What is a bolt lock?
A mechanical or motorised lock that securely and reliably locks the door leaves using two locking rods. These bolts engage in strike plates and mechanically secure the inactive leaf of a double-leaf door at the top and bottom. This significantly increases resistance to forced entry and enhances the stability of the door. In addition, the bolt lock, which is mounted on the inactive leaf side, allows the active leaf to be opened mechanically or motorised at any time in an emergency situation.
Function & benefits of a bolt lock
Top-level security: The bolt lock mechanically secures the inactive leaf of a double-leaf door at the top and bottom and is optionally available with monitoring contacts. This ensures functional reliability even for extra-high doors.
- Comfort and fast operation: Both manual and motorised bolt locks are available. Both offer convenient and fast operation. The motorised versions feature a powerful motor for particularly rapid unlocking – ensuring smooth access and efficient operation in high-traffic areas.
- Cost efficiency and easy installation: Manual bolt locks do not require a power supply on the inactive leaf, eliminating the need for complex wiring, reducing costs and installation time, and allowing for easy retrofitting.
- Flexibility for a wide range of requirements: The bolt lock can be installed in double-leaf doors that can also be operated as single-leaf doors – ideal for variable usage scenarios.
Where are bolt locks used?
A bolt lock is mainly used wherever double-leaf doors are installed:
In public buildings: Hospitals, airports and public authorities benefit from the secure, fast locking solutions of the bolt lock, which combine accessibility with a high level of protection.
- For escape and rescue routes: Compliance with EN 179 and EN 1125 standards ensures safe use in emergencies while providing comfort for daily operation.
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