Panic Exit Device

A panic exit device is a device that allows users to open a door by pushing a bar or a touchpad. It is also known as a crash bar, a panic bar, or a push bar. It is designed to provide fast and easy exit in an emergency situation, such as a fire or a crowd crash. It is often required by building codes and fire regulations for public buildings, such as schools, hospitals, or hotels. They can also prevent unauthorized entry from the outside by locking the door when closed. They come in different styles and sizes to fit various types of doors.

• Bar type panic device: This type is a device that allows users to open a door by pushing a bar. It is designed to provide fast and easy exit in an emergency situation, such as a fire or a crowd crush. It is often required by building codes and fire regulations for public buildings, such as schools, hospitals, or hotels. They can also prevent unauthorized entry from the outside by locking the door when closed. They come in different styles and sizes to fit various types of doors
• Rim type panic device: This type is surface mounted on the door’s exterior and has a latch that protrudes from the device. The strike plate is mounted on the door frame or the inactive door for double doors.
• Lever type panic device is a type of panic exit device that has a lever handle instead of a bar or a touchpad. It is used to open a door by pushing down the lever handle. It is suitable for doors that have a narrow stile or a glass panel. It is also more ergonomic and comfortable to use than a bar or a touchpad. It can be used with different types of locks and trims for various applications.
• Vertical rod type panic device: This type has rods that run vertically on the door and connect to latches at the top and bottom of the door. The latches can be either surface mounted or concealed. This type is suitable for double doors without a center mullion.
• Mortise type panic device: This type has a mortise lock that is installed inside the door’s edge and has a latch that extends to the strike plate on the frame. This type is more secure and durable than the rim type.
• Touchpad type panic device: This type has a touchpad instead of a bar that users can push to open the door. The touchpad can be either full length or partial length of the door. This type is more aesthetically pleasing and less prone to accidental activation than the bar type.

• Measure and mark the door according to the template provided by the manufacturer.
• Drill holes and cut out the door as needed for the device and the strike plate.
• Attach the device chassis to the door with screws or bolts.
• Attach the bar or touchpad to the chassis and adjust its length if necessary.
• Attach the end cap and any trim or accessories to the device.
• Test the device for proper operation and alignment.