In the UK, fire doors should be installed in most buildings as a safety measure, as they create a strong boundary of fire protection and compartmentalisation. Read on to learn everything you need to know about fire doors, and find out how JNR Limited can help you install and maintain them.
Why Are Fire Doors Necessary?
Fire doors are vitally important fire protection measures. They are crucial in offering both a barrier to stop the fire spreading, as well as a means for people to escape. Where fire doors are installed and their type depends on whether it is a private or commercial building, and the severity of its fire risk.
You’ll regularly find FD30 and FD60 fire doors, with the former offering 30 minutes of fire protection and the latter 60 minutes.
How Do Fire Doors Work?
Although constructed with varying methods and with a range of materials, all fire doors are much thicker than regular doors. Fire doors also include containment measures such as a solid timber frame with fire-resistant glass, and intumescent seals designed to expand at high temperatures, restricting the movement of the fire..
How To Find A Faulty Fire Door
Fire doors require regular inspection and maintenance, with strict guidelines ensuring they adequately compartmentalise the fire by being able to withstand certain heats. You can check the effectiveness of a fire door in five simple steps.
- Look for a label or plug on the top or sides of the door.
- Check if the gaps around the top and sides of the door are less than 4mm when closed.
- See if the intumescent seals around the door frame are undamaged.
- Ensure that all the hinges are firmly fixed, with no broken or damaged screws.
- Check if the door closes firmly on a latch without any resistance to the floor or frame.
About Us
At JNR Limited, we are fire door installation and maintenance specialists, and can ensure that sufficient fire protection and compartmentalisation measures are enforced. Get in touch with us today at 0121 241 3104 or info@jnrlimited.co.uk.