Escape-route systems

Panic devices in accordance with the applicable proofs of usability, emergency-exit hardware in accordance with the applicable proofs of usability, electrically locked escape doors with access control, auto-opening in fire case. Planning, install, annual test.

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Escape-route systems

Openable in emergency without prior knowledge.

Escape-route systems must open in the direction of escape, without tools and without prior knowledge. applicable proof of usability regulates emergency-exit hardware (lever / push pad) for trained users; applicable proof of usability regulates panic devices (horizontal bar) for untrained users in public buildings. Electrically locked escape doors are allowed under defined conditions per EltVTR.

Which system when.

Which variant fits depends on the installation context, the existing building and the fire-protection concept — we advise per project.

Panic device (applicable proof of usability)

Horizontal push bar across the door. Mandatory in assembly buildings, schools, shopping centres — where untrained users must open.

On request

Emergency exit (applicable proof of usability)

Classical lever or push pad. Allowed in offices, commercial — where users know the door.

Electric escape door (EltVTR)

Locked by e-strike or magnet, unlocked automatically in fire or power failure. Combined with access control and alarm.

Escape control unit

Central control of all electric escape doors — with release button, optical/acoustic signal, alarm-linked release.

All prices excl. VAT. Maintenance contracts are quoted on a per-unit basis.

Where we work

We cover every typical building type — from residential to industrial complexes with hundreds of components per site.

01

Residential

Apartment buildings, stairwells, transitions to boiler rooms and underground garages — usually with smoke-protection properties.

02

Industry & logistics

Separation of production, storage and administration plus protection of mechanically loaded plant.

03

Public buildings

Schools, hospitals and administrative buildings under NRW special-buildings regulations — often combined with hold-open systems.

  • applicable proof of usability

    Emergency exit

    Lever or push-pad hardware for trained users.

  • applicable proof of usability

    Panic devices

    Horizontal bars for untrained users in public buildings.

  • EltVTR

    Electric locking on escape routes

    Building-code guideline for electrically locked escape doors.

  • ASR A2.3

    Escape routes & exits

    Workplace rule — route length, width, marking.

  • BGV A8

    Safety signage

    Requirements for escape-route signage and lighting.

From advice to annual test.

NRW-wide, exclusively with our own installers — no subcontractors.

NRW-wide

Aachen to Bielefeld, Lower Rhine to Sauerland — survey usually within five working days.

Our own installers

No subcontractors. Warranty work and maintenance always trace back to the same people.

Maintenance contracts

We schedule appointments proactively. Inspection record for the fire authority comes with every visit.

  1. 01

    Requirement analysis

    Review building class, assembly, escape length, occupancy. Result: required system in accordance with the applicable proofs of usability or applicable proof of usability.

  2. 02

    Panic-device install

    Install by authorised technicians, coordination with existing fire door, label.

  3. 03

    Electric escape control

    Plan control unit, integrate alarm and access control, handover per EltVTR.

  4. 04

    Annual test

    Functional test of panic device, electric release, battery backup — protocol for insurer.

Escape systems in detail.

Escape system — advice & quote.

We clarify the compliant requirement (applicable proofs of usability), plan the electric controls and hand over inspection-ready.

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