Door Industry Journal - Spring 2012

Also online at: www.doorindustryjournal.co.uk 46 THE door industry journal spring 2012 fire & security ALUROLL LAUNC H THE FIREROLL FS240 FIRE SHUTTER To complement the wide range of aluminium security shutters they manufacture, Aluroll has developed a steel fire shutter that has been tested and approved by Exova Warrington for fire protection up to 4 hours. Technical Manager Jason Powell said: “In 2011 we spoke to a number of customers and asked them how we could improve our product range. It soon became clear that our trade roller shutter distributors purchased large quantities of steel shutters from other suppliers as it was something we did not offer. They expressed a desire for a one stop shop for shutters and the Fireroll FS Fire Shutter is a natural progression”. For further information on the Fireroll FS240 product, please contact the Aluroll sales office on 01691 679257. FREEDOR JUST GOT EVEN BETTER! Fireco has announced some important improvements to award winning Freedor, the world’s first wireless, electrically powered free-swing door closer. For users we’ve made access smoother by adding an automatic free-swing function; reduced weekly self-test disruption and noise by making the weekly test selectable rather than a default function; and extended battery life from 12-18 months to 18-24 months. And for installers we’ve made Freedor even easier to install by simplifying the whole process. We’ve reduced the component count and removed redundant consumable parts from the package. The battery lift has also been improved making it an easier transition to activation and we’ve improved the screw elements. The environmental performance has been enhanced, too, through wider testing in different environments/scenarios. The latching action, too, has been upgraded through internal modifications and the development of a more robust latch. Award winning Freedor is a unique wireless solution that allows users to hold open fire doors at any angle, automatically closing them when the fire alarm sounds to prevent the spread of fire and smoke around the building. Installed at the top of the door Freedor is neat, unobtrusive and is easy to install in new buildings and retrofit, with none of the expense and disruption to occupants or the building associated with the installation of hard-wired door closers. Features include Fail-to-safe technology, with a minimum battery life of 12-18 months; Adjustable sensitivity; Complies with BS EN 1154, BS EN 1155, BS 7273-4 category B. For more product features visit www.firecoltd.com/fire/freedor.aspx or call Fireco Ltd on 0845 241 7474 alternatively email sales@firecoltd.com NEW FOR THE SAFETY-CONSCIOUS (AND DESIGN CONSCIOUS) WORKSPACE New Dorgards create special effects Fireco has launched a special Dorgard Effects range of finishes specifically designed for the more discerning architectural interiors market. These new sleek designs, which will enhance the most sophisticated interior, come in a range of ultra high gloss finishes, including Mahogany, Beech, Oak and Ash which are designed to blend into a fire door. Market leading Dorgard, already installed in thousands of hotels, restaurants, offices, school s and care homes thro ughout the UK and Europe, enables fire doors to be legally and safely kept open as it allows the door to close when the fire alarm sounds, preventing the spread of fire and smoke. Installed on to the bottom of the fire door in under 5 minutes, Dorgard listens for a continuous fire alarm of 65dBA or higher. Features include: Wireless unit with fail-to-safe technology; improves access throughout buildings in line with the Equality Act 2010; complies with BS EN 1155 and accepted by the Fire and Rescue Service; automatic night-time release facility; complies with BS 7273-4 category B; adjustable sensitivity; CE marked. For product information call Fireco Ltd on 0845 241 7474, email sales@firecoltd.com or visit www.firecoltd.com Dorgard Effects range of new sleek designs come in a choice of ultra high gloss finishes, including Mahogany, Beech, Oak and Ash, to subtly blend with a fire door.