Fire and steel doors form an important part of a building’s passive fire protection strategy, helping contain fire and smoke, protect escape routes and support the safe evacuation of occupants. For commercial property managers and facilities teams, understanding how these doors are constructed, rated and maintained is essential to keeping fire safety measures effective.
Doorway Services provides commercial fire door installation, maintenance and repair for businesses across the Midlands. With experience across various commercial and industrial premises, our team can assess your requirements and provide a suitable solution.
What Are Fire & Steel Doors?
Fire-resisting door sets are designed to restrict fire and smoke from spreading from one part of a building to another for a specified period. They are commonly incorporated into compartmentation, where walls, floors and doors work together to divide a building into areas that can contain fire longer and protect escape routes.
These doors use steel as a key part of their construction, providing a robust solution for buildings where doors are exposed to regular use or demanding conditions.
Unsure which commercial fire door suits your property’s needs? Speak to our professionals at Doorway Services, and we can discuss the required resistance grades based on the building and the specified fire and security performance to choose the right fire door for your location.
Fire Rating & Certifications
Doorway Services supplies and installs fire doorsets to suit the fire-resistance requirements of commercial and industrial buildings. Available ratings include FD30, FD60 and FD120, indicating 30, 60 and 120 minutes of fire resistance, respectively. Here are some of their key details:
FD30 Fire Doors
We supply FD30 fire doors that are designed to provide approximately 30 minutes of fire resistance under the relevant test classification. Where smoke resistance is also required, we can also include an additional smoke-control designation, such as FD30S in the traditional classification system.
FD60 Fire Doors
An FD60 doorset provides 60 minutes of fire resistance and is installed in spaces where an opening requires a longer period of protection, depending on the building’s layout, use and fire strategy. Our FD60 metal fire-resisting doors are mainly useful in commercial settings, where the door is exposed to frequent traffic, equipment movement or demanding operating conditions.
FD120 Fire Doors
We also provide FD120 fire door sets that offer 120 minutes of fire resistance and may be specified for openings where the building requires a high level of protection. This can be relevant in areas where fire compartmentation must be maintained longer, such as certain high-risk or industrial applications.
Key Features & Benefits
Intumescent Seals
Our fire doors come with intumescent seals that react to heat during a fire and expand to help close gaps around the door leaf, supporting the effectiveness of the fire-resisting doorset. Our professionals also check these seals during routine fire door servicing and advise whether these components need to be replaced from time to time.
Self-Closing Mechanism
Our fire doors are available with self-closing devices that return the door to the closed position after use. We offer closures suited to the door and provide commercial fire door repairs and inspections to ensure the self-closing mechanisms operate effectively at all times.
Fire Rating and Security
Our steel fire doors and the hardware components around them, such as locks, handles, access-control equipment, glazing, plates and other modifications, can combine the required fire rating with robust security.
Durability for High Traffic Areas
The steel construction of our commercial fire doors can be advantageous in warehouses, plant rooms, service areas and industrial premises where doors face frequent use, impacts or equipment movement. However, durability does not remove the need for fire door maintenance, which is why we offer scheduled fire door servicing to determine whether repairs or fire door replacements are needed.
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Where Fire/Steel Doors Are Used
Fire doors can be used across a wide range of commercial and industrial environments where compartmentation or escape-route protection is required. Typical applications include:
Warehouses: Warehouses can contain larger open areas, storage zones, machinery and combustible materials. Fire doors in these spaces protect access points and restrict fire spread between areas.
Plant Rooms: Plant rooms may contain boilers, electrical equipment, mechanical systems or other sources of heat and ignition. Our professionals assess and provide commercial fire doors that form part of the compartmentation protecting adjoining areas and align with the required fire rating. This also depends on the building design and the fire risks associated with the equipment in the room.
Escape Routes: Fire doors are necessary for escape routes as they protect corridors, stairways and other parts of designated adjoining areas. They are designed to keep escape routes usable by restricting the movement of fire and smoke. We ensure that a fire door we install closes properly and is not wedged or propped open during normal use.
Commercial & Multiple-Occupancy Buildings: Fire doors can be used in offices, commercial buildings and multi-occupancy premises that contain several businesses or groups of occupants within the same structure. We offer fire door installation in such spaces in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which states that common circulation routes need to be protected, with additional requirements under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 for certain residential buildings.
Compliance & Standards
Choose fire doors that meet the requirements of your commercial or industrial premises. At Doorway Services, we supply and install fire doors in accordance with the fire rating and test evidence for the intended application.
We understand that fire door compliance is not simply a matter of buying doors labelled “fire rated”. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the ‘Responsible Person’ (assigned individual) must ensure that suitable fire precautions are provided and maintained. We can provide professionally installed fire doors designed to meet these specific needs.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 identifies fire doors as a safety measure. It states that fire doors must always be in good working condition, which may require regular inspections, testing, servicing and overall fire door maintenance. Doorway Services supports this by providing timely fire door servicing, maintenance and remedial work to address faults that affect the condition or operation of a fire door set.
Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
Additional requirements apply to certain residential buildings where the top storey is more than 11 metres above ground level. For instance, the ‘Responsible Person’ here must check flat entrance doors at least every 12 months and communal fire doors at least every three months. If these checks identify defects, Doorway Services can provide repairs, servicing or replacement, depending on the condition of the existing fire doorset and the remedial option.
BS 476 and BS EN 1634
Fire doors have historically been tested under standards including BS 476 Part 22. BS EN 1634-1 covers fire-resistance testing for door and shutter assemblies, while BS EN 1634-3 covers smoke-control testing. The relevant test evidence applies to the complete doorset, as a fire-rated door leaf fitted into an unsuitable frame or modified with incompatible hardware cannot be assumed to retain its tested performance. Appropriate documentation also plays an important role in demonstrating fire performance. Doorway Services understands this and installs fire doorsets in accordance with the specified configuration and their intended application.
