REI Metal Doors

REI Fire Doors

A fire door – also known as a REI door – is a component of passive fire protection designed to contain flames and toxic smoke within a compartment, slowing the spread of fire and ensuring a safe way out of the building.

Unlike an ordinary door, FIP Porte's metal REI doors actively hold back flames and harmful smoke, without compromising on appearance. They are used wherever rooms must be able to cope with any emergency: hotels, offices, accommodation facilities, as well as buildings with two or more storeys and rooms leading to garages.
The most common installation contexts include schools, hospitals, commercial premises and offices, where regulations require certified solutions.

REI Classes: Differences between REI 45, REI 60 and REI 120

The acronym REI identifies three properties that a fire door must guarantee at the same time in a fire: mechanical Resistance, Integrity against smoke and flames, and thermal Insulation. The number that follows – 45, 60 or 120 – indicates for how many minutes, in the laboratory fire test, the door maintains all three properties. In Europe the same performance is certified with the acronym EI and CE marking (mandatory since 2019).

The class to install is not a matter of choice: it is set by the building's fire safety design, according to the regulations that apply to the specific context. REI 120 doors are used where the longest protection time is needed, as in many garages and in higher-risk technical rooms: situations where two hours of certified resistance can make the difference between a manageable intervention and a disaster. If you are unsure which class you need, our guide on the price, quality and aesthetics of REI doors looks in detail at the factors to consider. Or contact us directly: our technical team will assess your situation and recommend the right solution.

Metal Fire Doors: The FIP Porte Catalogue

The catalogue offers a wide selection of steel REI doors in several versions and sizes, both single-leaf and double-leaf for wider openings. A panic bar can be added to meet fire safety requirements in public buildings and hotels.

All doors are made of galvanised steel sheet, powder-coated with epoxy-polyester cured at 180 °C, available in all RAL colours and with a choice of fixing (anchors, wall plugs or sub-frame).

If you are looking for an economical fire door, our in-stock REI doors are the practical answer: short lead times and no extra cost for made-to-order production. For technical specifications, available classes and delivery times, see the complete page on in-stock REI fire doors.

Certifications and current regulations for REI doors

Every fire door placed on the market must carry CE marking under the European standard EN 16034, together with a Declaration of Performance (DoP). The fire resistance class is determined by the EN 1634-1 test and expressed according to EN 13501-2; in Italy classification is governed by the Ministerial Decree of 16 February 2007. The essential points:

• CE marking and DoP are mandatory for new doors: they have replaced the old national approval.

• A label showing the CE marking and the resistance class is fixed to every door.

• Installation by a qualified installer, who issues a Declaration of correct installation – a key document for fire safety approval (UNI 11473-1).

• Certified hardware: hinges, door closer, panic bar and lock are part of the certified configuration. Replacing them with parts not provided for can invalidate the REI class.

• Mandatory periodic maintenance: as a rule every six months, recorded in the fire safety log, as required by the Ministerial Decree of 1 September 2021. Checks must be carried out by qualified maintenance technicians – read all the obligations under UNI 11473-1 to know what to check and how often.

FIP Porte metal doors are certified EI2 60 and REI 120 compliant with UNI 9723, with CE marking and a Declaration of Performance (DoP).

Choose the right REI door for your needs

Installing the correct fire door depends on several key factors, including the regulatory context, the building's use and the required resistance class. The FIP Porte technical team will guide you through the whole process, from choice to delivery, with in-stock solutions available throughout Italy.

Write to info@fipporte.com or contact us directly on WhatsApp for free advice or a personalised quote.