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by Fred Hart -
Welcome to the official blog of Panic Bar King Round Rock, your go-to source for everything related to commercial exit hardware, panic bars, fire-rated devices, and emergency door solutions. Whether you're a business owner, facility manager, or just curious about how panic bars work, our blog offers practical advice, expert tips, and code-compliant insights tailored for Round Rock and surrounding areas. Browse our topics below and get equipped with the knowledge you need to keep your building safe, secure, and up to code.
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Understanding Different Panic Bar Types
Panic bars come in many forms—standard, fire-rated, alarmed, and even electric models. Understanding the difference between a crash bar and a true emergency device is essential. If you're not sure which one suits your property best, read our article on the real differences between push bars and panic bars.
Meeting Fire Safety and Building Code
Installing a panic bar isn't just a convenience—it’s often a legal requirement. Businesses must meet fire egress standards and pass inspections. Our blog post on choosing code-compliant fire-rated exit hardware outlines everything you need to stay up to code in Round Rock.
Need help understanding why these systems are required? We also break it down in this guide on the importance of emergency exit hardware.
Quick Fixes for Common Panic Bar Issues
Is your panic bar not latching properly or sounding false alarms? Many issues can be resolved with a quick adjustment or part replacement. Check out our guide on fixing latching problems and misalignment.
We also provide troubleshooting support for alarms in our post on fire code compliant alarm troubleshooting.
How to Choose the Right Supporting Hardware
Installing panic hardware often requires pairing it with the right door closer or alarm system. Get step-by-step help with our post on choosing the best door closer for your setup.
If your exit device is integrated with an alarm, don't miss our write-up on troubleshooting exit door alarms and false triggers.
Best Places to Get Commercial Door Hardware in Round Rock TX
Wondering where to buy reliable door hardware locally? We've put together a resource that lists the best places to shop for panic bars, closers, and exit devices. See our guide on where to source commercial door hardware in Round Rock TX.