What are the Basic functions of fire exit devices

Fire exits are an essential component of any building’s safety plan and must be carefully maintained. Knowing the basic functions of fire exit devices can help ensure that you and your building occupants are safe and secure in the event of an emergency.

• Unlocking doors for emergency escape

• Automatically releasing door latches

• Activating fire alarms

• Illuminating the exit route

• Unlocking doors for emergency escape

One of the most basic functions of fire exit devices is unlocking doors for emergency escape. Fire exit devices are installed on doors that lead to the outside of a building and allow people to quickly exit in the case of a fire. This is done by releasing a latch that is holding the door closed. Once the latch is released, the door can be opened to allow people to quickly escape the building. Fire exit devices are a crucial part of any fire safety plan and they should always be installed and tested regularly.

• Automatically releasing door latches
  One of the most important functions of fire exit devices is the ability to automatically release the door latches. This function allows the doors to open quickly and easily when activated by a fire alarm or other emergency signal. It is designed to ensure that occupants can quickly and safely evacuate a building in the event of a fire. The automatic latch release system is typically activated by a remote switch or by a fire alarm system, which is then connected to a power source. Depending on the model, these systems may also be wired to the fire alarm system, allowing them to be activated by a manual switch or some other trigger.

• Activating fire alarms
  Fire exit devices are designed to quickly and safely evacuate a building in the event of a fire. One of the most important basic functions of these devices is activating fire alarms. When a fire is detected, fire exit devices can trigger fire alarms, alerting people in the building to evacuate. This can be done either with a manual pull-chain, a smoke detector, or some other kind of sensor that is connected to the fire alarm system. The fire exit devices can also be set to trigger an automatic call to local fire authorities, so that help can be dispatched quickly.

• Illuminating the exit route

Fire exit devices must be able to adequately illuminate the exit route so that occupants of a building can quickly and easily locate the exit in the event of an emergency. This lighting must be provided in a way that will not leave occupants disoriented and must be clearly visible and powerful enough to be seen by all occupants at all times. Exit lights should be equipped with battery backup in case of a power failure, and they must be regularly inspected to ensure they are functioning correctly. Additionally, fire exit devices should be positioned in areas that are unobstructed and free of any potential hazards.

Knowing the basic functions of these devices, such as panic bars, push bars, and fire exit alarms can help you ensure that your building is up to code and can provide a safe escape route for occupants in an emergency. DOOR CARE HARDWARE products are excellent and suitable for you.