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Drop seals close the gap between a door and the threshold of the floor - to provide effective sound, smoke and thermal containment. Lorient's drop seals feature an automatic mechanism, which lifts the seal clear of the floor as soon as the door is opened by a few millimetres; resulting in lower door operating forces. Lorient's LAS8002 is a slimline face-fixed drop seal, perfect for retrofitting or upgrading existing timber doors. It’s backed by comprehensive test evidence, is self-levelling on uneven floors, and can seal gaps up to 13mm. ✅ Certifire: CF5179 ✅ Smoke: BS 476-31.1: 1983 & BS EN 1634-3:2004 at ambient temperature ✅ Acoustic: BS EN ISO 10140-2:2010 (up to Rw 31dB) ✅ For use on single swing, single and double leaf doors. ✅ Available in a range of sizes from 335mm - 1235mm. 📦🚚 The LAS8002 is in stock now - for more information or to place an order contact our Customer Services Team: sales@lorientuk.com | 01626 834252 #dropseal #threshold #doors

❗ LAST CHANCE to register for this morning's CPD session! 🚪🔥 Over 115 delegates have already signed up—don’t miss out! Join us at 10:30 am for an insightful session on 'The Role & Performance of Fire & Smoke Resisting Doors' presented by Sarah Lewis. 🗓️ Thursday 7th November 🕒 10:30 AM 🎟️ Free to register & attend 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e7aTt_nB #education #CPDsessions #Webinars

🚨 Don't miss our online Fire & Smoke CPD seminar tomorrow morning! Join us at the DCE's Fire Prevention & Protection event tomorrow for an insightful session on 'The Role & Performance of Fire & Smoke Resisting Doors’ presented by Sarah Lewis. 🗓️ Thursday 7th November 🕒 10:30 AM 🎟️ Free to register & attend The importance of fire and smoke resistant door assemblies is easily illustrated by the 259 deaths per year in fire tragedies in England alone. Apart from the human toll, yearly property losses approach £1.3 billion. This 45-minute RIBA-accredited CPD session covers crucial topics, including: - Hard facts concerning deaths, injuries and property damage caused by fire and smoke. - Regulatory requirements for fire and smoke resisting door assemblies. - The nature and behaviour of smoke. - Effective design of door assemblies for smoke containment including the threshold gap. - Design conflicts between fire containment, smoke containment, durability and ease of operation on the door. - Independent accreditation. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e7aTt_nB It's a great opportunity to stay informed and up-to-date with the latest in fire safety regulations. Direct Contact Exhibitions #FireSafety #ConstructionIndustry #Architects #FreeLearningTools

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters responded to a flat fire in Plaistow this week. The fire was located in a three bedroom flat on the 10th floor, in a residential block of 15 floors. The flats interior and balcony were both destroyed by the fire. Balconies on the 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th floors, directly above the fire, were also heavily damaged by flames. Three men left the flat before the Brigade arrived, and two were treated on scene by the London Ambulance Service. Around 30 people evacuated from the building, with firefighters carrying out a systematic search of the affected floors. Thankfully, there were no reports of any other injuries. Our Control Officers took over 30 calls reporting the fire, with the first received at 0802. Crews were able to bring the fire under control by 0903. The Brigade's fire investigation team believe the fire was started accidentally, caused by the failure of an e-bike lithium battery. Lithium battery fires remain one of the fastest growing fire risks in London, with our crews attending a lithium battery fire every other day in 2023. Well done to our firefighters from East Ham, Plaistow, Stratford and surrounding fire stations for their hard work to bring the fire under control.

We take pride in providing transparent and reliable product information. You can easily access all of our product test evidence and certifications on our website at www.lorientuk.com.    Each Lorient product page includes a comprehensive system specification table and a download section, detailing all supporting performance information. We also have a technical resource centre full of useful information and downloads, from CAD drawings and certifications, to videos, animations and educational webinars.    If you have any questions or need assistance navigating our resources, please don’t hesitate to contact us at mktg@lorientuk.com. #firedoors #testevidence #education

