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• Easy-to-Use.
• Helps to Determine if A of Force Required to Open Doors Meets A.D.A. Regulations.
• Pocket Sized Tool is Simple to Use.
• Range is from 0 to 35 Lbs. (0 to 15.9 kg).

According to the ADA, doors present some of the most common accessibility concerns for disabled persons. Doors that require too much force to open create difficulties for the elderly, for the disabled, and for anyone without sufficient upper-body strength. To facilitate universal accessibility, the ADA has determined the force required for pushing or pulling open a door or gate (other than a fire door) should be: Interior hinged doors: 5 pounds maximum (2.27 kg) Sliding or folding doors: 5 pounds maximum (2.27 kg) Data per 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, section 404.2.9 Our Door Pressure Gauge shows the a of force (pounds or kilograms) required to open doors so you can determine if the door meets A.D.A. regulations. An absolutely vital tool if working on doors in facilities requiring full access to disabled persons. It can also be used to determine the a of rolling force required to open or close patio doors. Gauge measures a range from 0 to 35 lbs. (0 to 15.9 kg). Take the GUESSWORK out of determining how much force is required to open commercial doors! KNOW the EXACT a by using the Door Pressure Gauge (0 - 35 lb Force Range) This instrument is capable of measuring the entire range of forces found in servicing interior and exterior doors. Used by: Building and Fire Code Inspectors Architects and Contractors Building Maintenance Engineers Commercial Door and Hardware Professionals MEET ADA REQUIREMENTS and Satisfy Codes pertaining to Fire and Elevator Doors. The American with Disabilities Act requires that both interior and exterior doors of a building be handicapped accessible. With civil penalties for a first violation ranging up to $75,000, its VITAL to measure commercial door pressure requirements! Subsequent violation penalties are capped at $150,000.