Motor Operation for Fire Rated Doors

Motor operation is the most effective and consistent method of opening larger, higher cycle doors and offers the following benefits:

  • Door Longevity: Offers the most consistent method of operation, and as such, maximizes door longevity
  • Ease of Use: Can link to one-touch, or even no touch, opening triggers such as a push button station or a loop detector
  • Safety: Accommodates entrapment devices such as photo eyes and sensing edges
  • Remote Activation: Can be integrated into master building controls to operate doors remotely
  • Durable: Can be designed to withstand weather, chemicals, or even explosions

Motor operation does require power to the opening and enough clearance to mount the motor. In the event of a power outage, auxiliary operators can be used (push up or chain, depending on door size and configuration). You often see motor operators in parking garages, distribution facilities, paint booths, and car washes.

AlarmGard® Plus Motor

The AlarmGard Plus is a chassis operator that is part of the AlarmGard system. It is a failsafe operator that safely closes a fire door in response to an alarm signal or power outage. When the alarm is cleared or power is restored the door will automatically reset itself, saving time and money. In addition to all of the standard AlarmGard features, the AlarmGard Plus also has an auxiliary chain hoist and a battery back-up. The battery back-up prevents the door from closing for up to 8 hours, due to a power failure.

HP: 1/2, 3/4,
Voltage: [115 V single] [230 V three] [460 V three] phase service

Recommended for when manual testing and resetting is impractical or not desired, when fire doors are installed in pedestrian through fares, recessed areas and where nuisance drops are to be avoided due to temporary power outages.

Full AlarmGard Plus Motor Information

AlarmGard Plus Operator Manual

AlarmGard® Motor

The AlarmGard motor is the standard operator within the AlarmGard system. It safely closes the fire door in response to an alarm signal or during a prolonged power failure. When the alarm is cleared or power is restored, the door will automatically reset itself. 

HP: 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, 1 1/2, 2, 3, 5
Voltage: [115 V single] [230 V single] [208/230 V three] [460 V three] phase service

Recommended for all fire doors where the convenience of electric AlarmGard Motor Operation is desired.

Full AlarmGard Closing System Information

AlarmGard Motor Operator Sheet

AlarmGard Motor Operator Manual

AlarmGard® Tube Motor 

Get the convenience of motor operation in a low profile design. Because the AlarmGard Tube Motor is concealed within the shaft assembly, it’s ideal for openings with tight clearances around the coil area or when you need to neatly conceal the operator and drive components without adding a bulky and unsightly motor cover. The AlarmGard tube motor operator can be used on Fire Doors or Counter Fire Shutters. 

  • Voltage: 115 VAC/50 Hz, 230 VAC/60 Hz or 230 VAC/50 Hz**.
  • Activation Input: 24 V

 

*Size limit varies by door configuration and gauge requirements.

** Special Order: Extended lead time will apply.

Full AlarmGard Tube Motor Information

AlarmGard Tube Motor Operator Manual

FireGard™ Motor

Model FGH cULus listed, Totally Enclosed Non Ventilated gear head operator rated for units that normally cycle up to 20 times per day. Fire door system closing is activated by melting of fusible link. Average closing system speed of 6" -12" per second. System reset procedure is to replace and reset fusible link.

HP: 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1 1/2, 2, 3. Up to 7 1/2 HP available on larger doors.
Voltage: [115 V single] [230 V single] [208/230v three] [460v three] phase service

Available where the convenience of electric FireGard Motor Operation is desired in the above FireGard Closing System conditions for fire doors and insulated fire doors that can accept motor operation up to 2HP.

 

FireGard Operator Sheet

FireGard Operator Manual

 

FireGard™ NEMA 7/9 Operator

Our FHN79/FGN79 is listed UL1203 and UL325 explosion-proof and is suitable for hazardous industrial applications. This motor is available for retrofit. Standard features include: 

• Linear drive system
• Gearbox and solenoid actuated brake
• Integrated explosion-proof control box
• Motor and control circuits are pre-wired in the control box
• Fusible link plunger
• Auxiliary chain hoist available in 1/2`~2HP (FHN79 Series)
• Optional multiple sensing edges are available.

HP: Factory will advise on minimum HP for specific door size and configuration
Voltage: 115, 230, 380, 460, and 575

FireGard NEMA 7/9 Operator Sheet

NEMA 7/9 Operator Manual

AlarmGard® NEMA 7/9 Service and Fire Door Operator

Built with the same reliable features as the FHN79/FGN79 and available for retrofit, the FSN79 operator comes with these optional features:

  • Multiple sensing devices
  • Intrinsically safe board

HP: Factory will advise on minimum HP for specific door size and configuration
Voltage: 115, 230, 380, 460, and 575

 

AlarmGard NEMA 7/9 Operator Sheet

NEMA 7/9 Operator Manual