We’re always delighted to meet our customers and provide face to face, in-depth training on our high-performance sealing systems for fire, smoke & acoustic containment. Great to see Sarah Lewis, our highly knowledgeable Specifications Manager in action delivering the training session.    Thank you Door Controls Direct for sharing and for the excellent feedback!   Feel free to contact us at cpd@lorientuk.com to learn more about our training options.   #FireSafety #CustomerTraining #FireDoors

🚪 Fire doors play a life-saving role, so it’s essential that fire safety products are proven to perform. That’s why we ensure our products not only have extensive test evidence but are also backed by numerous third-party accreditation schemes to independently verify their fitness for purpose. Christian Cook, our Quality Manager, oversees Lorient’s third-party accreditations and certifications, including CERTIFIRE, BBA, UL, and IFC, as part of our unwavering commitment to excellence. In our latest article, Christian shares insights as we recently completed several audits, including BSI for both quality and environmental standards, as well as audits for BBA, IFC, and Certifire. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eykWqF-2 #FireSafety #ProductCertification #QualityAssurance #BuildingSafety

✨ Meet the Team: Fiona Topping, Customer Services Manager   Get to know the brilliant people at LORIENT in our Meet the Team Q&A series. Today, we catch up with Fiona Topping, our Customer Services Manager. Fiona is an oracle of knowledge when it comes to fire doors and their components. With over 16 years of experience at Lorient in various roles, you can trust she knows what she’s talking about. She has served as a Fire Safety Consultant in the Fire Door Inspections & Technical Team, Fi is now leading the Customer Services Team and has been in this role for the last 3 years. 💬 What does your role as Customer Services Manager entail? As the Customer Services Manager at Lorient, I lead the customer service team to ensure we deliver great support at every stage of the customer journey. From handling initial enquiries to managing order placements, I oversee all interactions, facilitating our customers' diverse needs with efficiency and care. 💬 What aspects of your role do you find most rewarding? What I love most is that every day is different! We get to help & support a real variety of amazing customers. Plus, I’m lucky to have a fantastic team by my side - many have been with us for over a decade and bring so much experience and unique talents to the table. It’s a joy to work with them!   💬 What is the most frequent question you get asked by customers? One of the most common questions I get asked is how to provide the best fire door solutions for their specific requirements, which can vary based on different door configurations. I’m always happy to help guide them through the options! 💬 Can you tell us a fun/interesting fact about yourself? One summer, I had the chance to work as an extra and ended up in the movie Johnny English! It was such a fun experience being part of the film. 💬 What is your proudest professional achievement? I take immense pride in my journey at Lorient from sales roles to technical consulting, where I gained invaluable knowledge and experience. Ultimately, this path has led me to my current position leading the Customer Services Team, which has been incredibly fulfilling. For product information, quotes, queries and more, contact Fi and her team at sales@lorietuk.com #CustomerService #DreamTeam #MeetTheTeam

Our new RIBA accredited CPD "The Importance of Fire Doors & Intumescent Seals' has been featured in the ADF - Architects' Datafile!    Read the full article to find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eD7sDj_y #CPD #Architects #Education #FireDoors

Why is Smoke Sealing So Important? 🚪💨 Did you know that the leading cause of death in fires isn't the fire itself, but the inhalation of toxic smoke? That’s why ensuring fire and smoke doors are properly installed and maintained is absolutely crucial. Smoke is incredibly dangerous - it moves faster than fire, is highly toxic, and can spread rapidly through a building. This makes the role of fire doors vital in protecting property and lives. But how do we ensure these doors will perform when it matters most? The answer lies in rigorous fire testing. A fire door’s effectiveness is proven only through full-scale tests, where it must pass under extreme conditions. However, a single test isn't enough, continuous testing is essential to guarantee that specified doors will perform consistently. All of our sealing solutions are backed by third-party accreditations - providing reassurance that testing is ongoing and that the results weren't just a one-off. Fire doors must be correctly specified, installed, maintained and inspected at least every six months by a competent person to ensure they function properly in the event of a fire. At Lorient, we understand the life-saving importance of smoke sealing and are dedicated to ensuring that fire and smoke doors meet the highest standards of safety. If you need help specifying fire doors for your project, get in touch with a member of our Customer Service Team, or External Sales Team: https://lnkd.in/eGqwPRm4 #FireSafety #BuildingSafety #FireDoors