Exit Devices for Every Application

Exit Devices for Every Application

Posted by ZenSupply Product Guru on May 29th 2025

Secure, Fire-Rated, and Durable Exit Solutions In Stock Now

When safety is the priority, there’s no room for guesswork.
Exit devices commonly known as panic bars are essential for secure, code-compliant egress in commercial buildings.

At ZenSupply, we carry a full range of exit hardware designed to meet the highest performance standards. Whether you’re sourcing for a school, hospital, warehouse, or office, we make it EASY to get the right device for the job with top brands, fast shipping, and real-time support.

If it goes on the door, we have it.
If it protects people and property, we stock it.

Why Exit Devices Are a Code-Required Must-Have

Exit devices are not optional, they're often required by fire, life safety, and building codes.
Here’s why they matter:

  • Fast, safe egress during emergencies

  • Code compliance with IBC, NFPA, ADA, and local regulations

  • Durability under daily use in high-traffic areas

  • Security without compromising safety

  • Integration with fire alarms and access systems

A compromised or non-compliant exit device puts occupants, operations, and liability at risk.

ZenSupply Exit Devices: What We Offer

From basic rim devices to sophisticated electrified systems, ZenSupply provides panic and egress hardware for every commercial application.

Rim Exit Devices

Rim devices are the most common style of panic hardware, easy to install, durable, and code-compliant.

Best for:

  • Single doors

  • Back exits

  • Retrofit applications

Features:

  • Surface-mounted

  • Grade 1 or 2 durability

  • Fire-rated and non-fire-rated options

  • Compatible with electric latch retraction and dogging kits

Top Brands:
Von Duprin 99/98 Series, Sargent 8800 Series, Falcon 25 Series, Yale 7000 Series

Vertical Rod Exit Devices (Surface or Concealed)

Vertical rod devices are used on double doors or where a center mullion isn’t desired.

Types:

Best for:

  • Schools, auditoriums, churches

  • Double-door egress paths

  • Aesthetic-conscious environments

Features:

  • Latching at top and bottom

  • Optional fire-rating

  • Works with flush bolts and door coordinators

Brands We Carry:
Von Duprin, Adams Rite, Sargent, Corbin Russwin

Fire-Rated Exit Devices

In many commercial settings, doors are required to maintain fire barriers and that includes panic hardware.

What makes them fire-rated?

  • Certified under UL 10C or ANSI 156.3

  • No dogging (hold-open) unless electric and connected to alarm

  • Materials that maintain latching under heat and stress

Where they’re required:

  • Stairwells

  • Corridor doors

  • Storage or utility rooms in healthcare, education, government buildings

ZenSupply stocks fire-rated models across all device types so you’re always compliant.

Electrified & Access-Controlled Exit Devices

Modern buildings need more than mechanical egress, they need security and access tracking built in.

Electrified Options Include:

  • Electric Latch Retraction (ELR)

  • Electric Dogging (hold-open)

  • Delayed Egress

  • Alarmed Egress

  • Integrated access control

Benefits:

  • Integrates with card readers, access systems, and alarms

  • Enables remote control or lockdown functionality

  • Maintains life safety while enhancing security

Applications:

  • Airports

  • Data centers

  • Medical labs

  • Educational campuses

ZenSupply Brands:
Von Duprin, Sargent, Detex, Alarm Lock, Yale

Who Needs Exit Hardware?

ZenSupply proudly serves professionals across multiple industries where compliance and safety are mission-critical:

  • General Contractors & Subcontractors – New builds, tenant improvements, and fit-outs

  • Locksmiths & Integrators – Panic hardware retrofits and electronic installs

  • Hospitality & Multi-Tenant Managers – Keep high-occupancy properties compliant and secure

  • Healthcare & Education Facilities – Meet NFPA 101 and ADA codes

  • Facility Managers & MRO Teams – Maintain safe egress in multi-site operations

Whether you're replacing a single device or outfitting a facility, we deliver what you need, fast.

Why ZenSupply?

Top Brands, Vetted Inventory

We stock spec-grade, field-tested panic hardware from the best names in the business.

Fast Fulfillment

Most products ship same-day from our U.S.-based warehouses.

Expert Support

Need help matching function, finish, or fire rating? Our Zen Advisors respond instantly via chat, text, or email.

ZenSupply Rewards

Earn points with every purchase and redeem them for:

  • Discounts

  • Gift cards

  • Future rewards

Trusted Exit Device Brands We Stock

Brand

Known For

Von Duprin

Industry-standard exit and fire-rated devices

Sargent

Durable mortise and rim panic hardware

Falcon

Value-focused exit devices backed by Allegion

Adams Rite

Aluminum storefront and concealed options

Detex

Alarmed and delayed egress hardware

Yale

Electrified panic hardware with sleek designs

Corbin Russwin

Institutional-grade fire-rated panic devices

Everything we stock is UL-listed, ANSI-certified, and backed by real-world performance.

Common Questions: Exit Hardware Edition

Q: Can I use the same panic bar for a fire-rated and non-fire-rated door?
A: Only if the bar is UL-labeled for fire use. Otherwise, fire-rated doors require non-dogging hardware.

Q: What’s the difference between electric dogging and ELR?
A: Dogging holds the latch retracted (for push/pull use). ELR allows the latch to be retracted electronically and re-latched for security.

Q: Can I integrate panic hardware with access control?
A: Yes most electrified devices are compatible with card readers, alarms, and remote systems. Zen Advisors can help configure the right match.

Final Word: Panic Hardware, Without the Panic

When it comes to commercial safety, exit devices are non-negotiable.
And at ZenSupply, we take the guesswork out of finding the right one.

✔ UL- and ANSI-certified

✔ Code-compliant and ADA-ready

✔ In stock and shipping fast

✔ Backed by real-time expert support

ZenSupply. We make it EASY.

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