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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cal-Royal?
Cal-Royal is an economy-tier full-line commercial hardware manufacturer. It is best known for exit devices, closers, and locks.
What products does Cal-Royal make?
Cal-Royal's product range includes exit devices, door closers, locks, and hinges.
When is Cal-Royal panic hardware required by code?
Under the IBC, exit devices like Cal-Royal's are required on doors serving assembly or educational occupancies with 50 or more occupants, all high-hazard (Group H) occupancies, and certain large electrical rooms. On fire-rated doors you must use Cal-Royal fire exit hardware, which is labeled for both panic and fire and cannot use mechanical dogging.
Where is Cal-Royal hardware typically used?
Cal-Royal hardware is specified for value commercial projects needing code-compliant hardware.
Is Cal-Royal hardware commercial grade and code compliant?
Yes. Cal-Royal manufactures to commercial standards and tests its products to the applicable ANSI/BHMA A156.3 for exit devices. For most commercial and institutional openings, specify Grade 1 where the product line offers it, and confirm any fire-rating or ADA listings the opening requires.
What is the difference between rim, mortise, and vertical rod Cal-Royal exit devices?
Rim devices latch at the frame and are the most common single-door choice. Mortise devices use a mortise lock body for added security. Surface and concealed vertical rod (SVR and CVR) devices latch at the top and bottom for pairs of doors. Cal-Royal offers each type so the device matches the door configuration.
Does National Lock Supply sell genuine Cal-Royal products?
Yes. National Lock Supply is a stocking distributor of genuine Cal-Royal exit devices, closers, and locks, with competitive pricing, real-time availability, and expert support to help you specify the right part. Browse the full Cal-Royal line or contact us for project quotes and cross-references.