Why SANS-Certified Fire Doors Are Non-Negotiable for Safety Compliance

When it comes to fire safety, there’s no room for compromise. One of the most overlooked — yet absolutely essential — elements of a compliant building is the fire-rated door. Whether you're managing a factory, hospital, warehouse, or substation, ensuring you have SANS-certified fire doors can mean the difference between disaster and protection.

🔍 What Does "SANS-Certified" Actually Mean?

SANS (South African National Standards) certification isn’t just a stamp of approval — it’s a rigorous standard that guarantees a fire door will perform as required in the event of a fire. It ensures:

• The door can withstand fire for a specified time (like 60 or 120 minutes)

• The materials and construction are tested under real conditions

• The door and frame have been installed correctly as a system

At Stronghold, we manufacture fire doors certified to Class A and C standards, including custom-sized sliding fire doors — a rare offering in South Africa.

⚠️ Why Non-Certified Doors Are a Risk

The biggest mistake we see? Clients are opting for the cheapest fire doors on the market, hoping they'll “be enough.” The truth is: fire doors aren't decorative. They’re engineered safety devices, designed to save lives and property when seconds count.

If your fire door isn’t certified, it might not:

• Seal properly under heat

• Stay structurally intact under fire pressure

• Buy you the time needed for evacuation

And when you need it most… You can’t afford to find out it’s failed.

🛠️ Built to Protect — Made by Stronghold

All Stronghold fire doors are handmade to your specifications, using locally sourced materials and built to international standards. Whether you need one door or 100, each one is crafted to perform on the day you hope never comes.

We offer:

• Sliding or single-leaf fire doors

• SANS-certified options in almost any size

• Site assessments, video call consultations, or photo-based recommendations

Our mission? To build doors that protect more than buildings — they protect people.

✅ Ready to Upgrade?

Contact us at sales2@strongholdfs.co.za or call 011 822 2570 to request a quote or schedule a consultation.