Door Hardware for Security & Fire Doors
Locks and door closers are critical components of any security or fire-rated door system. For a door assembly to achieve its certified rating—whether RC burglar resistance, EI fire resistance, or evacuation compliance—every component must meet the relevant European standards. This section covers the hardware specifications that ensure compatibility and compliance.
Why Hardware Matters
The RC (Resistance Class) rating according to EN 1627 applies to the complete door assembly. This means the door leaf, frame, hinges, locking system, and glazing must all be tested together. A high-security lock alone does not guarantee an RC rating; it must be part of a tested and certified door set.
Similarly, fire-rated doors require door closers certified to EN 1154, and evacuation routes require panic hardware compliant with EN 179 or EN 1125. Our hardware is selected and tested as part of our door assemblies to ensure full compliance.
Hardware Sections
Locks
Mechanical, electromechanical, and motorized locks. European standards: EN 12209, EN 14846.
Door Closers
Hydraulic and cam-action door closers. European standard: EN 1154.
Glass
EN 356 (RC doors), fire-resistant glazing (EI), EN 1063 (bullet-proof), spalling.
Access Control
Access control is covered in a separate section. See Access Control for Security Doors.
Related Standards
Our door hardware is designed to work with standards including EN 1627 (burglar resistance), EN 16034 (fire resistance), EN 179 and EN 1125 (evacuation), and EN 50518 (monitoring centers). For more details on these standards, see our European Standards section.