Fire rated doors are an essential part of any building’s fire safety system. They are designed and tested to withstand fire for a specified period of time, preventing the spread of flames, smoke and heat. Choosing the right fire rated door is crucial for protecting human life and property.

As a leading supplier of fire doors in Dubai, Prime Phoenix offers a wide selection of certified fire rated doors to suit different needs. Whether for a high-rise building, hospital, school or industrial facility, we have fire rated sectional doors that meet all international safety standards. Our team of experts can advise on the ideal fire rated door solution based on a facility’s unique requirements and specifications.

Types of Fire Rated Doors

There are several types of fire resistant doors categorized according to the duration of fire resistance. Common fire ratings for doors are 30 minutes, 1 hour, 1.5 hours and 2 hours. The higher the rating, the longer the door can withstand fire without failing.

30-minute fire rated doors are suitable for smaller residential and commercial buildings. They are constructed from solid wood or steel.
1-hour to 1.5-hour fire doors provide added protection for buildings with high occupancy or fire load. Schools, hospitals and high-rises typically require 1-1.5 hour rated doors. These are built with robust fire-resistant materials.
2-hour fire doors offer maximum resistance for critical infrastructure. Data centers, control rooms, stairwells and industrial facilities often need 2 hour rated doors. They incorporate multiple laminated layers and insulation for superior performance.

As a fire rated door supplier, Prime Phoenix supplies fire resistant doors compliant with British Standards (BS 476), European Standards (EN 1634) and American Standards (UL 10C, NFPA 252) among others. Our manufacturers utilize advanced manufacturing processes to construct durable and reliable fire doors.

Components of Fire Rated Doors

Certified fire-rated doors are comprised of fire-resistant components engineered to work together in preventing the passage of fire.

Core material: The internal core of the door must be non-combustible and thermally insulated using rockwool, calcium silicate or glass fiber. This prevents transfer of heat through the door thickness.
Door leaf edges: Edges are typically fitted with specialized intumescent seals. During fire, the seals expand rapidly to seal gaps along the edges.
Frames: Fire rated door frames are made of galvanized steel for rigidity. Frames Delay thermal transfer and accommodate the expanding door edge seals.
Hardware: Hinges, locks, latches, door closers and seals must be fire rated to ensure the door assembly remains intact during fire. Fusible links in hold open devices allow the door to close when exposed to fire.
Glazing: Fire resistant glazing such as wired glass or fire-rated glass ceramics enable vision panels while blocking radiant heat flow.
Smoke seals: Doors are equipped with smoke seals to prevent the passage of deadly smoke and toxic gases during fire. Seals may be fixed or automatic retractable seals that lower upon sensing smoke.

Prime Phoenix supplies complete fire-rated doorsets with compatible components suitable for the intended fire rating.

Benefits of Fire Rated Doors

Save lives – Fire doors restrict the spread of fire and smoke, providing vital time for building occupants to evacuate safely. They also enable safe access and exit for firefighters during rescue operations.
Protect property – Fire-rated doors prevent fire jumping from one area to another, reducing building damage and asset loss. They provide security by safeguarding sensitive equipment and critical infrastructure.
Peace of mind – When correctly specified, installed and maintained, fire doors offer reliable fire protection for the lifetime of a building. Periodic inspection and testing verifies their performance.
Regulatory compliance – Fire resistant doors assist in meeting safety regulations and building codes which mandate their use in specific occupancies and locations. They are indispensable for passing fire inspections.
Sustainability – High quality fire doors have exceptional durability and a lifespan of 40 years or more. Their prolonged service life reduces the waste and resource consumption associated with frequent replacements.

Fire Rated Door Applications

Prime Phoenix caters to a broad spectrum of industries requiring certified fire-rated doors. Some typical applications include:

Commercial and residential high-rises – Stairwell enclosures, elevator shafts, service rooms and apartment entry doors.
Healthcare facilities – Patient wards, operating theaters, radiology departments and pharmaceutical storage.
Educational institutions – Classrooms, auditoriums, dormitories, cafeterias and stairwells.
Public venues – Cinema halls, shopping malls, hotels, airports and convention centers.
Government and military sites – Barracks, communication centers, storage bunkers and administrative offices.
Infrastructure – Power plants, metro stations, telecom exchanges, data centers and control rooms.
Marine and offshore – Accommodation blocks, laboratories and escape routes on ships and oil platforms.
Industrial premises – Warehouses, factories, gas plants, refineries and chemical storage.

Range of Fire Rated Doors

Prime Phoenix stocks a wide array of fire-rated doors suitable for any setting:

Timber fire doors – Classically styled fire rated wood doors with core and hardwood exterior. Options in flush door, panel door, glazed door and more.
Steel fire doors – Robust doors made of sheet steel with insulation inside. Available as single or double leaf doors up to 2 hour rating.
Aluminum fire doors – Lightweight durable doors for areas needing security along with fire rating. Suitable for marine and clean room uses.
Glass fire doors – Elegant doors with fire rated glass vision panels. Available as single or double glazed variants.
Sliding fire doors – Space saving doors that slide horizontally and are ideal for large openings. Manual or automatic operation.
Security fire doors – Fire resistant doors integrated with bullet proofing, blast resistance or intrusion protection.
Fire rated roller shutters – Counter shutters and rolling doors with fire resistance of up to 2 hours. Manual, motorized or automatic closure.

Marine type fire doors – Certified A-class doors for compartments onboard ships and offshore installations.

In addition to standard doors, Prime Phoenix also provides specialized fire-rated doors customized for unique situations. There are quite a few of these are available. Here are some of the popular specialized fire-rated doors listed below:

Extra large oversized doors for wide openings.
Acoustic fire doors for sound insulation together with fire rating.
Doors with higher pressure resistance for wind or water tightness.
Bullet proof doors with ballistic armor integrated with fire rating.
Radiation protection doors for shielding X-ray and other radiation.

Get Expert Guidance

With years of experience providing quality fire-rated doors in Dubai, Prime Phoenix is an ideal partner for your next project. Our team guides everything from design to materials to installation, ensuring that your doors are fire-rated and an integral part of your building’s design. The guidance you will receive from our expert team is the following

Selecting the appropriate fire door rating and design to suit the hazard and occupancy.
Optimized door sizing and layout to achieve safety as well as architectural harmony.
Onsite measurement service for accurate door sizing prior to manufacturing.
Door schedule preparation outlining exact door types for each location.
Specifying suitable fire rated hardware sets for the doors.
Overseeing correct fire door installation per manufacturer guidelines.
Guidance for maintenance, inspection and periodic fire door testing.

For any query or requirement for fire rated doors, get in touch with the experts at Prime Phoenix. We are committed to fire safety and will help recommend the ideal doors to protect your people, assets and business continuity. Contact us today to get started.