Q: What testing has this panic hardware been approved by?
A: The exit device itself (98/99) has been tested to UL305 and ANSI/BHMA A156.3 requirements but the devices are not listed with either UL or ANSI/BHMA. The finishes are tested to the ANSI/BHMA A156.3 requirements. This particular trim application has not been tested to any standard.
Q: This is our standard 99 rim device used with our 9927 top rod and 374T thumb turn control switched over to a lever assembly… Note: We designed these parts to be used together because code states the outside trim can be mounter no lower than 54” from the finished floor or concrete…
A: The response above was provided by Von Duprin technical support.
Q: 1) Has it been installed in Miami-Dade County. 2) Is the strike protected from exterior tampering. 3) Does the latch requires full swing to operate, can a child jump and open the door. 4) Can the latch be a round knob?
A: Please reply to this message with a drawing of your door and frame so we can work to confirm compatibility.
Q: Hi, I believe that I closed the previous chat by mistake. My question is: Can I install the Von Duprin 98L-374L-POOL-WH-4 US32D LHR Rim Panic Exit Device - Left Handed, WH-4 in a 3.5" door?
A: It can be manufactured for a three and a half inch thick door but it would need to be quoted because door thickness will impact the cost. Let us know which strike you would like to use and
I'll be glad to work on sending you a formal quote if you'd like to provide your email address...