Doorway Services can supply and install suitable fire doors for your premises, based on the building’s requirements and fire strategy. For more information, get in touch to discuss your location’s specifications or arrange a site survey today.
Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Fire Door Installation
At Doorway Services, our commercial fire door installation includes the correct frame, hardware, seal and closing arrangements to ensure the complete doorset meets its specified requirements.
Our professionals are also well-versed and know that fire door installation is different from installing an ordinary commercial door. That is why, during the fire door installation process, we consider the specific doorset, its installation requirements, the opening conditions and the compliance requirements around it.
Fire Door Maintenance
Once installed, the focus shifts to keeping the doorset operational. We offer timely fire door maintenance to address deterioration and operational issues before they affect the door’s ability to function as intended.
The frequency of fire door servicing depends on the building, how often the doors are used and the level of risk involved. Doorway Services provides fire door servicing and maintenance for commercial premises, helping businesses keep their existing fire doors safe and in working condition for the long term.
Fire Door Repairs or Replacement
When a fire door is damaged or develops a fault, we assess the condition and extent of the damage to determine whether the doorset or its components can be restored or replaced in line with the manufacturer’s requirements.
Where appropriate, we offer fire door repairs and address faults without compromising the doorset’s performance. Doorway Services provides commercial fire door repair and can assess the damage before recommending suitable remedial work. Likewise, when damage is extensive or a doorset cannot be restored adequately, we also provide fire door replacements.
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Why Choose Doorway Services
With over 25 years of experience, Doorway Services has specialised in commercial door installation, servicing and repair, supporting customers across the Midlands and Home Counties. We supply manual, automatic, sliding and fire doors, with maintenance contracts and 24/7 emergency call-out support.
Our Experience & Credentials
- Established commercial door specialists since 1996
- Same-day emergency response available
- Constructionline accredited
- SafeContractor approved
- City & Guilds-trained engineers
- CSCS-certified operatives
- DBS-checked personnel where required
These qualifications and credentials support our work across various commercial sectors and industrial environments, including sites with specific safety and competency requirements.
Choose Doorway Services for support across the full lifecycle of the doorset and rely on an experienced team to deliver the right door solution for your premises.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Should Fire Doors Be Inspected Or Serviced?
Inspection frequency depends on building type, occupancy level and fire risk assessment findings. Certain higher-risk residential buildings require quarterly checks of communal fire doors, while commercial premises should incorporate regular fire door inspections into their ongoing maintenance programme.
Who Is Legally Responsible For Fire Door Maintenance In A Commercial Building?
Responsibility usually falls to the ‘Responsible Person’, which may be the employer, landlord, building owner, facilities manager or managing agent with control of the premises.
Can a Damaged Fire Door Be Repaired or Does It Need Replacing?
Many faults, including damaged seals, closers, hinges and hardware, can be repaired. Fire door replacement is generally recommended when structural damage, certification issues or significant deterioration prevent the door from meeting its intended performance requirements.
Do You Offer Emergency Fire Door Repairs?
Yes, we provide responsive repair services for commercial clients and we can arrange urgent attendance when fire door issues require immediate attention.
How Much Does Fire Door Servicing Cost?
Costs vary depending on the number of doors, building type, access requirements and whether remedial work is required. We can provide a tailored quotation following a site assessment.
What Areas Do You Cover For Commercial Fire Doors?
We provide commercial fire door installation, servicing and replacement throughout Northamptonshire, including Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and surrounding areas.
How Often Must Fire Doors Be Inspected By Law?
There is no single inspection interval for all commercial fire doors, but the ‘Responsible Person’ must set inspection and maintenance arrangements based on the building’s fire risk. In relevant residential buildings over 11 metres, communal fire doors must be checked at least every three months and flat entrance fire doors at least every 12 months.
What’s the Difference Between FD30, FD60 and FD120?
FD30, FD60 and FD120 identify different fire resistance classifications under the applicable classification system. FD30 indicates 30 minutes of fire resistance, FD60 provides 60 minutes and FD120 provides 120 minutes, under the relevant test conditions. The required rating depends on the building and the opening.
Does a Fire Door Need a Self-Closing Mechanism?
Where required, a fire door must close fully and work efficiently. The closer must be suitable, correctly installed and maintained. A closer that is damaged, incorrectly adjusted or unable to close the door fully should be investigated as part of the building’s fire-door maintenance arrangements.
Can a Fire Door Be Repaired Instead of Replaced?
Minor faults may only need simple fire door repairs, while extensive damage or inadequate supporting evidence may make fire door replacement more appropriate.
What is the Difference Between Fire Resistance and Smoke Control?
Fire resistance concerns the doorset’s ability to resist fire for the period demonstrated by the relevant test and classifications. Smoke control concerns restrict smoke movement and may require additional seals and appropriate test evidence. A fire rating alone should therefore not be assumed to describe every aspect of a doorset’s smoke control performance.
Why Is Professional Fire Door Installation Important?
A fire door’s test evidence relates to a particular doorset configuration. Incorrect fitting, unsuitable components or inappropriate modifications can affect the performance demonstrated by that evidence. Professional fire door installation must follow the manufacturer’s instructions and the requirements of the relevant tested or classified doorset.
Need Support With Your Fire Doors?
From new fire door installation and scheduled servicing to repairs and replacement, we can do it all.
Call 0333 772 7784 or email service@doorwayservices.org and our experts can support your commercial or industrial premises throughout the life of your doorset. For urgent issues, we also provide 24/7 emergency fire door repair support.
Ready to get started? Arrange a site survey and discuss the most appropriate solution for your property.