Fire Exit Hardware

In the rapidly evolving landscape of commercial construction, 2026 marks a pivotal year for life safety standards. For architects, contractors, and procurement managers, selecting the right door hardware is no longer just about "opening and closing"—it is about navigating a complex web of internatio

IntroductionFire exit hardware is a critical component in ensuring the safety and compliance of buildings, especially in industrial settings like factories, warehouses, and commercial facilities. The correct installation and maintenance of fire exit hardware can mean the difference between a safe ev

In the realm of architectural design and safety, emergency exits stand as a beacon of hope during critical moments. These exits are meticulously planned and equipped to provide a swift and safe evacuation route during emergencies. One crucial aspect of emergency exit functionality is the door hardwa

As a door hardware company, D&D understands the importance of safety when it comes to protecting your property and loved ones. That is why we are proud to offer UL fire bars as a reliable solution for fire-rated doors. In this article, we will introduce you to UL certification, fire-rated doors, and

The burglar door Rim Exit Device body is a security door core component. To make our home life secure, the security door Rim Exit Device is to have strong and durable characteristics, at the same time, the security door Rim Exit Device must also be convenient to apply, if the security door Rim Exit

The surface vertical rod exit device mounts to the surface of the door. A top and a bottom rod extend the full height of the door and are attached to latch-bolt assemblies. The top latch-bolt assembly engages a strike that can be either surface-applied or mortised into the soffit of the frame. The bottom latch-bolt assembly can latch into a surface-applied or mortise strike in the floor. A latch-track threshold can also serve as a strike to secure the bottom latch-bolt assembly. Similar to rim exit devices, the operating trim extends through the door thickness and engages the lock case of the exit device. The clearance between the door bottom and the finished floor is an important dimension that needs to be addressed. Depending on the design of the latch-bolt assembly and the strike, the doors may have to be ordered with a non-standard undercut to ensure the latch-bolt can properly engage the strike.

Fire Exit Hardware is an exit device which is tested for both panic and fire conditions and is required to be used on fire doors where panic hardware is required by code or desired for durability. Since fire doors require positive-latching, fire exit hardware does not incorporate mechanical dogging. If a push/pull function is desired for a fire door, electric latch retraction hardware may be installed, as long as the latch projects automatically upon fire alarm.