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Smart retrofitting and sustainability
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Smart retrofitting and sustainability

At Selectrite, sustainability isn’t about ticking boxes or collecting paperwork, anyone can do that. For those who are truly serious about reducing environmental impact, genuine action matters far more than claims or certifications.

In this blog, we’ll share why the MK2 Door Coordinator makes sense for sustainable specification and the ways we are approaching sustainability, beyond compliance.

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why correct installation of fire door selectors is vital for fire safety
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why correct installation of fire door selectors is vital for fire safety

If a fire door selector is improperly installed or missing, it can cause the doors to malfunction, leaving gaps that allow smoke or fire to spread, ultimately compromising the safety of the entire building.

In this blog, we’ll cover what a fire door selector is, why it’s a crucial part of any fire safety strategy and where to find installation instructions for the Selectrite MK2 Door Selector.

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Making importing easy with Selectrite
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Making importing easy with Selectrite

Did you know that at Selectrite we have already been exporting our products all over the world for a number of years? This exporting experience and knowledge makes us the right choice if you’re outside of the UK and looking to add new products to your portfolio.

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Do double timber fire doors need a door selector?
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Do double timber fire doors need a door selector?

A fire-resistant door’s primary function is to prevent the spread of flames (and smoke, if required) during a fire. They are a critical component of a building’s passive fire safety system, and their importance cannot be overstated. Simply put: fire doors save lives. But how do you ensure your double timber fire doors close in the correct sequence to create a safety seal, allowing the fire door to function as designed? This is where a door selector comes into play.

At Selectrite Hardware, we are passionate about fire safety and are here to answer any burning about specifying door coordinators. In this blog, we will explain why it’s important to consider the closing mechanism for pairs of timber fire doors to ensure they perform as required when most needed.

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