The manufacturer dormakaba has launched SafeRoute: a new escape route system. This provides a solution for specifiers and installers who need to keep buildings and doors secure while allowing a safe means for evacuation. The system is compliant with the standard BS EN 13637; and is suitable the makers say for a range of applications. The product can be used for single or multiple doors, or can be connected over a network.
Ensuring safe and efficient evacuation of occupants in an emergency is essential, the firm says. However, there is also a need to keep the building secure and prevent unauthorised access during normal use. Emergency exits can represent a weak point in security. The SafeRoute emergency exit and escape route system is for electronic control of doors.
With the SafeRoute Software or Control Unit, other components can be connected to create a network that is tailored (and can expand) to meet the specifics of a building. For example, the product can be integrated with fire detection and alarms so that when a fire is detected, the product will automatically activate evacuation alarms, emergency lighting, and signage to guide people along safe escape routes.
It features delayed egress, which can be applied to where misuse of a fire escape door or evacuation point is a concern. This provides a safe means of securing escape doors against misuse or to improve security to prevent theft – all while complying with Building Regulations. To enhance security further, this can be networked to door management software, enabling alerts and reporting of unauthorised emergency exit usage for security staff.
Visit www.dormakaba.co.uk/saferoutesystems or call 01884 256464.
