Commercial Exit Devices & Panic Bars
Ensure the safety and security of high-occupancy buildings with commercial exit devices designed for rapid, fail-safe egress. Often referred to as panic bars or push bars, these devices solve the vital challenge of allowing immediate exit during emergencies while maintaining a secure, locked exterior. Engineered to meet strict NFPA 101 Life Safety Codes and ADA accessibility standards, these solutions prevent "bottlenecking" in hallways and stairwells, making them essential for schools, hospitals, and retail environments. Whether you are managing fire-rated openings or high-traffic storefronts, these devices provide the heavy-duty durability required to protect both property and lives.
Rim Exit Devices
Rim exit devices are the most common solution for single doors or pairs of doors with a removable mullion. Because the latch bolt retracts against a strike mounted on the surface of the frame, these devices are easy to install, maintain, and inspect. They are the go-to choice for standard egress routes where reliability and simplicity are paramount.
Surface Vertical Rod (SVR) Devices
For double doors where a center post (mullion) would obstruct the opening, Surface Vertical Rod (SVR) devices provide top and bottom latching points. This solves the problem of securing wide openings without sacrificing the ability to move large equipment or furniture through the doors. These are ideal for loading docks and theater entrances.
Mortise Exit Devices
Mortise exit devices integrate a heavy-duty mortise lock body into the door itself, offering the highest level of physical security. By combining the strength of a deadbolt-style latch with the rapid release of a panic bar, these are the premier solution for high-security perimeters that still require code-compliant emergency exits.
Concealed Vertical Rod (CVR) Exit Devices
Concealed Vertical Rod (CVR) exit devices house latching components inside the door stiles, protecting them from damage caused by carts or equipment. This design eliminates visible rods and floor strikes—reducing trip hazards and maintenance—while providing a clean, architectural finish. They are the ideal two-point latching solution for high-traffic double doors in hospitals and schools.
Grade 1 - Architectural High Traffic Solutions
Grade 1 - Standard Commercial Solutions
