Fire-Resistant Choices for Hotel and Mall Entrances: Aesthetic, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance
Fire-Resistant Choices for Hotel and Mall Entrances: Aesthetic, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance
In buildings with high human traffic such as hotels, hospitals, and shopping malls, door systems both contribute to the architectural aesthetics and ensure safety during emergency scenarios. Fire-resistant glazed systems meet both of these needs simultaneously, making them an ideal solution for modern projects.
The Role of Fire-Resistant Door Systems
Door systems that prevent the passage of flames and smoke during a fire allow for safe evacuation without extending the evacuation period. These systems are required to meet specific fire resistance classes according to the Turkish Regulation on Fire Protection of Buildings.
As ACP Building Components, we offer high-performance solutions by integrating Procural fire-resistant glazed aluminum systems with Dormakaba’s automatic door solutions, combining fire safety with aesthetics and functionality.
30-Minute Fire Resistance in Sliding Doors
Dormakaba ES Proline and ES 200 models can be made fire-resistant for up to 30 minutes with special components and certified glass systems. This duration offers a critical safety level in entrances with heavy foot traffic, both for evacuation and smoke control.
Up to 120 Minutes Protection in Fixed Glazed Systems
Not only sliding doors but also fixed glazed partitions play a vital role in projects. Procural fixed glazed systems provide high-security solutions with fire resistance certifications for 60, 90, and up to 120 minutes. These systems offer effective isolation, especially in IT rooms, server areas, and escape routes.
Application Example: Data Center and IT Room Security
In a recently completed project, the entrances to a business center’s server and IT rooms were entirely sealed with fixed Procural systems. Fixed glass panels with 90-minute fire resistance were selected for these areas.
Tips for Architects and Project Developers
Verify fire resistance certifications.
Remember: sliding doors provide up to 30 minutes, fixed systems up to 120 minutes of protection.
Plan systems combining aesthetics and safety from the early stages of your project.
As ACP Building Components, we offer technical support and site inspection services to ensure your projects are completed with door solutions that are compliant, safe, and visually appealing.