Coordinators & Astragals

When a pair needs a coordinator

A coordinator holds the active leaf open until the inactive leaf has closed. You need one when the pair has an overlapping astragal, automatic or constant latching flush bolts, or hardware on the active leaf that must latch into the inactive leaf. On fire-rated pairs with an overlapping astragal, a coordinator is needed so the doors close and latch as listed. See what voids a fire door label.

Choosing the parts

• Bar coordinators, such as the Ives COR, mount on the stop at the head and are sized to the width of the opening.
• Gravity coordinators, such as the Ives COR7G and COR9G, are another option.
• Filler bars close the gap between the coordinator and the frame for a finished look.
• Mounting brackets let the coordinator clear closer arms and other hardware at the head. The Ives MB1 and MB2 are chosen by stop width.
• Carry bars, such as the Ives CB1, carry the active leaf open when the inactive leaf is opened first.

Check before you order

Confirm the opening width, frame stop width and any closer or holder mounted at the head. Send the door schedule to estimates@uniteddoorsandlocks.com if you want it checked.