Fire-fighting gates
Fire gates perform several tasks: they block a fire in a separate zone, protect material values from fire, and allow for the unhindered evacuation of citizens from the building. These fire-resistant protective systems have proven their effectiveness at important civil and industrial facilities where a certain degree of fire danger has been established. Fire-resistant structures are able to withstand fire for a specific period of time, during this period, fire service employees manage to get to the source of the fire and eliminate it without serious consequences. Also, the gate protects the protected object from illegal entry.
Types of fire gates
The gates are classified according to two main characteristics: according to the principle of opening and material, according to the class of fire resistance.
Fire - proof gates according to the principle of opening and the material of manufacture are divided into:
- Swing single–leaf and double-leaf systems are a popular variety because of their simplicity in design and low price. There must be enough free space to open the sash/sashes.
- Sliding gate systems are in demand for the installation of premises with limited working space. But you need a free space next to the opening. The opening takes place along horizontal guides along the walls. The design is simple, reliable and affordable.
- Lifting and sectional curtains are universal and easy-to–use gates. The system is built into any opening, suitable for objects where every square meter of working space is important and there are high ceilings
- Roll structures are fire–resistant fabric divided into small sections. Automation winds the curtain into a roll on the drum. The roll system is installed even in rooms with low ceilings and limited space on the side and in front of the gate. A reliable mechanism with no unnecessary elements.
Fire–resistant curtains - systems made of heat-resistant canvases wound on a shaft have also proved their effectiveness. They move in the direction up / down or horizontally, there are fire and smoke protection. The first perform the function of blocking the heat flow, fire, and the second – limit or completely block the smoke.
According to the fire resistance class, gates and curtains are classified depending on the time of fire resistance: at least 180 minutes – marking EI-180 (maximum value), at least 15 minutes – designation EI-15 (minimum value). The manufacturer also offers systems designed for a period of time from 30 minutes to two hours. The limits are determined by tests in accredited laboratories, they are regulated by GOST R standards. Detailed information on the types of fire resistance is indicated on the website of the MBA production company.
Requirements for fire-proof partitions
The conditions that fire protection systems must meet are established by Federal Law. Devices for spontaneous closing in the form of an electric drive or a door closer should be provided in the design. A certificate of compliance with fire safety requirements is issued for each product.
Licensed organizations should install and mount, engage in further maintenance (the document is issued by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the region).
Where are fire-resistant gates installed?
Fire-resistant partitions are purchased for installation on:
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Parking lots, car services, parking lots.
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Escalators to cut off the fire.
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The territories of aircraft hangars, shopping malls, supermarkets, boutiques and large stores.
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Administrative facilities, car centers.
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Metalworking plants.
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Different industries characterized by increased fire hazard.
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Industrial facilities, storage facilities and warehouses.
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Territories of business centers, commercial enterprises.
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Cultural objects: museums, galleries, exhibitions, cinemas, theaters, etc.
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Railway stations, catering establishments.
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High–quality fire-fighting gates from the manufacturer are products with excellent characteristics with custom-made dimensions. All products have an attractive and ergonomic design combined with a high level of vandal-proof protection, effectively restrains the source of fire in the established place.