Lift-off Hinges – a refresher guide.
Lift-off hinges are a type of hinge made up of two parts which allow door removal without the need to open the door. Building codes in Australia require that in an emergency, a toilet door can be removed by a person standing on the outside of the toilet. In most cases, toilet doors must swing in an outward direction; be a sliding door or be removable, easily, from the outside of the compartment. This requirement only applies if the distance between the toilet pan (Water closet, W/C) and the door is less than 1200mm (1.2 metres). Readmore
Lead lined doors in the healthcare industry
Medical facilities like hospitals and diagnostic centers contain X-Ray / Radiology / Radiographic Imaging Rooms or CT Scan Rooms that emit harmful radiation. Radiation is a serious threat in most medical facilities. Radiation .Read More
How are fire-rated doors made?
A fire door is manufactured with non-combustible, heavy material, usually with metal plating to ensure the integrity of the door to is maintained under extreme temperatures for a certain duration based on the fire-rating of the door.Read More
Why keep fire doors closed at all times?
Why keep fire doors closed at all times?
Fire doors form an integral part of the fire safety strategy for any large or multi-storied property. Fire-rated doors are commonly situated in commercial buildings and large residential structures.
Keeping fire doors that are intended to stay shut, propped open prevents them from working as they should.Read More
Fire-rated Doors
Why do we need Fire-rated doors?
With the escalating effects of global warming and the growing threat of bushfires, we’re constantly surrounded by uncontrollable hazards. Staying danger-ready has become our new normal.
When it comes to protecting our residences or workplaces from the catastrophes of fire, you cannot simply count on ordinary wooden doors. Read More
FSC ®
What is FSC ® certification? And how does FSC ® certification matter?
Acoustic Doors
Are you a builder, architect, or interior designing professional?
Have you given your doors a thought?
We know first impressions are important, and your door can say a lot about you and the design of your building. Every door has a purpose. It makes a statement. It acts as an introduction to your Read More