Manufacturer Spotlight: Total Door Smoke Containment Products

At Alder’s, we take pride in supplying specialty building materials that meet the highest standards in safety, compliance, design, and more to our customers. As part of our ongoing Manufacturer Spotlight series, we are highlighting one of the most innovative leaders in the field of smoke containment: Total Door Systems. Their advanced smoke and fire containment solutions, especially for elevator shafts and door assemblies, are redefining what it means to meet building code and safety codes across a variety of industries.

Total Door Systems: Integrated Solutions for Maximum Protection

What sets Total Door Systems apart is their fully integrated door opening systems—combining each door, frame, and hardware into one seamless solution. These fire-rated doors and smoke rated systems are engineered to prevent smoke migration and slow the spread of fire in the event of a fire, protecting occupants and aiding evacuation efforts.

Key Benefits:

• Smoke Door Systems: Total Door’s integrated door systems are designed to block smoke at its most dangerous points, including corridor and elevator door locations.
• NFPA Compliant: All products are built to comply with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) fire codes and standards.
• Code Requirements Met and Exceeded: From building fire performance criteria to smoke containment strategies for elevator hoistways, Total Door solutions check every box.

Spotlight on SafeFrame®: Smoke Containment for Elevator Shafts

One of Total Door Systems’ most groundbreaking innovations is the SafeFrame®—a patented, fully integrated smoke containment system for elevator shafts. It’s designed specifically to address smoke migration through elevator doors, a critical vulnerability in multi-story structures.

Why SafeFrame®?

• No More Elevator Lobbies: SafeFrame® eliminates the need to build separate smoke curtain walls or enclosed elevator lobbies, increasing safety and accessibility.
• Fast, Simple Installation: Delivered as a single, self-contained unit, the system reduces labor costs and installation time.
• Comprehensive Code Coverage: SafeFrame® meets fire and smoke door code requirements, satisfying both local building code and federal regulations.

Designed for Every Building Environment

Whether you’re working on a new development or retrofitting an older facility, Total Door Systems’ solutions offer flexible, code-compliant safety for a wide range of use cases:

• Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities: Ensure compliant, safe door assemblies that protect vulnerable populations in the event of a fire.
• Educational Institutions: High-traffic areas stay safe and accessible with durable fire-rated doors.
• Commercial Buildings: Incorporate high-performance smoke containment strategies for elevators without compromising on aesthetics.
• Retrofit Projects: Total Door’s modular systems are ideal for upgrades that bring buildings in line with NFPA and building fire standards.

Partnering with Alder’s: Your Path to Safer Buildings

Choosing Total Door Systems through Alder’s means more than just acquiring high-performance smoke and fire containment products—it means working with a distributor who understands the critical role of smoke rated door openings in building safety. Our expert team is here to guide you from product selection through installation and support, helping your project meet AIA, NFPA, and local code requirements with confidence.

For more information, visit our Total Door product page or contact us today to learn how we can help protect your next project.