Dorgard
Wedging open fire doors is illegal and dangerous. Dorgard is the safe, legal and cost effective solution to prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
Dorgard provides a wireless solution for legally holding open fire doors in any position and releasing them upon the fire alarm sounding. Allowing access throughout your building and ensuring the fire doors are closed when they are needed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
Dorgard features
- Installs in under five minutes
- Improves access for wheelchair users in line with the Disability Discrimination Act
- Complies with BS EN 1155 and accepted by the Fire & Rescue Service
- Automatically releases fire doors when the fire alarm sounds
- Available in a variety of colours and finishes
- Automatic night-time release facility
Dorgard is suitable for normal environments, e.g. offices, care homes and hotels that have an automatic fire detection system installed.
'We have a vast number of fire doors within our hospitals. At Great Ormond Street, the National and University Hospital, Dorgards have proven an excellent, safe and legal alternative to the wedge.'
Trust Fire Advisor, Great Ormond Street