An external window or door is a controlled fitting under the building regulations and as a result of this classification these regulations set out certain standards to be met when such a window or door is replaced.
Sliding door regulations.
Powered door and gate safety is not just about the individual components making up the product but about the way they are combined together to fit a particular set of circumstances and what is done over time to maintain safety.
At all times a powered gate must respond in a safe way when any person.
These new regulations cover safety in use of power operated pedestrian door sets used for normal access in escape routes and as fire resistance and or smoke control door sets.
Clear width is 32 inches 815 mm minimum measured from the end of the door to the face of the doorstop.
Openings more than 24 in 610 mm in depth shall comply with 4 2 1 and 4 3 3.