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What type of material is commonly used as the core of a horizontal sliding fire door?
What type of material is commonly used as the core of a horizontal sliding fire door?
- Wood (correct)
- Concrete
- Steel
- Aluminum
What is the purpose of the vent hole in the sheet metal covering of a horizontal sliding fire door?
What is the purpose of the vent hole in the sheet metal covering of a horizontal sliding fire door?
- To release the gases of thermal decomposition of the wood core (correct)
- To allow for air circulation
- To reduce the weight of the door
- To provide a visual inspection of the wood core
Which metal is commonly used to cover the wood core of a horizontal sliding fire door?
Which metal is commonly used to cover the wood core of a horizontal sliding fire door?
- Aluminum
- Steel, galvanized sheet metal, and terneplate (correct)
- Copper
- Brass
What is the main disadvantage of a swinging fire door compared to a horizontal sliding fire door?
What is the main disadvantage of a swinging fire door compared to a horizontal sliding fire door?
What is the primary purpose of a swinging fire door in a building?
What is the primary purpose of a swinging fire door in a building?
What is the primary difference between an automatic fire door and a self-closing fire door?
What is the primary difference between an automatic fire door and a self-closing fire door?
What is the main purpose of a fire door in a building?
What is the main purpose of a fire door in a building?
What is the advantage of a horizontal sliding fire door compared to a swinging fire door?
What is the advantage of a horizontal sliding fire door compared to a swinging fire door?
What type of metal is used to create a "tin-clad" fire door?
What type of metal is used to create a "tin-clad" fire door?
What is the purpose of the wood core in a horizontal sliding fire door?
What is the purpose of the wood core in a horizontal sliding fire door?