AMBICO’s Blast & Pressure Resistant Doors & Frames offer the perfect combination of blast and air pressure resistance while maintaining the functionality of standard hollow metal products. With a complete range of blast-resistant solutions readily available, including factory pre-installed glazing, our products provide exceptional protection against explosions. Backed by our full engineering capability, we are dedicated to meeting the safety requirements of our customers with reliable and robust blast-resistant door solutions.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

AMBICO’s Blast & Pressure Resistant Doors & Frames are engineered to provide unparalleled performance in the face of explosive threats. Here are the key product details:

• Blast and Air Pressure Resistance: Our blast-resistant steel doors and frames are designed to withstand the impact of blasts and air pressure, ensuring the safety and protection of occupants. These products have been rigorously tested by independent laboratories, complying with the most up-to-date blast resistance test standards.
• Easy-to-Operate Door Systems: Our blast-resistant products are furnished with builders hardware that offers an easy-to-operate door system. This ensures smooth functionality and efficient operation, allowing for quick and safe access during normal operations.
• Fire Labelled Certification: Our blast-resistant doors and frames have undergone testing in accordance with NFPA-80 and UL-10C and are certified by Underwriters Laboratories and Warnock Hersey International. This certification guarantees that our products meet the highest fire safety standards, providing additional peace of mind.
• Factory Pre-Installed Glazing: For added convenience and efficiency, our blast-resistant doors are available with factory pre-installed glazing. This ensures a seamless integration of the glazing into the door system, maximizing both security and aesthetics.

USE CASES:

AMBICO’s Blast & Pressure Resistant Doors & Frames find valuable applications in various industries and projects where blast protection is essential. Here are some key use cases:

• US Military Projects: Our blast-resistant doors and frames meet the rigorous standards set by the Department of Defense (DoD) Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings. Whether retrofitting existing buildings or constructing new ones, our products provide the necessary blast pressure resistance to protect DoD personnel from terrorist attacks.
• Industrial Projects: The petrochemical industry and other industrial sectors prioritize blast resistance to ensure the safety of their facilities. Our blast-resistant doors and frames are ideal for process plants, storage areas for flammable and pressurized materials, paint booths, and ETO sterilization rooms for medical and pharmaceutical products.
• Government Facilities and Critical Infrastructure: Protect government facilities and critical infrastructure installations, such as power plants, water treatment facilities, and communication centers. These installations are potential targets for malicious attacks, and blast-resistant solutions are crucial to ensuring the safety of personnel and the uninterrupted functioning of essential services.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

General Construction:

• Material: Heavy-duty steel construction
• Configurations:
  • Single doors up to 5′ x 10′
  • Double doors up to 10′ x 10′
• Door Thickness: Varies based on blast load and fire rating requirements
• Core Types: Reinforced to meet blast performance criteria

Blast Performance:

• Compliance: UFC 4-010-01 (DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings)
• Testing Standards:
  • Shock Tube Testing per ASTM F-2927
  • Static Pressure Testing per ASTM F-2247
• Engineering Validation: Finite element analysis (FEA) to simulate custom blast load scenarios
• Customization: Designed for specific charge weight, standoff distance, and level of protection

Fire Rating:

• Standards: NFPA-80 and UL-10C
• Certification:
  • UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
  • Warnock Hersey International
• Fire Ratings: Up to 3 hours (180 minutes)

Testing & Validation Partners:

• University of Ottawa (Hazard Mitigation and Disaster Management Research Centre)
• BakerRisk
• ABS Consulting
• Intertek Testing Services

Hardware:

• Standard: Compatible with conventional builders hardware
• Optional: Specialty multi-point locking systems (factory-installed when required)
• Operation: Easy-to-operate systems for smooth and safe use

Glazing (Optional):

• Factory Pre-Installed: Glazing available for security and aesthetic integration
• Glazing Type: Blast-rated (varies by project specification)

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