TGIFire Code Friday! 🔥 NFPA 80 6.4 requires that (2) hinges be used on doors up to 60 inches in height. One additional hinge should be used per each additional 30 inches (or fraction) of door height. If you have any tall fire-rated doors, this may require (4) or more hinges.
TGIF, it’s Fire Code Friday ! To help contain potential fires, a closing device is required on every fire door, adjusted to ensure positive latching on each door operation (NFPA 80 – 6.4). If you have doors that don’t close or latch properly, contact us ASAP for service. 703-525-1436 or service@flslock.com
TGIFire Code Friday! Have you seen the movie “The Hangover”? You may remember the bachelor gets trapped on a roof for a weekend. Well, thanks to NFPA 101, that should never happen in real life! Section 7.2.1.5.7 is all about stairwells and states if a stair enclosure allows access to the roof of the building, […]
This week looks like sunshine and beautiful spring weather! But it’s just a matter of time before April showers 🌧☔️ bring May flowers 🌷🌸. Will you be ready when the rain arrives? Rain drip guards can be installed above doors to divert water and prevent leaks. Contact us if you have questions or are interested […]
Things are a little less technical this month, as we head into the office to chat with our behind-the-scenes staff. Let’s check in with Dina, from our accounting team. She has 33 years of accounting experience and has been with FedLock for 8 years. Dina began working with accounts payable and was promoted to Accounting Manager […]
TGIFire Code Friday 🔥, Panic Bar Edition. When installing or repairing exit devices, keep in mind these code considerations: -The actuating portion of the device must be at least half the width of the door. -Panic hardware must be mounted 34-48 inches above the floor. -NO additional locking device (deadlock, padlock, chain, etc) may be […]
TGIF, it’s Fire Code Friday! Per NFPA 80.4.6, there are multiple classifications of hardware: *Builders’ hardware includes hinges, locks and latches, bolts and closers. *Fire exit hardware is an exit device labeled for both panic and fire protection. *Fire door hardware includes surface-mounted strap hinges, surface-applied latches and closing devices.
We are excited for warmer weather and spring sunshine! But the changing seasons can bring door issues. Some of the most common problems we see this time of year: *Wind damage from spring storms*Water leaks from heavy rain*Doors not closing or slamming – caused by air pressure changes due to HVAC transitioning from heat to air conditioning […]
TGIFire Code Friday! 🔥 One of the most basic, yet important, points of life safety code, NFPA 101 (7.2.1.5) states that “Locks, if provided, shall NOT require the use of a key, tool, or effort for operation from the egress side.” This means occupants exiting the building should be able to open the door with […]
TGIFire Code Friday! Have you wondered how to use access control while following fire code? NFPA 101 (7.2.1.6.2) is your answer. Fire exit doors may have an access control system provided that:– A sensor on the egress side unlocks upon detection of an occupant approaching the door.– Loss of power to the lock or sensor […]