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NEW RESIDENTIAL DOUBLE ACTION PIVOTS SET

Doors which ordinarily open in one direction only, but which may need to open in the opposite direction in certain situations, can be fitted with a pivot and emergency release bolt or stop.

The situation might arise, for example, in relation to an inward opening door to a wheelchair accessible WC. It is

important that the door can be opened outward in the event that someone falls against the back of the door. If the person looses consciousness or is unable to move themselves the only way of gaining access is through a double action pivot set. In addition all locks and indicator bolts should incorporate an emergency release facility.

RT's DA pivot set has been used extensively in commercial applications from Hospitals to Mental Health Units. Now a residential version has been developed and incorporated into a kit for easy installation. The H131-800 set is designed to be installed within a traditional flat door lining and with minimal reworking makes the door into a double action one.

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