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Fire-Rated Doors in South Africa – Certified Class A, B & E Options

Doors Direct supplies officially tested and SANS 1253 certified fire doors in Class A (60 minute), Class B (120 minute), and Class E (30 minute) categories. Each fire-rated door is independently fire-tested to SANS 10177-2, ensuring compliance with the South African National Standard (SANS 1253).


Class A Fire Doors (60 Minutes)

  • Office corridors
  • Apartment entrances
  • Commercial partitions

Class B Fire Doors (120 Minutes)

  • Stairwells
  • Lift lobbies
  • High-risk buildings

Required under SANS 10400-T.

Class E Fire Doors (30 Minutes)

  • Garage-to-house doors
  • Small compartments
  • Residential use

Important:

  • Outward opening only
  • Supplied as door only (no frame)

Supply & Installation

  • Class A & B: Door + frame included
  • Class E: Door only (frame sold separately)

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  • No additional hardware is included:
  • Door closers
  • Locks
  • Handles
  • Panic bars

Note: Class A & B include hinges. Class E requires all hardware (including hinges).

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Independent Testing & Certification
Tested by FIRELAB (SANAS-accredited) to SANS 10177-2. Valid to 2030 (Class A & B) and 2027 (Class E).

Fire door classifications follow SANS 1253, tested under SANS 10177-2, and applied per SANS 10400-T.


Fire Door Comparison

Class Rating Use Supply
Class A (1 hr) R60/E60/I60 Offices, corridors Door + frame, hinges included
Class B (2 hr) R120/E120/I60 Escape routes Door + frame, hinges included
Class E (½ hr) R30/E30/I30 Garages Door only, frame + hardware separate

Frequently Asked Questions – Fire Doors

What is a fire-rated door?

A fire-rated door resists fire for 30–120 minutes to protect escape routes.

What is a Class A fire door?

A Class A fire door provides 60 minutes of fire resistance.

What is a Class B fire door?

A Class B fire door provides 120 minutes of fire resistance.

What is a Class E fire door?

A Class E fire door provides 30 minutes of fire resistance.

Do your fire doors include frames and hardware?

Class A & B include frames and hinges. Class E is door only. No additional hardware included.

Do fire doors need door closers?

Yes. Closers must be installed separately.

Where are fire doors required?

Required under SANS 10400-T in stairwells, escape routes, and garages.

What does SANS 1253 mean?

It certifies fire door performance under South African standards.

How do I choose the right fire door?

Class B for high-risk, Class A for standard use, Class E for residential.

 

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