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Council puts a stop to wedged-open fire doors
Sector
Public Sector
Customer requirements
To prevent door wedging
Product provided
Dorgard
"Staff are alerted with a beep if the batteries need changing, and Dorgard was easy to install. Fireco provides a great, fast, and friendly service, and orders usually arrive within a few days of purchase. I have recommended Dorgard to several different companies as it is such a fantastic product and Fireco offers great customer service."
Spokesperson
Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council
THE PROBLEM
Staff wedge open heavy fire doors
Staff at some of the sites would prop or wedge open the fire doors, as they were heavy and difficult to handle. Following a fire inspection, it was suggested that the council seek a solution to allow fire doors to be kept open safely. This would eradicate the need to use door wedges and improve access throughout the buildings on the different sites.
the solution
Dorgard prevents dangerous door wedging
The council searched for a product that would keep doors open but still ensure safety in case of a fire. After researching different options, Dorgard was installed. Dorgard allows fire doors to be kept open, automatically releasing them to close when an alarm is activated.
Dorgard has now been installed at various properties belonging to the local authority. A spokesperson at the council said, “It has made life much easier. Staff can move around freely, and there is no more wedging or propping open of doors.”
The Outcome
- Easier access for staff throughout buildings
- Compliant with regulations
- Non-disruptive, trustworthy solution.
The council found Dorgard to be reliable, unobtrusive, and very easy to use, with no disruption on a day-to-day basis.
Find out more about Dorgard here
Dorgard is a wireless fire door retainer that holds open fire doors, allowing them to automatically close on the sound of the fire alarm.
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