And for high-risk properties, the committees will be able to implement more stringent rules, including how they are designed, constructed, and occupied, while owners/managers will be required to collect, monitor, and manage data on their buildings. Fire doors play an essential role in mitigating the spread of smoke and fire throughout a building, and also offering a safe means of escape. It is therefore vital that the door successfully performs to its stated standard in the event of a fire and the hardware plays a key role in helping to achieve this. Some items of ironmongery such as hinges, door closing devices and locks/latches are classed as essential components of a fireresisting door set, and it is vital that every piece of that ironmongery is proven to be compliant and compatible with the complete door when it arrives on site for final installation. Specification and supply of essential items of ironmongery also bring many risks in terms of ensuring professionals have the correct test evidence and mandatory certification to support the product, especially as there is such a wide and varied choice nowadays and the further down the chain this goes towards the end user, the more critical the knowledge of choosing of the right essential items of ironmongery is. So to help customers make the correct choice, Zoo Hardware has launched a series of Residential and Commercial fire door kits which include those essential items of ironmongery (hinges, door closing devices, locks/latches) that have been performance, fire tested, UKCA/CE marked and CERTIFIRE approved where applicable for specification and supply onto the common fire door set types in existence in accordance with the relevant European standards to suit both 30 and 60-minute fire ratings. The kits also include the relevant signage and intumescent fire protection packs for morticed hardware, depending on the application to comply with building regulations and can also provide specialised built kits depending on a customer’s needs. Zoo Hardware is able to offer its customers a range of multi-finish options on these essential items of ironmongery and signage, giving a fully suited concept on the door including the on-trend Black, Brass and Bronze finishes that are supported by test evidence and certification. As the construction industry embarks on its new safety regime, professionals and manufacturers can work together to ensure every fire door achieves complete compliance and guarantees maximum safety throughout its entire lifecycle, in line with the latest requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022. About Zoo Hardware Synonymous with quality, reliability and affordability, Zoo Hardware is a leading designer and supplier of architectural door hardware for the commercial and residential markets. Founded in Carlisle in 2009 upon a commitment to delivering the highest quality architectural ironmongery combined with exceptional customer service, Zoo Hardware’s extensive portfolio sets the standard for both aesthetics and performance. Zoo Hardware forms part of Tyman UK & Ireland, a division of Tyman, alongside its sister brand, hardware and security solutions manufacturer, ERA. With the support of Tyman UK & Ireland, Zoo Hardware is dedicated to continuous innovation and investment in the latest technologies to ensure it consistently supplies the industry with resilient, design-led hardware. For more information on Zoo Hardware and its portfolio of architectural door hardware, visit www.zoohardware.co.uk or call 01228 672900. Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk THE door industry journal summer 2023 115 Locks & Building Hardware
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