Fire Rated Door Buying Guide

Overview

Confirm local fire rating and opening requirement first,Choose fire rated doors or rolling shutters by opening type,Coordinate controls, release devices, and project documentation

Confirm fire separation requirement

Fire rated openings should be selected according to project drawings, local code, and required fire performance.

Choose door type by opening

Fire rated doors suit personnel or compartment openings, while fire rated rolling shutters suit larger commercial or industrial openings.

Review control and release devices

Motor, control box, release device, smoke or fire signal interface, and safety accessories should be confirmed by project.

Prepare accurate project details

Send fire rating requirement, opening size, wall condition, control method, and local acceptance requirements before ordering.

Buyer Questions

What is the first step when buying a fire rated door? Confirm the required fire rating and opening type from project drawings and local regulations.

When is a fire rated rolling shutter used? It is often used for larger commercial or industrial fire separation openings.

Can fire rated doors be motorized? Some systems can be motorized with suitable controls and release devices according to project requirements.

Are hardware and accessories important? Yes. Hardware, closers, locks, control devices, and release systems should match the fire door design.

What information is needed for quotation? Fire rating, opening size, wall type, operation method, and required accessories should be provided.