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Do Commercial Building Front Doors Need to Be Fire-Rated?

There are many codes and regulations a building must adhere to, including the presence of fire-rated doors, but it is always better to be over-protected than implement the bare minimum required.

White door with black handle in white wall. Black and white exit signs are above and to the right of the door.

What Are Fire-Rated Doors Made Of?

With so many variable parts, fire-rated doors need to be properly installed and regularly tested to ensure every component is working as it should.

White, oval elevator lobby with three elevators. The elevators all have a yellow, see-through smoke curtain deployed in front of them.

What Are Fire-Rated Door Labels?

Fire-rated door labels contain vital information and let inspectors know the door is up to date and code compliant, ensuring that when needed, these doors will keep occupants safe and still facilitate evacuation.

5 Factors for the Best Atrium Protection

As breathtaking as atriums can be, they can also pose several concerns when it comes to fire and smoke protection. Atriums have the potential to provide horizontal and vertical pathways for smoke and fire to spread rapidly. Here are a few factors to consider when designing smoke and fire protection for these unique, multi-level areas.

Top 6 Smoke and Fire Curtain Installations

Buildings today need fire and smoke protection systems that are flexible, foolproof and easily integrated into preexisting structures and open concept designs.

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Why a Fire Protection System in a Building Is Important for Business

Let's go over the main types and components of fire protection systems, their importance and relevance to business.

What Are Regulations for Fire-Rated Doors?

A fire-rated door is a vital part of any fire protection system. It reduces the spread of fire and smoke and compartmentalizes a space to keep the threat contained and provide a protected route of egress.

Are Smoke Detectors Enough Protection?

When it comes to safety, Smoke Guard believes the more protective measures in place the better. While smoke detectors do save lives and are a valuable resource, there are other safety systems, like sprinkler systems and fire curtains, that do more than just warn occupants of potential threats.

Can Fire-Rated Doors Have Glass Panels?

We put together this guide to answer those questions and provide some aesthetic alternatives that don’t disrupt the safety or beauty of your design.

With so many types of curtains available, it can be difficult to understand the differences between them. When it comes to fire vs. smoke curtains, which one is the best choice for your project? Let’s talk about the similarities and the differences between fire and smoke curtains and learn more about their ideal uses.