Vandal-resistant doors : Guaranteeing the safety of lifts
To protect lifts located in areas frequented by an unsupervised public, we have designed a range of vandal-resistant doors. These doors are designed to withstand malicious behaviour and, more generally, intensive use by users.
But what are their special features ?
Standard NF EN 81-71
Vandal-resistant doors are subject to the NF EN 81-71 standard which aims to improve the safety and durability of lifts by making them resistant to acts of vandalism, with specific requirements for lift doors depending on the risk level associated with their installation environment.
This standard defines two categories of vandal resistance for lifts :
- Category 1 : This concerns lifts installed in areas where the risk of vandalism is present but moderate. The requirements for this category include standard protection measures to resist common acts of vandalism.
- Category 2 : This applies to lifts located in high-risk vandalism environments. The requirements for this category are stricter and include enhanced protection measures to resist more severe acts of vandalism.
Lift doors certified to NF EN 81-71 category 2 offer full compliance with this certification, ensuring increased resistance to vandalism..
Their specific features
Designed to enhance the safety and durability of lifts, vandal-resistant doors meet the specifications of standard NF EN 81-71.
High resistance to shocks and impacts
- Reinforced materials (robust metal panels).
- Ability to absorb and resist heavy blows (feet, heavy objects).
- Paneling of the door panels.
Protection against damage
- Secure locking systems to prevent break-ins.
Reliability and durability
- Robust closing mechanisms to prevent jamming.
- Reinforced guide systems to limit wear.
Compliance with standard requirements
- Category 1 : Protection against moderate damage.
- Category 2 : Reinforced resistance for high-risk environments.
Where they are installed
Due to their characteristics and requirements, these doors are installed in specific environments such as :
High-traffic public spaces
- Railway and underground stations
- Airports
- Shopping centres
- Hospitals and health establishments
- Universities and schools
Car parks and isolated areas
- Underground car parks
- Park-and-ride sites and peripheral parking areas
Residential buildings and social housing
- Public housing residences
- Collective buildings in sensitive neighbourhoods
- Student residences
Administrative and prison buildings
- Police stations and police posts
- Prisons and detention centres
- Town halls and other public buildings exposed to vandalism
Sports and cultural facilities
- Stadiums and sports complexes
- Concert halls and theatres
- Museums and libraries
Our vandal-resistant solutions
The SD 20 vandal-resistant range
A standard, robust and silent door model, specially designed for the creation of lifts. The basic version complies with NF EN 81-71, category 1, guaranteeing great robustness and a long service life.
The RHEA vandal-resistant range
It can be installed in both existing and new buildings, and for both new constructions and modernisation projects. It is available in Category 1 compliant to NF EN 81-71 standard.
The GAIA vandal-resistant range
This door is perfect for fitting to freight elevators and for very wide clear openings, thanks to its numerous panel options. It meets the NF EN 81-71 Category 2 standard.
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