panic bars
Push-to-escape hardware
Panic bars are the horizontal push bars on emergency exit doors that unlatch when pressed, allowing quick escape during emergencies.
Building codes require them in public spaces like theaters, schools, and office buildings.
The design lets crowds exit rapidly without fumbling for handles—you simply push against the bar while moving forward.
Also called crash bars or push bars.
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