:
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...: