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4710 N Brady St
Davenport, IA 52806
Des Moines, IA
2276 NE 46th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
Corrosion-Resistant & Heavy Hardware
What Are Corrosion-Resistant Doors and Heavy-Duty Security Gates?
Corrosion-resistant doors and heavy-duty security gates are specialized products designed for facilities where sanitation requirements, chemical exposure, washdown procedures, humidity, moisture, or access-control needs demand more than a conventional commercial door can provide. Barron Equipment offers both corrosion-resistant personnel doors for interior and regulated environments, as well as heavy-duty folding security gates for access control and facility security. These solutions are commonly found in food processing facilities, pharmaceutical plants, laboratories, chemical processing facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, warehouses, and industrial buildings.
Key Compliance & Performance Features
- Chem-Pruf Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) — NIH Standards Compliant
- Chem-Pruf Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) — FDA Compliant
- Chem-Pruf Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) — Available with up to a 90-Minute Fire Label
- Chem-Pruf Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) — Available with Storm, Blast, and STC-Rated Configurations
- Durulite CR 1400 EcoMate® Insulation — EPA VOC Exempt Status
- Durulite CR 1400 — Sanitary Surface That Never Requires Painting
- Durulite CR 1400 — Rotationally Molded Polyethylene Construction with NON-CFC Urethane Core
Corrosion-Resistant Personnel Doors
Barron Equipment carries two corrosion-resistant personnel door systems designed for demanding industrial and sanitary environments.
The Durulite® CR 1400 utilizes rotationally molded polyethylene construction for superior impact resistance and corrosion protection, while the Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) utilizes fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) construction for pharmaceutical, cleanroom, and highly regulated facilities. Both products are designed to provide long-term performance in environments where standard steel doors are vulnerable to corrosion, moisture damage, or sanitation challenges.
Who Makes These Doors?
The Durulite® CR 1400 is manufactured by Chase Doors, while the Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) is manufactured by Chem-Pruf. Both manufacturers operate under the Senneca Holdings family of specialty door brands. Barron Equipment supplies these products throughout Iowa and the Midwest and can assist with product selection, specification, and project support.
Durulite® CR 1400 Corrosion-Resistant Door
The Durulite® CR 1400 Corrosion-Resistant Door is designed for facilities exposed to moisture, washdowns, chemicals, acids, petroleum products, animal fats, and cleaning solvents. Manufactured by Chase Doors, this specialty personnel door features a seamless rotationally molded polyethylene outer skin combined with an ultra-high-density NON-CFC urethane foamed-in-place core.
The one-piece molded surface never requires painting and cleans easily with soap and water, making it ideal for sanitation-sensitive environments. Its lightweight construction provides ease of operation while maintaining exceptional impact resistance and corrosion protection.
Features
- Rotationally molded polyethylene construction
- Ultra-high-density NON-CFC urethane foam core
- 1-3/4″ overall door thickness
- Lightweight design at approximately 3.66 lbs per square foot
- Available in 14 standard colors
- Resistant to acids, petroleum products, animal fats, and cleaning solvents
- Continuous service performance from-40°F to 150°F
- Intermittent service performance up to 170°F
- Designed for temperature differentials up to 40°F
- EcoMate® insulation technology with EPA VOC Exempt Status
Common Applications
- Food processing facilities
- Beverage production facilities
- Washdown environments
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Institutional facilities
- Wastewater treatment plants
- Chemical processing facilities
- Cleanroom environments
Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1)
The Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) is designed for highly corrosive, sanitary, and regulated environments. Constructed from fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) with a polypropylene honeycomb core and a 25-mil resin-rich gelcoat surface, the CP1 provides long-term protection against corrosion, moisture intrusion, saltwater exposure, chlorine, acids, detergents, and industrial sanitizers.
Its seamless monolithic construction eliminates gaps and exposed edge joints where bacteria, contaminants, or moisture can accumulate.
