Panic Bars & Exit Devices in Bay City, Michigan

Code-Compliant Emergency Egress Solutions for Commercial & Industrial Buildings

In an emergency, doors must open quickly, easily, and without confusion. Panic bars and exit devices are a critical life-safety component in many commercial buildings throughout Bay City, especially in spaces with public occupancy, high traffic, or strict fire code requirements. When these devices are improperly installed, worn out, or non-compliant, they put people and property at risk.

FBH Architectural Security provides professional installation, replacement, and service of panic bars and exit devices in Bay City, backed by more than 70 years of experience working with commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. Our team ensures every exit device operates smoothly, meets code, and integrates correctly with the rest of the door system.

What Are Panic Bars & Exit Devices?

Panic bars—also known as crash bars or exit devices—allow occupants to exit a building by applying pressure to a horizontal bar rather than turning a handle or knob. These devices are required by building and fire codes in many situations, including assembly spaces, schools, retail buildings, and industrial facilities.

Exit devices are designed to:

• Allow fast, unobstructed egress during emergencies
• Reduce confusion and panic in high-stress situations
• Keep buildings compliant with life-safety codes
• Withstand heavy daily use

Panic Bar & Exit Device Installation in Bay City

FBH installs panic hardware for both new construction and existing buildings throughout Bay City. We evaluate each opening to ensure the correct device type, mounting method, and hardware configuration is used.

We install:

• Rim exit devices
• Surface vertical rod exit devices
• Concealed vertical rod exit devices
• Fire-rated exit devices
• Electrified exit devices
• Devices integrated with access control or alarms

Each installation is carefully aligned, reinforced, and tested to ensure smooth operation and long-term durability.

Fire-Rated & Code-Compliant Exit Hardware

Many Bay City buildings require fire-rated panic hardware, especially on fire-rated doors and exit corridors. FBH ensures that the exit device, door, frame, and hardware all match the required fire rating and meet NFPA and Michigan building code standards.

We also ensure:

• Proper latching and closing
• Correct clearances and mounting heights
• ADA accessibility compliance
• Compatibility with door closers and seals

This attention to detail helps facilities pass inspections and remain safe for occupants.

Exit Device Replacement & Upgrades

Older or damaged panic bars can become unreliable or fall out of compliance. FBH provides replacement and upgrade services for Bay City facilities experiencing issues such as:

• Sticking or binding exit devices
• Loose or damaged bars
• Hardware that no longer meets current code
• Integration issues with access control systems
• Excessive wear from heavy traffic

We recommend durable, commercial-grade devices designed for long service life in high-use environments.

Where Panic Bars Are Commonly Required

Panic bars and exit devices are commonly installed in:

• Schools and educational facilities
• Retail stores and shopping centers
• Restaurants and assembly spaces
• Industrial and manufacturing buildings
• Municipal and government facilities
• Healthcare and institutional buildings

If your Bay City facility serves the public or has designated egress requirements, proper exit hardware is essential.

Why Bay City Facilities Trust FBH

FBH understands that exit hardware is not just another piece of door hardware—it’s a life-safety system. With decades of experience working on commercial door assemblies throughout Bay City, we ensure panic bars are installed correctly, function reliably, and meet all applicable codes.

Businesses choose FBH because:

• We have 70+ years of commercial door experience
• We specialize in code-compliant, high-traffic installations
• We coordinate panic hardware with doors, frames, closers, and access control
• We deliver professional installation with long-term reliability

Schedule Panic Bar & Exit Device Installation in Bay City

Whether you’re outfitting a new building, replacing outdated hardware, or bringing an existing space up to code, FBH provides dependable panic bar and exit device solutions throughout Bay City.