A fire doorset comprises much more than the component parts. The door, frame, hinges, ironmongery, the glass in any vision panel and the seals must all be selected to ensure the door design is properly fire resistant and all the components must work when used in combination.

Components

A typical order for a doorset would include the provision of a 3 layer particle board as described in our Technical Manual, (please contact for further details) with a choice of facings including veneer, laminate or standard paintgrade finish. A wide range of glass is offered for vision panels from standard wired safety glass to clear safety glass, achieving fire rating requirements but also offering an aesthetically pleasing product.

Frame detail would include a variety of hardwood (often matched to the veneer), softwood or MDF. Styles of frames include stops, rebated, split and extension linings are available with standard sections being 32mm however in certain circumstances this can be reduced to 22mm and still provide fire certification.

Intumescent seals are provided for on site fitting. Once fitted these seals expand when reacting to heat providing a closed seal between the door and frame and leaves of pairs of doors. These can be provided in a range of finishes to suit individual products.

Vision panels, hinge and lock cut outs are all programmed using the latest sophisticated computerised technology on industry specific machinery.

Contracts where a larger number of doorsets are required usually have frames delivered in advance of the doors/overpanels. Due to individual components being programmed and machined on the CNC machinery, accurate fitting is achieved, provided installation is carried out in accordance with BWF Certifire Instructions.

Certification

European Door Sets is certified to supply and manufacture complete doorsets under the BWF Certifire Doorset Scheme, which is the leading representative for fire door manufacturers accounting for 90% of all fire doors sold in the UK.

Fire doorsets are tested against BS476 Part 22 or the new European Standard BSEN 1634-1, with European Door Sets being able to provide certification from FD30 to FD120 ensuring all applications are covered. Tests carried out against these standards will ensure that fire doors have met relevant Building Control requirements.

Performance

In addition, European Door Sets can work to specific designs, in terms of door facings, frame and screen detail, to meet specific building requirements, i.e. sound proofing, accessibility etc, to achieve compliance with changes in legislation.

Deliveries

All goods are manufactured and finished in our own factory. Deliveries are provided in our own liveried vehicles at pre arranged times agreed in advance with site. Items are labelled, wrapped for protection and palleted for ease of movement.

Installation

Proper installation is integral to fire door performance. It is one of the final, and one of the most crucial stages of work carried out on fire doorsets. As manufacturers go through the extensive and committed process of having their doors and components rigorously tested in accordance with the latest standards, the installation procedure becomes evermore important to ensure that the fire door remains fully reliable.European Door Sets can provide details of companies that are certified under the BWF Approved Installer Scheme. Please contact for further details.

Traceability

Every European Door Sets/BWF Certifire fire doorset is easily identified by the permanent tamper evident, easily understood and fully traceable label. Fire doorsets have a uniquely numbered label attached to them to identify the manufacturer and other data. The serial numbers of these BWF Certifire labels are recorded against the customer and site to whom sold.

Residential, Schools and Offices

Providing a wide range of aesthetically pleasing designs with the safety element uncompromised, fire doors can be designed to colour match existing designs or make an artistic statement within a new development.

All fire doors are provided with the guidance from experienced staff to ensure the client receives the product they require with the assurance of fire safety and quality. European Door Sets can offer a full package inclusive of pre-finished doorsets, pre mitred architrave, complete servicing, fitted ironmongery e.g. locks / latches, push plates, kick plates etc. to facilitate easy installation.

Acoustic doorsets can be provided in a variety of environments be it a school music room, apartment lobby or meeting room; specialist designed seals can be integrated into frames and doors to reduce noise effectively.

Residential

With the recent increase in building renovation, more apartments / flats are now being developed which require fire doorsets. Designs can be provided from traditional to contemporary incorporating colour matching to existing.

From standard paintgrade fire doors to specially designed moulds or grooving, European Door Sets has worked with a variety of Architects and Clients to provide a comprehensive range of residential fire doorsets. Providing guidance and advice from standard layouts to bespoke designs of doorsets for exclusive evelopments, European can offer the expertise.