Our service
Folgate Safety install, repair and maintain fire doors, across the Midlands and the M1 Corridor from London to Leicester.
Fire doors are essential fire protection. Fire doors help sub-divide a building into compartments, slowing down the spread of fire and allowing occupants to escape.
Our service includes a 25 point assessment on every door fixing. We are expert fire door fitters, with experience installing a wide range of doors and equipment - such as Dorgard fire door retainers.
Find out some key information about fire doors below, or read our comprehensive guide to fire door regulation for UK businesses
What are fire doors?
A Fire Door is a specially designed door that helps prevent the spread of fire and smoke within a building, providing crucial protection in the event of a fire. In the UK, internal fire doors are a key component of a building's passive fire protection system, essential for safeguarding lives and property.
Key Features of a Fire Door
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Fire Resistance: Fire doors are rated by the duration they can withstand fire, typically 30 or 60 minutes (FD30 or FD60).
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Seals: They are fitted with intumescent seals that expand in high temperatures, sealing gaps to block fire and smoke.
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Self-Closing Mechanism: Many fire doors are required to have an automatic closing mechanism to ensure they remain shut in the event of a fire.
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Fire doors should be kept closed at all times.
Legal Regulations for UK Businesses
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Regulatory Compliance: Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, UK businesses are legally required to ensure that fire doors are correctly installed, maintained, and regularly inspected.
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Escape Routes: Fire doors must be installed on escape routes and at fire compartment boundaries to help contain a fire and provide safe evacuation paths.
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Regular Checks: Businesses must ensure that fire doors are not damaged, are kept closed, and that their closing mechanisms are functional.
Proper installation and maintenance of fire doors are essential for compliance with UK fire safety laws and for ensuring the safety of everyone in the building.
Folgate Safety are expert fire door fitters. Call or email us to discuss your project today.