BA-FRHTB Fire-Rated Roof Hatch Thermally Broken
Looking for a roof hatch that doesn’t fall short on performance when you need it most? Discover the BA-FRHTB Fire-Rated Roof Hatch Thermally Broken by Best Access Doors, designed to elevate your building’s functionality and provide the reliability you deserve. This expertly crafted hatch ensures secure rooftop access while helping slow the spread of fire, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications.
Engineered to meet rigorous fire-resistance standards, the BA-FRHTB combines cutting-edge design with dependable performance, ensuring you get the best of both worlds.
This model features a thermally broken aluminum cover with 2" insulation, delivering energy efficiency and resilience against extreme weather conditions. With fire ratings of up to 240 minutes, it provides valuable time in high-risk environments while seamlessly integrating with modern architectural designs.
Key Features:
- Thermal Insulation: The hatch includes 2" PIR insulation, boasting a U-value of 0.076 Btu/hr·ft²·°F, ensuring high energy efficiency and preventing heat transfer.
- Weatherproof Design: Rated to IP66, the BA-FRHTB offers superior dust and water ingress resistance, safeguarding your space from the elements.
- Fire-Resistance Rating: With a fire rating of up to 4 hours, the BA-FRHTB meets EN 1634-4 and UL-EU standards, offering a reliable rooftop access solution for fire-sensitive areas.
- Heavy-Duty Durability: Constructed with high-quality aluminum and galvanized steel cladding, the BA-FRHTB ensures long-lasting performance.
- Acoustic Rating: The standard 25dB sound reduction, with an optional upgrade to 45dB, minimizes noise transmission for quieter spaces.
Why Choose the BA-FRHTB Fire-Rated Roof Hatch?
- Fire-Resistant Barriers: The BA-FRHTB is designed to provide crucial time for safe evacuations and to facilitate firefighters' access during emergencies.
- Energy Efficiency: The thermally broken design, paired with premium insulation, helps reduce energy costs by preventing heat loss, making it ideal for eco-conscious building projects.
- Acoustic Performance: With a standard 25dB sound reduction and an optional upgrade to 45dB, the BA-FRHTB minimizes sound transmission, creating a peaceful, quieter environment for residential and commercial spaces.
- Compatible with Modern Safety Systems: Designed to integrate with various safety and building systems, ensuring compliance and functionality in diverse installations.
- Ease of Operation: This hatch features a gas spring-assisted opening, ensuring effortless access. Electric or hydraulic options are available for larger installations.
- Built for Tough Conditions: The BA-FRHTB is rated to withstand high wind loads, offering superior weatherproofing and sealing for extreme environments.
- Seamless Aesthetic: With optional powder coatings, this hatch integrates effortlessly into your architectural vision, combining form and function.
Installation Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Roof Opening
- Verify that the structural opening is clear and matches the hatch’s external dimensions. Ensure the opening size accounts for the flange, which should be structural opening + 11.75".
Step 2: Positioning and Securing the Hatch
- Place the hatch into the prepared opening and carefully align it. Use 5/16" screws or anchors to secure the hatch via the pre-punched 11/32" fixing holes in the flange.
Step 3: Sealing
- Apply fire-resistant mastic or sealant between the upstand flange and the roof membrane. This step is crucial for creating an airtight, fireproof, and weatherproof seal that maintains the hatch’s fire rating and overall performance.
Step 4: Test the Gas Spring and Safety Stays
- Check the gas spring-assisted opening mechanism for smooth operation, ensuring it opens up to 85°. Install wind restraints or safety stays for added security, especially in high-wind areas.
Step 5: Locking Mechanism
- Test the stainless-steel slam latch to ensure proper functionality. Verify that both internal and external locks are secured.
Helpful Maintenance and Safety Information
- Gas Spring Mechanism: Regularly inspect for wear and tear. If safety stays or wind restraints are installed, ensure they remain secure over time.
- Hatch Insulation: Periodically check the integrity of the thermal break and insulation, particularly if the hatch includes optional mineral wool insulation. This will help maintain its U-value of 0.111 Btu/hr·ft²·°F.
- Safety Precautions: Always use hold-open safety stays and wind restraints in areas prone to high winds to prevent accidental closures.
Whether you're an architect seeking the perfect balance of safety and aesthetics or a builder prioritizing quality and efficiency, the BA-FRHTB Fire-Rated Roof Hatch Thermally Broken has your back. Stay ahead of risks and elevate your property standards with a smart, compliant solution that works when it matters most.
Ready to enhance your next project? Contact us today at 1-800-483-0823 for expert advice and customized solutions or to request a quote. Open the door to innovation with Best Access Doors, and build with confidence.
