Balance escape needs with robust security
Site-led specification
We consider exposure, traffic, security and the planned escape route.
Exit hardware matched
We fit panic or emergency devices suited to the door's intended use.
Operation tested
We check release, movement and secure closing after installation.
Robust doors with dependable emergency exit
A steel exit door has two jobs to balance. It needs to withstand regular commercial use, yet open readily from the escape side when people need to leave. We assess the opening, its internal or external position, the traffic level and the building's escape strategy before recommending a configuration. Single and double steel fire exit doors can be fitted with suitable frames, hinges, latches, closers and emergency-exit devices. Security needs also shape the specification, particularly for external openings. By considering escape, access and physical resilience together, we help you avoid choosing a strong door that is awkward to use or exit hardware that does not suit the opening.
Accurate fitting and a tested exit route
We measure the opening and check the supporting structure before the frame and leaf are fitted. Accurate frame fixing matters because poor alignment can make even good hardware bind, drag or refuse to latch. Once the door is hung, we install and adjust the selected panic or emergency-exit equipment, along with any required closer and locking components. We then test the door from the escape side to confirm that it releases readily, travels without obstruction and closes securely after use. You receive practical advice about the chosen function, helping you understand how the door supports egress, everyday access and site security.
Frequently asked questions
Is every steel exit door also fire-resistant?
No. Exit function and fire performance are separate requirements. We discuss the building specification and escape strategy so the chosen door provides the functions required for that particular opening.
Should we choose panic or emergency-exit hardware?
The right device depends on who uses the building, how familiar they are with the exit and the relevant escape plan. We assess the intended use and specify compatible hardware for the selected door.
Can a steel exit door provide external security?
Yes, the specification can consider external exposure and security as well as safe release from the escape side. We select suitable locking and exit components without losing sight of dependable egress.