FIRE DOOR SAFETY WEEK: DON’T JUST TICK THE BOX, PROTECT LIVES
When it comes to fire door hardware, the stakes are high. Whether you're a specifier, distributor, architect, door manufacturer, or installer, it’s not just about ticking boxes, it’s about creating safe buildings and protecting people. That’s why initiatives like Fire Door Safety Week, led by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), matter more than ever. They spotlight the life-saving role of fire doors and remind everyone in the supply chain that responsibility doesn’t end at certification. From product design to final installation, every decision counts.
In this blog, we’ll share how Selectrite takes responsibility for the safety and sustainability details at every stage of production and go beyond surface-level compliance.
MK2: Designed for Responsibility, Built for Confidence
At Selectrite, that sense of responsibility is built into every stage of production of creating the MK2 door selector. The MK2 offers outstanding performance under fire conditions, has been rigorously tested to the latest standards, and is engineered for easy installation.
With clear documentation, compatibility with certified door sets, and ongoing technical enhancements, MK2 delivers reliability and peace of mind from specification to final fix. We go the extra mile not because it's easy, but because people’s safety depends on it.
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What’s Behind the Certificate?
To stay compliant, it’s vital to understand what UKCA, CE, and UL markings actually mean. It’s not enough to look for a label, you need to verify third-party certification, ensure door-set compatibility, and request up-to-date test evidence. Specifications must stand up to audits, and if a product changes, equivalent certification must be confirmed. Behind every certificate is a level of accountability that must be upheld across the supply chain.
Specifying Performance, Not Problems
When specifying fire door hardware, performance must take priority. Cheaper, lower-quality options may look like cost-savers but often turn into false economies, leading to failures, replacements, and safety risks. Prioritising durable, tested, and compliant products, backed by proper installation guidance, ensures doors perform when it matters most. So often we find that a cheaper alternative door selector may have been specified only to need replacing due to damaged doors or the product not doing its job. It’s important to get it right first time.
Sustainability and Compliance Intertwined
At Selectrite, we believe sustainability and compliance go hand in hand. Businesses that value low-carbon, responsibly made products often hold themselves to higher compliance standards too. That’s why we’re passionate about offering UK-made, low-carbon door hardware, like the MK2, which delivers performance, longevity, and reliability over time.
We don’t believe in high-carbon, low-quality alternatives that compromise safety or sustainability. Our approach focuses on quality, traceability, and long-term impact. By choosing responsibly sourced hardware with a minimal environmental footprint, you’re not only supporting the planet, you’re strengthening compliance and futureproofing your building.
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No matter where you sit in the supply chain, your choices directly impact the safety and performance of the built environment. As Fire Door Safety Week reminds us, every detail matters, from test evidence to fixings supplied. By going beyond surface-level compliance, you help foster a culture of integrity, safety, and long-term thinking.
At Selectrite, we’re committed to maintaining the highest standards, not just to meet regulations, but to protect people from the risk of fire.
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