
| PROTECTION BARS & GUARDS | ROCKWOOD |
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Latch Guard and Vertical Rod Cover
| Problem: Vertical rod
exit devices on existing doors inhibit use of doors by
persons in wheelchairs and other mobility assistance
devices. Solution: Install a Latch Guard (BFLG10). Designed to fit over most manufacturers bottom latch cases. (Up to 2 1/4" wide x 10" high x 2 1/4" projection.) To help comply with the requirement for a smooth surface at the bottom of the door (ADA), Rockwood has developed this latch guard which features a 45 degree ramp to allow wheelchair footrest to slide over the vertical rod and latch. A matching vertical rod cover is also available for extra protection in high traffic or abuse areas. The BFLG Latch Guard Covers are designed to be surface mounted over the bottom latch of surface vertical rod exit devices. The BFRC Vertical Rod Cover is channel shaped. This product will protect the vertical rod from impact damage by gurneys and carts so that these vital devices will properly operate. |
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| Model | length | Finishes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRFC12 | 12" | 3 | Brass |
| 4 | Brushed | ||
| BFLG10 | 10" | 9 | Bright Bronze |
| BFLG12 | 12" | 10 | Stain Bronze |
| BFLG16 | 16" | 10B | Oil Rubbed Bronze |
| 26 | Bright Chrome | ||
| 26D | Brushed Chrome | ||
| 32D | Stainless Steel | ||
| Hollow Metal and Wood Door Repair
Kits To repair doors that are damaged from rust or abuse.
Finishes 3, 4, 9, 10, 10B, 26, 26D, 32, 32D |
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Trim Protector Bars

Trim Protector Bar is made of 3/8" x 1 1/4" type 304 stainless steel. It is designed to protect projecting hardware such as locks or latch sets on doors or wall mounted hardware such as fire alarm stations or thermostats found in most commercial facilities.
Trim protector bars effectively eliminate costly damage to these devices caused by constant moving of objects through corridors and door openings.
Typical applications include: Industrial and manufauring facilities, hospitals and nursing homes, hotels and motels, shopping centers, restaurant, libraries and computer facilities.
Also a trim protector bar should be used anywhere that food service carts, beds, hospital equipment, inventory carts, and equipment of any type move through facilities, damaging projecting hardware and trim. Finishes 32D Standard.
Other finishes available.

Door edges are fabricated from .050" thick stainless steel. They are available in other inishes. Phillips flat head stainless steel sheet metal screws are furnished. The standard door edge length is 42" but any length up to 96" is available. Door edges are used on the lock side of the door protect the edge of the door from being damaged by carts or hand trucks.

| Mortise | Non-Mortise | Over-Lapping |
|---|---|---|
Designed to
mount flush on door, leaving no exposed lips on edges. |
Appliced to surface of door leaving a small edge on each end of door edge protector. | Used when "armor
plates" are mounted on existing door. The overlap allows the armor plate to sit under door edge protector. Note: Overlap door protectors are only used to height of armor plate. |
To Order
Specify Type of edge required 9see diagram)
Specify Door thickness of where door edge protector will be applied.
Specify Length of protector starting at bottom of door going up to desired height.
Finishes 3, 4, 10, 10B, 26, 26D or 32D
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