Exit Only Door Hardware
Panic hardware and fire exit hardware are two different types of exit devices and the proper selection is determined by code requirements.
Exit only door hardware. Code publications define panic hardware as a door latching assembly incorporating a device that releases the latch upon the application of a force. Exit device in an aluminum finish. There are 3 models to choose from push pull handle model panic bar model and exit only model. Our lkm10k lock series replaces the lkm7000 lock series.
Panic hardware also known as an exit device or fire exit hardware when used on fire doors is designed to provide fast and easy egress to allow building occupants to exit safely in an emergency. It will need distinctive colors and easily seen or reflectable when facing the path of egress. The outside trim or control is used to retract the panic hardware latch es from the exterior. Assa abloy s architectural door accessories include a diverse range of mckinney hinges markar and pemko continuous hinges pemko sliding door hardware door bottoms and seals thresholds and ramps rockwood door pulls lite kits and louvers protection plates and architectural products and other high quality door hardware to complete your.
All exit paths must have a clearly recognizable exit sign. Door accessories such as door closers. Exit only exit device door hardware. The exit only models currently do not meet ff l 2890b.
Rim panic exit device with horizontal action touch bar top and bottom latches for single or double leaf door. Panic hardware is typically found on hallway doors where fire requirements compartmentalize and separate areas to aid in the smoke fire or heat control of a commercial building hotel or hospital. Door hardware allows doors to open and close so people can pass through an entryway. Panic hardware typically has the dogging feature which allows.
They may also allow the door to lock in order to restrict access to an area. Panic hardware is a door component that was designed to allow fast and unencumbered exit from a doorway. The global door controls touch panic bar is a the global door controls touch panic bar is a 32 in. Panic hardware is an exit device which is tested for use on a door that is required to have panic hardware but cannot be used on a fire door.
Top and bottom latches with automatic relatching keeping the latches retracted when the door is open thus avoiding contact with the floor anti picking device on top and bottom latches for improved resistance to breaking and. The exit only function has no exterior trim. Nightlatch trim is typically used where panic hardware is dogged to unlock the door and may have a cylinder only a cylinder and a pull handle or a cylinder with a fixed lever handle. Nfpa emergency exit door requirements for marking.
Subsequently place these exit signs only on emergency exit doors and doors leading to an exit. And in addition lit by a reliable light source.