Fire doors: Importance and future of fire protection

Fire doors play an important role in protecting people and property from the risk of fire. Installing fire doors not only helps prevent the spread of fire but also facilitates safe escape in emergency situations. This article will explain why fire doors are important to the fire protection system and the vision for their future development.

Learn about the types of fire doors available today

What is a fire door?

A fire doors is a door that is specially designed to withstand heat and prevent the spread of fire for a certain period of time, usually from 30 minutes to 120 minutes. They are made from fire-resistant materials such as steel, fire-resistant wood, or a combination of heat-resistant materials. Doors are often used in high-rise buildings, apartments, offices, factories and places with a high risk of fire and explosion.

Importance in fire protection systems

Fire doors play an important role in limiting the spread of fire, creating time for safe evacuation and preventing property damage. In modern fire protection systems, the use of doors in combination with other fire protection solutions such as fire alarm systems, automatic sprinklers and other preventive measures is a decisive factor in minimizing the risk of fire and explosion.

Building fire protection solutions

Prevent the spread of fire

When a fire occurs, it can spread very quickly if timely measures are not taken to prevent it. When installed correctly, it helps to isolate the fire in a small area and prevent it from spreading to other areas. This helps to protect human lives and limit property damage.

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Facilitate escape

Doors are not only fireproof but also designed to help people inside open easily in case of emergency. Installing doors at exits is an effective measure, helping people escape the building safely in case of fire.

Popular door types

Currently, there are many types of doors commonly used on the market, including:

Fireproof steel doors

Fireproof steel doors are one of the most popular types, widely used in industrial and commercial buildings. Fireproof steel doors are durable, heat-resistant and can prevent fire for a long time.

Fireproof wooden doors

Fireproof wooden doors are often used in civil works such as houses and apartments. This type of door has good fire resistance thanks to being covered with special layers of fireproof materials.

Fireproof rolling doors

This type of door is often installed in warehouses or large areas. Fireproof rolling doors can automatically close when a fire is detected, preventing the fire from spreading quickly.

Fireproof shutters

This type of door automatically closes when a fire is detected, helping to prevent the fire from spreading to other areas. Fireproof shutters are often installed in areas such as parking lots or basements.

Fireproof door standards and regulations

Doors are one of the important components in the fire protection system (PCCC), helping to prevent the spread of fire and protect people and property. Door standards are strictly regulated to ensure effectiveness and safety in fire prevention.

EI Standards

EI standards are one of the important indicators in evaluating the fire resistance of doors and other materials. Door types can be classified based on the fire resistance time, for example:

• EI45 door: Fire resistance for 45 minutes
• EI60 door: Fire resistance for 60 minutes
• EI90 door: Fire resistance for 90 minutes
• EI120 door: Fire resistance for 120 minutes

These standards are often used for many types of doors such as steel doors, wooden doors to fireproof glass doors, depending on the needs and type of construction.

Vietnamese standards

In Vietnam, the standards are specified in legal documents and construction standards, including:

• TCVN 9383:2012: This is the standard regulating the fire resistance testing of construction components, including fire doors. This standard assesses the time that the door can maintain its fire-prevention and insulation properties in the event of a fire.
• QCVN 06:2020/BXD: National technical regulation on fire safety for houses and buildings, including specific requirements on door types for different types of buildings such as high-rise buildings, apartments, and factories.

In addition, doors must also comply with regulations on certification of inspection from competent authorities to ensure compliance with issued standards.

The Future of Fire Doors in Fire Protection

In the future, door manufacturing technology will continue to evolve to meet the growing demands of consumers and increasingly stringent fire safety regulations.

Advanced fireproof material technology

New technology will focus on improving fireproof materials, making doors lighter, more durable, and easier to install without reducing fire prevention effectiveness.

Smart integration with warning systems

Modern fire protection solutions may include integrating doors with automatic fire alarm systems. When a fire hazard is detected, the door will automatically close, preventing fire and smoke from spreading to other areas.

Enhancing escape efficiency

The future of doors will not only stop at preventing fire, but also help improve escape ability. Future doors may be designed to open automatically when detecting people escaping, helping to speed up the evacuation process.

Technological advances

With the development of KH Shield technology and advanced fire protection products such as Fireshieldpro khs.fa fireproof panels or Fireshieldpro khs.hf.m insulation panels, the performance of fire protection solutions has been significantly improved. These products not only help prevent fire but also create a safer environment for buildings.

Preparing for a safer future

In general, doors are one of the most effective solutions in protecting people and property from the risk of fire. With advances in technology and increasingly high safety standards, doors will continue to play an important role in the fire protection system of every building.

Equipping doors with advanced fire protection solutions such as fireproofing of air ducts and the use of fireproof materials will help create a safe environment and minimize damage caused by fire.

Overview of the future of fire doors in fire protection

Doors are not just a part of the fire protection system, but also an important factor in protecting human life and property. With the continuous development of technology and improvements in fire-resistant materials, we can look forward to a safer future where the risk of fire and explosion is minimized.