Who makes Von Duprin?

the Allegion group of companies
Von Duprin® is a door hardware brand within the Allegion group of companies. With more than 27 brands sold in over 120 countries, Allegion is pioneering safety as a provider of security solutions for homes and businesses around the world. Von Duprin® invented the first “panic bar” exit device in 1908.

How do I order a Von Duprin exit device?

To order Von Duprin exit devices, reference the “How to order” section in the Von Duprin catalogs. All Von Duprin device series Catalogs are available on website. Choose “Catalog” for Document Type dropdown men. Then select the remaining filters for Brand and Product type to see a list of catalogs available.

What is panic hardware for doors?

An exit device – sometimes called a Panic Device or a Crash Bar – is mechanical door hardware operated from the inside of an outswing exit door through the use of a crossbar or push rail and extends at least halfway across its width.

What is a rim type exit device?

Rim exit devices are a type of panic device that is used on out-swinging doors. This exit device hardware can have trim or levers on the other side of the door. They can be labeled as fire rated or just labeled as panic hardware. Rim exit devices can be used on single doors as well as double doors.

What is the difference between von Duprin 98 and 99?

Architectural design elements differ between the 98 and the 99. The 98 Series device has a smooth mechanism case, while the 99 Series has a grooved mechanism case.

What is a von Duprin 98 99?

The 98/99 Series has been certified to the highest industry standards and are used in schools, hospitals, and government buildings. These high-performance heavy-duty push pad exit devices are designed for high use and abuse in commercial, industrial and institutional applications.

How does electric latch retraction work?

Electric latch retraction is accomplished by using a solenoid or electric motor to actually retract the latch or latches of an exit device. Below are some characteristics of electric latch retraction: Electric latch retraction is fail secure. When power is supplied, the latches retract.

Do all exit doors require panic hardware?

Keep in mind that when an application requires panic hardware, all of the doors in the means of egress from that room or area will typically require panic hardware, including the exit access, the exit and the exit discharge.

What is a Pullman latch?

A Pullman latch is a type of exit device latch. The leading edge of a Pullman latch, the part that hits the strike first as the door closes, is a ramp. The back of the latch, the part that rests against the strike to keep the door latched shut, is rounded.

How does a RIM exit device work?

The strike for a rim exit device is installed to the soffit of the strike jamb on the door frame. Most other latching hardware has a strike that is cut into the rabbet of the strike jamb. The latch will engage the strike as the door comes closed. No manual operation is required to ensure the door latches.

What is electric dogging?

Electric Dogging is designed for entrance and exit doors with panic or fire exit hardware. When energized, and after a pushpad is depressed, the pushpad and the latch bolt remain retracted, providing push-pull operation. Relocking all devices is accomplished by using a single switch or through a fire alarm input.

What is electric latch?

Electric latch retraction is also very popular on exit devices. The standard option is a mechanism that pops the latch back and allows the door to be pull opened.

How much does a panic bar cost?

The cost to have a mortise type panic bar installed, by a professional licensed locksmith, will range from $800 to $2500 depending on the desired parts.

Can panic bars be locked?

Panic doors must be able to be opened from the inside without a key, hardware must meet certain standards within compliance of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and also comply with other national, state, and local fire codes to pass inspections.

Are panic bars required on exit doors?

The IBC 2000 and 2003 editions – requires Panic Hardware and/or Fire Exit Hardware on egress doors with an occupant load of 100 people or more in the following occupancies: Educational. Assembly Occupancies. Certain High Hazard occupancies (regardless of occupant load)