GE Doors Fire Tested & Certified
Fire resistance is one of the most important performance requirements for any doorset. It sits within a wider framework of Building Regulations, test standards, certification schemes, and project-specific guidance, all of which need to be considered as part of the specification process. In England, Approved Document B sets out guidance relating to life safety, including means of escape and access for the fire and rescue service. Wider fire strategies may also take account of property protection, insurer requirements, and building-specific risk considerations.
When specifying a fire doorset, it is important that fire performance is supported by appropriate test evidence and third-party certification. Fire doors in the UK have historically been referenced against BS 476 test methods, while European test standards such as EN 1634 are also used within the market. Current guidance continues to evolve, including the planned withdrawal of national classes within Approved Document B, so it is important that doorsets are specified using current, project-appropriate evidence and certification.
Fire Tested
In fire conditions, smoke control is often just as important as fire resistance itself, as smoke spread can present a serious risk to occupants. For that reason, fire doorsets are frequently specified with smoke control performance alongside their fire rating. GE Door Manufacturing doorsets are available in non-rated, FD30S and FD60S configurations as standard, with FD90S and FD120S options also available where required. Suitable intumescent and smoke seals are included to match the required performance of the doorset specification.
All GE Door Manufacturing doorsets are manufactured under the BM TRADA Q-Mark third-party certification scheme, providing independent assurance of product performance and manufacturing control. Third-party certification gives specifiers, contractors, and building owners added confidence that the doorset has been produced within a recognised and audited certification framework.