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Fire door installation requires certified professionals who understand BS 8214:2016 standards, maintain precise gap tolerances of 2-4mm around the frame, use third-party certified fire door assemblies, and ensure proper fitting of intumescent seals, fire-rated hardware, and self-closing mechanisms to guarantee effective fire resistance performance.
Incorrect installation can reduce fire resistance from 30-60 minutes to just 5-10 minutes, rendering the door ineffective and putting lives at risk whilst potentially invalidating insurance policies and creating legal liability for the Responsible Person. We at Arrow Industrial provide comprehensive fire door services including supply and installation using certified professionals who understand the critical importance of precision fitting to ensure your fire doors perform as designed when they matter most, protecting lives and property whilst maintaining full regulatory compliance.
| Fire Door Attribute | What It Means | How We Deliver It |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Resistance Rating | Doors must resist fire for a specified period (e.g. FD30, FD60) to allow safe evacuation and containment. | Certified door leaves and frames tested to match your building’s requirements. |
| Door Core Material | The strength and fire integrity depend on the core material (timber, composite, steel). | We select accredited materials with proven fire performance and durability. |
| Glazing Integrity | Vision panels must use fire-rated glass with correct seals and beading. | All glazing systems are tested and installed to maintain fire resistance. |
| Edge, Smoke & Intumescent Seals | Seals expand in heat or block smoke to stop spread through gaps. | Precisely fitted, inspected, and replaced if worn. |
| Hardware: Hinges, Locks, Closers | Fixings must be fire-rated, durable, and resistant to heat. | Only CE/UKCA-marked hardware fitted by trained engineers. |
| Frame Fit & Installation Gaps | Small gaps allow smoke and fire through. Standards set maximum tolerances. | We follow best practice (≤3mm sides/top, ≤10mm bottom unless specified). |
| Signage & Labels | Fire doors require correct labels and markings for compliance and inspections. | Every door installed carries visible certification and signage. |
| Maintenance & Inspection | Regular checks keep fire doors effective and legally compliant. | We provide scheduled inspections, reports, and remedial works. |
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety Act 2021, property owners and “Responsible Persons” must ensure that fire doors are kept in a fit state.
Standards such as BS 9999 provide guidance on how often inspections should be carried out, for example every six months.
Labels, certification, proper installation and maintenance are not optional — they are essential for legal compliance and for protecting lives.
Our installation process begins with comprehensive site surveys to assess opening requirements, structural considerations, and specification needs. We work closely with clients to select appropriate fire door assemblies from our range of certified products, ensuring compatibility with building requirements and fire risk assessments.
We maintain detailed installation records including pre-installation photographs, gap measurements, hardware specifications, and final compliance certificates. Our teams use precision tools to verify gap tolerances and ensure all seals and hardware function correctly before handover.
We provide installation guarantees backed by comprehensive documentation and ongoing support. Our certified installers follow manufacturer instructions precisely whilst maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and attention to detail that fire door installation demands.
Following installation, we provide detailed handover documentation including maintenance schedules, inspection requirements, and certification records essential for regulatory compliance. We also offer ongoing maintenance contracts to ensure your fire doors remain compliant and effective throughout their operational life.
Our Comprehensive inspection covers;
Door Leaf and Frame Integrity
Hinges and Closers
Signage and Labels
Door Seals and Gaps
Glazing Integrity
Door Locks
Our installation process covers;
Highest quality products
Product and installation come with guarantees
Expert Health and Safety support to carry out risk assessments
Qualified and accredited engineers
Our maintenance programmes cover;
Scheduled maintenance checks
Detailed personalised reporting highlighting actions
Choose how many visits per year you need
Detailed compliance report for your records
