Blast Proof Doors

Blast proof doors are often called blast resistant doors by many of the manufacturing companies. As the name suggests blast resistant or blast proof doors are doors that are designed to withstand a heavy blast and bang. These doors are typically made from several layers of metal to increase their sturdiness. This doors can be found in banks, vaults and warehouses. Companies throughout the United States have been manufacturing blast resistant doors for years.

One such company that manufactures blast proof doors in the United States is International Door Inc. and has been specializing in this facet of the industry for years. They create blast proof doors that can withstand pressure blasts up to one hundred pounds per square foot. Custom doors can be made to withstand higher pressures upon request.

Krieger Specialty Products is another leading company that specializes in building or manufacturing custom doors such as blast proof doors. The doors designed by this company are both blast proof and bullet proof. These doors are built to withstand 100 PSF of pressure. If you wish to have something higher, the company may be able to custom make your door to your specifications.

Krieger checks each door individually to ensure that the product is up to standard. Each door is made from formed, heavy gauge sheet face sheets that have been custom made.

Another use for blast doors is shelters to protect in the event of a tornado to stop debris from penetrating the door.