Commercial Door Coordinators
Door coordinators are critical life-safety devices designed to ensure the correct closing sequence for pairs of doors, particularly those with an astragal or overlapping hardware. By holding the active leaf open until the inactive leaf has fully closed, these devices guarantee that the doors latch properly to maintain fire and smoke seals. At DoorwaysPlus, we provide ANSI/BHMA A156.3 compliant solutions—including Bar Style, Gravity, and Universal models—to keep your facility up to code.
Fire-Rated Door Sequencing & Compliance Solutions
The integrity of a fire-rated opening depends on the precise closing sequence of the door leaves. Commercial door coordinators provide the mechanical timing necessary for pairs of doors equipped with overlapping astragals or specific hardware configurations. By preventing the active leaf from closing before the inactive leaf, these devices ensure a positive latch and a continuous fire seal, which is a critical requirement for maintaining NFPA 80 and life-safety code compliance.
Engineered Sequencing for Every Opening
Whether the application requires a low-profile bar coordinator for high-traffic corridors or a robust gravity unit for industrial service entrances, these devices eliminate the risk of "door jamming" and hardware interference. Integrating a coordinator—along with essential carry bars and mounting brackets—transforms a standard pair of doors into a fully sequenced, code-compliant exit.
- Positive Latch Assurance: Guarantees the inactive leaf is seated before the active leaf engages.
- Architectural Integration: Bar-style units provide a seamless look that protects internal components from tampering.
- Field Versatility: Universal and adjustable models allow for precision timing and easy adaptation to various frame widths and door sizes.
Bar Style Coordinators
Bar style coordinators are the professional standard for high-traffic openings. These units feature a low-profile aluminum channel that houses the coordinating mechanism, spanning the width of the frame for a clean, integrated look.
- Durability: Internal components are protected from dust and tampering.
- Best For: Hospitals, schools, and new construction where aesthetics and longevity are priorities.
Gravity Coordinators
Gravity coordinators offer a rugged, traditional solution for pairs of doors. These devices utilize a weighted pivot arm that drops to "catch" the active leaf, ensuring it remains open until the inactive leaf clears the opening.
- Construction: Made of heavy-duty forged brass or bronze.
- Best For: Service entrances, utility rooms, or retrofit applications where a simple mechanical device is preferred.
Universal Coordinators
When you need a versatile solution that fits multiple door widths, Universal coordinators are the answer. These are designed to be "non-handed" and field-adjustable, making them the favorite for maintenance departments and locksmiths who need a reliable sequencer that works with various frame sizes.
- Versatility: One unit can often cover several different door leaf sizes.
- Efficiency: Eliminates the need for precise "to-the-inch" measuring before ordering.
Coordinator Parts & Accessories
Proper installation and code compliance often require specialized components to ensure the coordination mechanism functions correctly alongside other door hardware.
- Replacement Roller Bumpers: Restores smooth operation by replacing worn contact points
- Carry Bars: Mandatory for pairs where the inactive leaf can be opened first; ensures the active leaf is "carried" open to engage the coordinator.
- Bar Filler Plates: Provides a finished, continuous appearance by bridging the gap between the coordinator and the frame stop.
- Closer Mounting Brackets: Enables the installation of surface door closers to the frame stop without interfering with the coordinator channel.