We all understand, and appreciate, how vitally important fire doors are in keeping us safe, especially in workplaces and other public buildings. Fire doors are part of a building’s passive fire protection system and are fundamental to fire safety strategies for any building. They provide critical protection within a building, such as escape routes, to […]
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Work with a bespoke fire door manufacturer in London
When you’re developing a professional or commercial space, or renovating an existing location, there are numerous aspects to consider. Along with design features and utility, however, it’s paramount that you focus on accessibility and safety – specifically, additions that provide a defence against fires. Through choosing a bespoke fire door, however, you can ensure that […]
Read MoreTop 5 most common problems with the use of fire doors
We’ve all seen fire doors in our places of work, public buildings and hotels. There is a natural assumption that, when we see a fire door, we believe it to be there for our safety, and most people will understand the concept of the function they perform. In the event of a fire breaking out, […]
Read MoreCan fire doors have glass in them?
Fire rated doors are a must in all business and commercial spaces. They provide additional safety and security for employees, clients and the building itself. Despite the huge safety features they offer, many fire rated doors are not aesthetically pleasing; heavy glazed fire doors obstruct natural light and internal fire doors may prevent that ‘open […]
Read MoreHow to identify a fire door
Knowing how to identify and check internal fire doors might just save your life. Fortunately, a fire door is relatively easy to identify thanks to certain tell tale signs. In the event of a fire, knowing that you can count on a minimum of 30 minutes of fire resistance delivers peace of mind and allows […]
Read MoreWhat’s an intumescent strip and how does it prevent fire spreading?
When a fire starts, the biggest danger to human life, apart from the flames, is smoke inhalation, which can damage the lungs, cause unconsciousness, and even kill if inhaled in large enough quantities. While fire doors are excellent at keeping back flames, they wouldn’t be half as effective without their intumescent seals to assist with […]
Read MoreEnfield Doors are awarded IFC certification
Enfield Doors is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious IFC certification for its fire doors. This quality accreditation provides a valuable trust mark for customers, demonstrating that our fire rated doors are manufactured to a specified quality level and compliant with all latest fire legislation. Why Enfield Doors applied for IFC […]
Read MoreFD60 fire doors: what you need to know
FD60 fire door sets consist of a one hour fire door with frame and are available in pre-hung assembly form. It’s common to fit intumescent strips in the inner frame of FD60 fire doors, although these can be fitted into the door leaf, if preferred. An FD60 fire door is tested to meet the specifications laid […]
Read MoreExterior fire door uses and regulations
If you own or rent a building that’s used by you or your employees for business activities, an appropriate exterior fire door is a legal requirement. The main legal requirement of a fire door that opens out onto the outside is that it’s not locked or blocked – clearly people inside the building need to […]
Read MoreFD30 Fire Door Specifications
Most buildings today are designed with delaying the spread of fire from one area to the next in mind. The separate compartments of the building are linked by fire doors, which allow for traffic to flow through the building. The main two functions of fire rated doors are that they act as a barrier to […]
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