FHC shaft doors (often referring to Fire Hose Cabinet or Fire Shaft Doors) are specialized, fire-rated access doors designed to safely enclose vertical service shafts, cable ducts, and fire-fighting equipment. They are critical for building safety, designed to compartmentalize fire, smoke, and toxic gases to prevent them from spreading between floors.
Purpose of FHC Shaft Doors
- Provide access to service shafts for maintenance.
- Protect fire-fighting equipment when used as Fire Hose Cabinet doors.
- Help prevent the spread of fire and smoke through vertical shafts.
- Maintain compliance with building and fire-safety regulations.
Common Applications
- Service Shafts
- Fire Hose Cabinets
- Stairwells & Elevator Lobbies Difference
Difference Between FHC Door and Fire-Rated Shaft Door
FHC Door
- Often used for fire hose cabinets and utility shafts
- May be non-fire-rated or fire-rated
- Can include louvers and access panels
- Used for equipment access
Fire-Rated Shaft Door
- Specifically designed and certified for fire containment
- Always fire-rated
- Built with certified fire-resistant construction
- Used primarily for compartmentation and fire safety
Advantages
- Improved fire safety
- Easy maintenance access
- Durable steel construction
- Secure locking arrangements
- Custom sizes available
- Suitable for commercial, residential, and industrial buildings
