Pivette - maximising clear opening widths

Pivette doorsets are available either non-rated or FD30 (30 minutes) in accordance with BS 476: Part 22: 1987 and are BWF-CERTIFIRE accredited. FD30 doorsets are supplied with a free-swing electromagnetic door closer which should be interfaced with the fire detection system.  In day to day use the door remains easy to operate but, in the event of a fire or power failure, will automatically close. Intumescents are fitted to the frames of FD30 doorsets in the factory.

Pivette doorsets are particularly suited to healthcare and other buildings where space is at a premium or accessibility important. Pivette offers cost-effective solutions to a wide range of design problems presented by Part M of the Building Regulations, BS 8300:2009 and The Equality Act. Taken in total, these can apply to existing properties as well as new buildings including housing.

This doorset incorporates a retractable guide bolt that overrides the standard mode of action, allowing the door to open away from an obstruction. The emergency Release Pivette is ideal for WCs and other areas where access might otherwise prove difficult in an emergency, such as a fallen person obstructing the conventional opening arc.

Pivette widths
The sizes shown below are offered as standard, with structural opening sizes of 1110mm and above meeting the requirements of Approved Document M and BS8300. Other non-standard widths can be accommodated where technically possible. The maximum door height available is 2040mm.