The 77% figure for efficiency considerably exceeds the performance bands given in both BS EN 1154 (55% at EN3) and the technical memorandum amending BS 8300 issued by the Office of the Deputy Prime ...

The amendments to BS 8300 and the technical memorandum now stipulate a maximum opening force of 30 N when measured at 0° (closed) and 22.5 N when opened between 30° and 60°. The changes mean it will ...

But the new BS 8300 standard now offers detailed examples of what constitutes best practice, meaning premises now have a benchmark against which they can be measured. The standards committee realised ...

Revolving door BS 7036–5 gives guidance on maximum revolving speed. Additional safety devices are required for revolving doors with an internal diameter greater than 3m. Door construction Automatic ...

The new series is fully certified to BS EN 1154, CE marked and suitable for use on fire doors. When fitted to suitable doorsets, the cam action door closers will also assist in satisfying the ...

Over the past few months, I’ve become increasingly aware that architects have not spotted the changes introduced in BS 8300 (Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled ...

Featuring Cam-Motion technology to help ensure doors open smoothly and securely, the range delivers a quiet and safe door opening experience. Products from the ASSA ABLOY door closer range meet the ...

The definitive guide to designing accessible and inclusive environments, the British Standard BS 8300, has been updated and expanded following a major consultation exercise. Long regarded as the most ...

The new CE26V rack and pinion door closer is an easy-to-fit solution that can be set to any power size between 2 and 6 Compliant with the demands of BS 8300 for creating an inclusive environment, the ...