22" x 36" Fire-Rated Insulated Panel Upward Opening - Best

22" x 36" Fire-Rated Insulated Panel Upward Opening 

Benefits: 

• Suitable for Ceilings 
• Space Saving Design 
• Anti-Corrosive   
• Thermal Insulation 
• Highly Durable  

 
Access Doors such as BA-FRU 22" x 36" Fire-Rated Insulated Panel Opening by Best Access Doors offer a convenient, space-saving solution for walls and ceilings. The innovative BA-FRU access door features a strategically placed continuous piano hinge, which grants a greater extension than standard hinges.  
 

BA-FRU's upward opening design is perfectly suited for cramped areas where space is limited or a downward opening door is impractical. Designed for inclusion in ceilings, BA-FRU is thermally insulated with 2” thick mineral wool, increasing the energy efficiency of your applications.  

 

This highly durable, U.L. Listed, cold-rolled steel access door complies with NFPA 80 requirements with a self-latching mechanism for complete peace of mind. 

 

Take a Closer Look at BA-FRU 

 

Upward Opening: BA-FRU'S upward opening door complies with code regulations for accessible routes, where applicable. BA-FRU's upward-opening door is a space-saving solution where access is partial or limited.  

 

Fire-Rated: BA-FRU is a fire-rated access door that has achieved a fire rating of up to 2 hours on rated ceilings.  
 

Self-Latching: The BA-FRU maintains a self-latching mechanism to ensure hands-free and hassle-free operation in accordance with NFPA 80 standards.    

 

Durable Construction: BA-FRU comprises cold-rolled steel, resistant to rust, corrosion, and wear due to frequent use. 

 

Thermal Insulation: BA-FRU contains mineral wool insulation, contributing to its fire rating while enhancing the thermal properties of your application.   
 

Helps Towards LEED V4 Credits: This access door will help obtain LEED certification, tax credits, and benefits eligibility.  

 

BA-FRU offers excellent value as an insulated fire-rated access door and supports fire-rated walls with a robust cold-rolled steel frame of 3” depth. The sleek steel finish is well-crafted and a pleasure to handle and install.   

 

Standard models arrive with a high-quality white powder coat primer that will blend in with drywall. However, if necessary, you can texture, wallpaper, or paint the panel door to suit your decor.  

 

Where restricted access to internal components is necessary, you can substitute BA-FRU's standard tool key-operated cam and latch (ring-operated slam latch also included) for a;  

 

• Handle-operated slam latch  
• Mortise preparation for cylinder (cylinder optional)  
• Hex head slam latch   
• Mortise deadbolt lock   

 

Please contact our team to specify your preference, if necessary.   

 

Standard units over 12 "x 12” also have an inside panel release, providing convenient and hassle-free access for entries and exits. 
 

Specifications:  

 

• Dimensions: 22" X 36"   
• Material: 16-gauge cold rolled steel frame and 20-gauge galvanneal steel door 
• Hinge: Continuous piano hinge   
• Insulation: 2” thick mineral wool  
• Locking Mechanism: Self-latching tool-key operated slam and ring-operated slam latch; both included   
• Flange: 22-gauge galvanized steel 2-¾" drywall bead flange   
• Frame: 3" in depth made of cold rolled steel   
• Rough Opening: Door sizes + ¼" + 6 mm   
• Finish: High-quality white powder coat primer  
  Note: Masonry anchors included   
• Packaging: Individually wrapped, 1 door per box  

  

Horizontal ceiling assemblies 
 

Fire rated access doors, for horizontal use, are subject to the following: 
 

Certification 

 

ASTM E119 (2012), CAN/ULC S101 (2007) 
 

Rating Achieved 
 

3 hours in non-combustible construction and 1 hour in combustible construction 

 

Maximum size 

 

24"X36" (610 mm X 914 mm) (hinges and latches on the side of 36"), tolerance on dimension limitations are more or less 3" (76 mm) as long as the area does not exceed 864 in². 
 

Temperature rise 

 

No rating achieved  

 

Experience the joys of worry-free upward swinging access with the addition of BA-FRU 22" x 36" Fire-Rated Insulated Panel Opening by Best Access Doors. 

 

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