Is there a frame that can adjust to fit multiple wall thicknesses?

Monday, October 25, 2021

Question: Is there a frame that can adjust to fit multiple wall thicknesses?   Answer: Surface vertical rods, specifically the bottom rod, is very often a reoccurring failure point for ... Read More »

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Are smoke doors also fire rated?

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Question: Are smoke doors also fire rated?   Answer: Answer is Yes and No. A 20 min. or higher rated door or pair of doors can also be smoke rated. ... Read More »

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Is a door closer on a Fire Rated door required?

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Question: Do I have to use a closer on a fire rated door or can I use spring hinges?   Answer: While a door closer is the preferred self-closing device ... Read More »

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If a Door Has Fire-Rated Locks, Does that Mean the Door Is Fire-Rated?

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Question: If I have a door that has a Fire-rated lockset, does that mean the door itself is automatically Fire-rated?   Answer: No, even with fire-rated hardware (most commercial locksets ... Read More »

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Can a Certified Fire Door Inspector label or re-label doors in the field?

Friday, December 18, 2020

Question: Can a Certified Fire Door Inspector label or re-label doors in the field? If not, is there a Certification that can be earned that will authorize a person to ... Read More »

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Installation of Lite Kit on Fire Rated Door

Friday, September 18, 2020

Question: Can I install a lite kit (or window) in an existing fire rated door in the field?   Answer: No, you cannot. Lite kits and other hardware preps are ... Read More »

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