In the event of fire, a deaf or hard of hearing person will not be able to hear the fire alarm - especially when they are asleep in hotels, sheltered housing, care homes etc. Manufactured in the UK and available in a variety of colours, Dorgard is the ideal solution to maintain safety within buildings. Each unit is battery powered, so there is no need for complex and expensive wiring into the building's fire alarm system.

Once this sound has been identified, after approximately 14 seconds Dorgard will release the fire door and under the pressure of the overhead door closer the door will close, sealing the area and preventing the spread of smoke and fire. Dorgard is the ideal solution, being a wireless unit it takes under 5 minutes for you to screw it to the bottom of the door.Before drilling holes or fastening screws, check the location of water pipes, electrical points and gas pipes.

It is recommended that fire doors are closed at night; therefore Dorgard has an automatic night-time release facility.Built to withstand the rigors of daily use, the Dorgard is constructed from high-quality building materials, ensuring its durability and longevity. Also check that the Dorgard SmartSound is installed on the side of the door that closes into the door frame.