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April 16, 2021

Fire Doors Inspection Frequency

It is recommended to carry out maintenance work every six months or every month if the door is of frequent use. The manufacturer will offer a guide with points to consider when inspecting the door. The Technical Building Code
March 10, 2021

Hinges for fire-proof doors

Galvanised steel hinges ready to be installed on our fire-proof and multiupurpose steel doors
February 2, 2021

A fire door’s upper and lower gaps

The gaps on single leaf fire doors between door and floor, and door and upper frame so that the door operates in optimal conditions are the following
September 24, 2020

Is It Mandatory To Use BIM Methodology?

There is no law that requires the use of the BIM methodology in all projects, but some institutions require it since it improves the quality of the finished project.
March 18, 2020

Swing door dimensions differentiation

There are different types of measurements that must be taken into account when choosing a fire door and preparing the wall opening.
February 28, 2020

The elements of a smart door

there is an increasing requirement for door systems that take into consideration aspects such as safety, access controls, evacuation route and fire protection...
February 18, 2020

Fire door hinge adjustments

Sometimes, once installed the door can rub the floor or the frame. In that case, a series of adjustments can be made in order to slightly lift or to move the door.
February 13, 2020

Instructions for maintenance of fire-rated doors

To assure the proper functioning of the firer-rated door, maintenance check-ups must be done regularely. Follow the manufacturers instructions in order to do so...
February 5, 2020

The fire-rated door: types of frame

Depending on the type of installation or on the type of project, different kinds of frame might be required or preferred. At Asturmadi we make different kinds of frames for fire-rated doors to suit any construction.