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Types of Fire Doors: A Comprehensive Guide

As a leading fire door manufacturer in China, YK Commercial Door Company produces 8 major types of certified fire-rated doors for global applications. Each type offers unique protection levels and aesthetic solutions for different building needs.


1. Classification by Material

A. Steel Fire Doors

  • Ratings: 30-240 minutes (FD30-FD240)

  • Core: Mineral wool or ceramic fiber

  • Applications:

    • Industrial plants

    • High-rise stairwells

    • Server rooms

  • YK’s Advantage:

    • 1.5mm galvanized steel frames

    • Optional blast-resistant versions

B. Timber Fire Doors

  • Ratings: 30-90 minutes (FD30-FD90)

  • Core: Fire-retardant treated solid wood

  • Applications:

    • Hotels

    • Offices

    • Residential buildings

  • YK’s Advantage:

    • 50+ wood species options

    • Custom carvings available

C. Glass Fire Doors

  • Ratings: 30-60 minutes (FD30-FD60)

  • Technology:

    • Ceramic-filled glazing

    • Intumescent perimeter seals

  • Applications:

    • Hospital corridors

    • Shopping malls

    • Office partitions


2. Classification by Special Features

A. Acoustic Fire Doors

  • STC Ratings: 40-55 dB

  • Combined Protection:

    • Fire resistance + sound insulation

  • Applications:

    • Concert halls

    • Hotel rooms

    • Conference centers

B. Lead-Lined Fire Doors

  • Additional Protection:

    • 2-6mm lead layers

    • Blocks X-ray radiation

  • Applications:

    • Radiology departments

    • Nuclear facilities

C. Blast-Resistant Fire Doors

  • Standards:

    • EN 13123 (blast)

    • EN 1634 (fire)

  • Applications:

    • Military bases

    • Oil refineries

    • Government buildings


3. Classification by Operation Mode

Type Mechanism Applications
Swing Fire Doors Traditional hinge operation Most common applications
Sliding Fire Doors Track-mounted systems Space-constrained areas
Rolling Shutter Fire Doors Motorized operation Warehouse loading docks

4. Specialized Fire Doors

A. Marine Fire Doors

  • Certifications:

    • SOLAS

    • IMO FTP Code

  • Features:

    • Saltwater-resistant

    • Watertight seals

B. Curtain Fire Doors

  • Operation:

    • Drop-down mechanism

    • Fusible link activation

  • Applications:

    • Atrium separations

    • Industrial openings


5. Smart Fire Doors (YK’s Latest Innovation)

✔ IoT-enabled sensors – Real-time integrity monitoring
✔ Auto-closing systems – Linked to building management
✔ Access control integration – Biometric + RFID options

Certifications: UL 10C + EN 54-25


6. Selection Guide

Choose Based On:

  1. Required Fire Rating (Local regulations)

  2. Aesthetic Needs (Wood/steel/glass)

  3. Special Features (Acoustic/radiation/blast)

  4. Operational Mode (Swing/sliding/rolling)

YK’s Custom Solutions:

  • Non-standard sizes (up to 3m width)

  • Hybrid material combinations

  • Project-specific certifications

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