Effective fire door closers are essential for the safety of people in social housing, mental health institutes, healthcare facilities, education and other facilities with a high number of users or residents.
Powermatic is the leading brand of fire door closers, from Samuel Heath. The world-leading Powermatic R100 fire door closer is known to specifiers for its exceptional performance, engineering design and reliability.
Fire door closers automatically close doors in public buildings and private facilities in the event of a fire to prevent the spread of flames and smoke. Samuel Heath’s Powermatic R100, Powermatic R108 and Perkomatic R85 are all concealed fire door closers that are neatly hidden between the door and frame. Their design is a modern alternative to traditional overhead fire door closers.
Benefits of specifying concealed fire door closers
In addition to performance levels, there are several benefits of specifying concealed fire door closers.
- Anti-ligature
Concealed fire door closers do not pose the ligature risk associated with overhead fire door closers
- Reduced vandalism
Because they are concealed and far more difficult to damage, concealed fire door closers are not as susceptible to vandalism which can lead to safety risks and potentially the cost of replacing the entire door
- Hygiene
Concealed fire door closers don’t attract and withhold as much dust, dirt and detritus as the surfaces of traditional fire door closers
- Improved aesthetics
Overhead door closers are automatically associated with institutional spaces. Concealed fire door closers provide a more homely aesthetic which makes users feel more comfortable and relaxed
- No door clearance restrictions
Concealed fire door closers don’t require the space around a door that is need for the installation of a traditional fire door closer.
Concealed fire door closers for social housing
Local authorities are increasingly specifying concealed fire door closers for social housing properties. This is primarily because they are less likely to be vandalised or damaged which keeps maintenance, repair costs and safety risks to a minimum. If an overhead fire door closer is damaged it can impact the integrity of the entire door resulting in its replacement.
An invisible fire door closer also makes social housing accommodation feel more relaxing and homely.
Concealed fire door closers for mental health institutes
Concealed fire door closers for mental health institutes make a significant difference when it comes to safety. Clinicians, healthcare facility managers and designers are now far more likely to specify concealed fire door closers because overhead fire door closers are notoriously associated with ligature and barricade risk.
Being out of sight, the concealed fire door closers are instrumental in creating a less institutionalised environment, which can be crucial for psychiatric care and recovery.
Specify concealed fire door closers with Samuel Heath
Contact Samuel Heath to discuss your project and our concealed fire door closer products.
FAQs
Do Samuel Heath fire door closers conform to legislation and performance standards?
Yes. You can download the specifications here.
Is the R100 fire door closer Certifire approved?
Yes. The Powermatic R100 is the only jamb-mounted concealed fire door closer to be awarded a Certifire certification. This means it has been tested and approved for fire safety by a highly reputable, independent body.
Are concealed fire door closers installed in high rise accommodation?
Yes. Our concealed fire door closers offer many benefits for high rise accommodation. Find more information about this here.
