In some industrial sectors, it’s easy to confuse a fire door with an emergency exit door when discussing them. However, the differences between the two are significant and vital, as confusing them could be fatal.
Let’s take a closer look at what they are and how they differ from one another, analysing the advantages and properties of each.
What is a fire door?
Before delving into the definition and characteristics of fire doors, it’s important to highlight the mandatory requirement to have them in every industrial building to sectorise the premises. From 1 November 2016, the European standards outlining the requirements that fire-resistant and/or smoke-control doors must meet are covered by EN 16034, EN 14351-1, and EN 13241 and must be complied with.
Fire doors are manufactured to prevent the spread of fire throughout the building, while also offering a quick evacuation route for personnel. At Kavidoors, our range of fire doors includes sliding, swing, curtains, shutters, sectional, guillotine, and cold storage doors in both swing and sliding models. All models are manufactured to the highest quality standards and undergo rigorous testing that exceeds safety requirements. In the event of a fire or power failure, for safety, all our fire doors close automatically, helping to control the flames and aiding in fire suppression.
What is an emergency exit door?
An emergency exit door is designed to create an easy and safe route to exit the building in the event of a fire or any other emergency. They are installed on the exterior and do not need to be fire-resistant as they are not intended to stop the spread of fire.
Since their function is to facilitate a quick and safe exit for personnel, it is crucial that these doors are easy to open. This is why they are often equipped with a simple push bar that makes the exit easy. These doors should be clearly signposted and well-lit, with signage directing people towards the door if its use becomes necessary.
At Kavidoors, we equip your business with the safest fire doors thanks to PIR foam, which guarantees exceptional tightness while protecting the premises in case of fire. You can find more information about fire doors by downloading our guide, where we cover the current regulations, CE marking, building code, and the different classifications of these doors.