Features
- Fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) construction
- 25-mil resin-rich gelcoat surface
- Polypropylene honeycomb core
- NIH Standards Compliant
- FDA Compliant
- Resistant to chlorine, saltwater, acids, detergents, and industrial sanitizers
- Available with up to a 90-minute fire label
- Available with blast, storm, and STC-rated options
- Seamless monolithic construction
Common Applications
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Biotechnology facilities
- Laboratories
- Food processing facilities
- Chemical processing facilities
- Wastewater treatment plants
- Cleanrooms
- Sanitation-sensitive environments
Which Product Is Right for Your Environment?
| Environment | Recommended Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Facility | Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) | NIH Standards compliant and FDA compliant |
| Cleanroom Environment | Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) | Seamless, monolithic FRP construction helps reduce areas where moisture and contaminants can collect |
| Fire-Rated Opening | Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) | Available with a fire label of up to 90 minutes |
| Daily Washdowns with Industrial Sanitizers | Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door (CP1) | Resistant to industrial sanitizers and aggressive cleaning chemicals |
| Acid, Petroleum, or Animal Fat Exposure | Durulite® CR 1400 | Rotationally molded polyethylene resists acids, petroleum products, animal fats, and cleaning solvents |
| Food Processing Facility | Durulite® CR 1400 or Chem-Pruf® CP1 | Selection depends on sanitation procedures, chemical exposure, regulatory requirements, and required performance ratings |
| Wastewater Treatment Facility | Durulite® CR 1400 or Chem-Pruf® CP1 | Selection depends on the facility’s chemicals, moisture exposure, sanitation procedures, and opening requirements |
| Restricted-Access Area | Heavy-Duty Folding Security Gate | Provides a physical access-control barrier while maintaining visibility and airflow |
| Dock Door, Service Entrance, or Hallway | Heavy-Duty Folding Security Gate | Single gates cover openings up to 12 feet wide, while pair gates cover openings up to 24 feet wide |
Heavy-Duty Folding Security Gates
Barron Equipment also offers heavy-duty folding security gates designed to provide access control and security for commercial and industrial openings.
Constructed from galvanized steel webbing and heavy-duty steel framing, these accordion-style gates secure openings while maintaining airflow and visibility. They fold compactly when not in use and pivot clear of the opening during operation.
Features
- 14-gauge galvanized steel webbing
- 12-gauge angle iron frames
- Corrosion-resistant galvanized finish
- 180-degree pivot operation
- Padlock-compatible steel hasp
- Optional cylinder lock configurations
- Custom sizing available
- Optional powder-coated finishes
Available Sizes
Single Folding Security Gates
- Up to 12 feet wide
Pair Folding Security Gates
- Up to 24 feet wide
Standard Heights
- 72″
- 78″
- 84″
- 90″
- 96″
Typical Applications
- Dock doors
- Service entrances
- Warehouses
- Hallways
- Inventory storage areas
- Equipment rooms
- Shipping and receiving departments
- Restricted-access areas
Request a Quote
Every facility environment presents unique challenges. Barron Equipment can help evaluate your application, opening dimensions, sanitation requirements, environmental conditions, and security needs to determine the best solution.
Call 1-800-397-6690 or submit a Request a Quote form to discuss your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Durulite® CR 1400 and the Chem-Pruf® Fiberglass Standard Door?
The Durulite CR 1400 uses rotationally molded polyethylene construction and is designed for environments exposed to moisture, acids, petroleum products, animal fats, and cleaning solvents. The Chem-Pruf CP1 uses fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) with a 25-mil gelcoat surface and is designed for highly regulated environments requiring NIH Standards compliance, FDA compliance, fire-rated openings, and enhanced sanitation performance.
Are these corrosion-resistant doors suitable for pharmaceutical or food processing facilities?
Yes. The Chem-Pruf CP1 is NIH Standards compliant and FDA compliant and is commonly used in pharmaceutical and regulated food processing facilities. The Durulite CR 1400 is also widely used in food processing, cleanroom, and washdown applications due to its corrosion-resistant polyethylene construction.
What does the Chem-Pruf gelcoat do?
The Chem-Pruf gelcoat creates a durable, corrosion-resistant barrier that protects the door from chemicals, moisture, chlorine, saltwater, detergents, and industrial sanitizers. Because it is molded into the door rather than applied as a surface coating, it provides long-term protection without requiring repainting.
What sizes are available for heavy-duty folding security gates?
Single folding gates are available for openings up to 12 feet wide, while pair folding gates cover openings up to 24 feet wide. Standard heights include 72″, 78″, 84″, 90″, and 96″.
Does Barron Equipment help with product selection?
Yes. Barron Equipment can help evaluate your application requirements, sanitation needs, environmental exposure, security concerns, and opening dimensions to determine the most appropriate corrosion-resistant door or security gate solution.