Fire safety, security, and traffic management are big considerations in any commercial building.

When planning the layout of a building, you need to consider a lot more than just the placements of hallways and rooms – security doors, fire doors, and pedestrian doors require meticulous planning so that they can be effective in ensuring safety and security while also maintaining smooth and effective traffic flow.

Other considerations that must be taken into account include the amount of space available and the budget you’re working with. If you have a smaller opening, you don’t want to create a bottleneck by adding bulky swing doors, and if you have a smaller budget, you need something that’s affordable.

Fortunately, FireGuard Slim fire-rated accordion folding doors meet all these needs and more! In this blog, we’re going to highlight the benefits, features, and specs of the FireGuard Slim fire door so you can have a better idea of what you’re getting.

How FireGuard Slim Transforms Building Design and Safety

When it comes to FireGuard, it’s not what you see, it’s what you don’t see that matters.

FireGuard Slim fire doors present an ideal solution for narrow corridors and small openings, especially when affordability is a concern. The design of the FireGuard Slim security door is slimmer and stripped-down than the standard FireGuard door, eliminating a lot of cost that comes from things such as metal frames, hardware, astragals, magnetic hold-opens, and all other accessories that come with swing doors.

This clean and minimalist design is perfect for smaller corridors, where more cumbersome swing doors would block the opening too much and lead to traffic clogs and safety hazards.

Open Up the Corridor

FireGuard Slim fire doors offer a much more open and airy space. That means improved pedestrian access and egress plus a slimmer and more beautiful building overall. It’s perfect for architects, contractors, and building owners who are looking for a smart and aesthetically pleasing option that can help bring their vision to life.

FireGuard Slim doors are hidden and stay stacked until deployed by an activated fire alarm or smoke detector. This replaces the traditional, bulky swing door, creating a much more open and inviting space. Its compact footprint means traffic flow is free and unhindered by swing doors getting in the way.

Reduce Installation Costs

Installation costs for security doors can be a big stumbling block for many projects. Finding ways to reduce the cost can be a key part of ensuring success. Thanks to its slim design and reduced hardware, the FireGuard Slim fire door has a much lower installation cost than other swing doors.

Eliminate Maintenance Costs

Maintenance costs can eat up a big chunk of a building manager’s operating funds so reducing the need for maintenance is very desirable when it comes to balancing the budget. Because there’s virtually no exposed hardware, there are almost no maintenance costs associated with the FireGuard Slim security door. You’ll save time and money on service!

Create a Friendlier and More Welcoming Space

When you use big, bulky swing doors in openings, it cuts off the space and reduces the amount of light that gets through. The hallways can feel isolated and compartmentalized. Using FireGuard Slim fire doors instead means hallways are connected to each other, with improved daylighting and sightlines. Their slim, compact design allows them to be folded up until they’re needed, which means you don’t have unsightly doors blocking the view and cutting off daylight throughout your building.

Reduce Touchpoints and Improve Hygiene

Have you ever really thought about just how many people touch the handles on a door each day? You never really know where people have been and what’s on their hands – especially in high-traffic public buildings.

With the FireGuard Slim security door, you don’t have to worry about that anymore. Its slim design and minimal hardware mean it stays out of the way and doesn’t get touched by dozens – or even hundreds – of people in a day. That greatly improves the hygiene of your building and its occupants.

FireGuard Slim Features

Despite being a slimmed-down and more streamlined model, FireGuard Slim doors still boast some impressive features, such as:

• A 14” stack depth, for compact, easy storage when not folded out
• A 90-minute fire rating, giving occupants plenty of time to get to safety in the case of a fire
• Optional remote monitoring capabilities for improved security
• Available in widths of up to 9’ and heights of either 7’ or 8’
• An opening and closing speed of 8”-10” per second
• A flat leadpost for a sleek and compact look
• Ability to handle standard HVAC pressure handling – HVAC Differential Standard up to 0.05 w.c.

These features make FireGuard Slim an affordable solution that can provide fire safety and security while keeping welcoming sightlines. They are ideal for building projects that are on limited budgets and require a robust security door for smaller openings.

Creative Door Services™ Can Install FireGuard Slim Fire Doors in Your Building

At Creative Door Services™, we can install and service FireGuard Slim fire doors. We understand that you are looking for a slimmer option than the traditional swing doors and the FireGuard Slim security doors are the solution you’re looking for. It’s maximum fire protection at an affordable price.

FireGuard Slim gives you wide-open corridors while still keeping the same level of security and fire protection. Improved daylighting and unobstructed views help create a more welcoming space and improve traffic flow in your building. It’s durable, safe, and more hygienic. Plus, a 90-minute fire rating means occupants are given enough time to properly evacuate the building in the event of fire or smoke detection.

For more information on the FireGuard Slim fire door, you can contact us today. We can’t wait to hear from you. You can find us in Kelowna, British Columbia; Vancouver, British Columbia; Calgary, Alberta; Edmonton, Alberta; Fort McMurray, Alberta; Regina, Saskatchewan; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; and Winnipeg, Manitoba. We look forward to working with you.