How to Choose the Right Door for Your Building: Fire, Anti-Bandit, or Acoustic?

Amri Burger
Jul 13
2 min read

Choosing the right security or fire-rated door isn’t just about ticking boxes — it’s about understanding the unique needs of your building, people, and operations. At Stronghold Fire & Security, we handcraft every door to meet both local regulations and your real-world requirements.

Anti Bandit Doors by Stronghold fire & security

Here’s a quick guide to help you pick the perfect door for your space.

🔥 Fire Doors: When Time Equals Safety

Best for: Warehouses, factories, high-risk environments, office blocks, shopping centres

Why it matters: Fire-rated doors are built to contain fire and smoke, giving people time to evacuate and protecting escape routes. Our SANS-certified fire doors (Classes A, B and C) include both single-leaf and sliding options, with custom sizing available.

Use fire doors when:

You need to comply with building/fire codes
Protecting valuable stock or equipment
You want peace of mind that your exits are protected

🔐 Anti-Bandit Doors: When Security Is the Priority

Best for: Retail stores, cash offices, control rooms, substations, entry points

Why it matters: These doors are designed to resist forced entry, including crowbars, hammers, and other tools used in break-ins. Our anti-bandit doors are strong, tamper-resistant, and built for high-risk environments.

Use anti-bandit doors when:

Protecting sensitive or high-value areas
You need extra time in the event of an attempted break-in
Physical deterrence is key

🔇 Acoustic & Hospital Doors: When Silence or Cleanliness Matters

Best for: Cinemas, recording studios, schools, clinics, hospitals

Why it matters: Acoustic doors control sound transfer, while hospital/seclusion doors are built for hygiene, safety, and durability. We offer hospital doors that meet both acoustic and medical compliance needs.

Use these doors when: