Kawneer Panic Bars, Exit Devices & Replacement Parts

Shop Kawneer panic bars, exit devices, push bars and replacement parts for commercial aluminum and glass storefront doors. Automatic Door and Hardware carries complete Kawneer exit devices as well as individual replacement components for repairing existing commercial entrance hardware.

Choose from Kawneer surface mount panic bars, rim exit devices, concealed vertical rod exit devices, recessed mount push bars, electrified motorized latch retraction devices and replacement panic bar parts. We also carry latches, vertical rods, dogging mechanisms, strikes, filler plates, rim cylinders, covers, end caps and related hardware for servicing existing Kawneer storefront doors.

Kawneer Storefront Panic Bar & Exit Device Types

Kawneer storefront doors can use several different exit device configurations. Identifying the existing panic bar style is important before ordering a complete replacement device or individual repair component.

• Surface Mount Rim Exit Devices – Surface-mounted push bars using a rim-style latch at the lock stile.
• Surface Mount Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Devices – Surface push bars operating vertical locking hardware concealed within the aluminum door.
• Recessed Mount Exit Devices – Low-profile panic hardware recessed into compatible Kawneer storefront doors.
• Concealed Vertical Rod Panic Bars – Exit devices operating concealed rods and latching hardware within the door.
• Motorized Latch Retraction Exit Devices – Electrified configurations that retract compatible latching hardware for integration with access-control or automatic-door systems.

Kawneer 7-3/4" Surface Mount Push Bars

One of the primary Kawneer exit device families available in this category is the 7-3/4" tall x 1-7/16" head surface mount push bar. These commercial exit devices are available in configurations for both rim latching and concealed vertical rod applications.

Replacement devices and components are available for common commercial glass door sizes and configurations. When replacing an older surface-mounted Kawneer panic bar, compare the dimensions, latch configuration, door width and existing hardware before ordering.

Kawneer Recessed Mount Panic Bars

Kawneer recessed exit devices provide a lower-profile panic bar installation by incorporating the push bar assembly into the aluminum door construction. Our selection includes recessed mount push bars with concealed vertical rods as well as replacement hardware for existing recessed exit device assemblies.

Recessed devices require the correct door preparation and related hardware. Verify the existing device style, door dimensions and handing before selecting a replacement assembly.

Kawneer Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Devices

A concealed vertical rod exit device uses internal rod hardware within the aluminum door rather than relying only on a surface rim latch. When the panic bar is depressed, the exit device operates the internal latching system to release the door.

Automatic Door and Hardware carries complete concealed vertical rod push bar assemblies along with individual replacement components, allowing many existing Kawneer exit devices to be repaired without replacing every component in the system.

Kawneer Panic Bar Replacement Parts

A malfunctioning Kawneer panic bar does not always require replacement of the complete exit device. Depending on the condition of the existing hardware, the problem may be corrected by replacing an individual worn or damaged component.

Kawneer Panic Bar Dogging Mechanisms

Many Kawneer commercial exit devices are equipped with a dogging feature. On compatible devices, dogging allows the push bar to be mechanically held in the depressed position so the latch remains retracted during periods when free access is desired.

Replacement dogging mechanisms are available for compatible Kawneer surface mount and recessed mount push bars. Match the replacement mechanism to the exact style of exit device already installed on the door.

Rim Exit Device vs. Concealed Vertical Rod Panic Bar

Before ordering, determine whether your existing Kawneer door uses a rim exit device or concealed vertical rod exit device. Although the push bars can appear similar from a distance, their latching systems and replacement components are different.

A rim device uses a latch mechanism mounted at the lock stile of the door. A concealed vertical rod configuration operates internal rod hardware within the aluminum door. The correct replacement parts must match the existing latching system.

Electrified Kawneer Panic Bars & Motorized Latch Retraction

For entrances requiring electronic control, we offer motorized latch retraction kits and electrified Kawneer exit device configurations. Motorized latch retraction allows compatible panic hardware to be electrically retracted for integration with building access-control equipment.

These solutions can be useful when a commercial entrance must coordinate the panic bar with equipment such as an access-control system or automatic door operator. Compatible power supplies and related electrical components are also available.

Kawneer Panic Bars for Automatic Door Applications

When a commercial storefront door is converted to automatic operation, the existing exit device must be considered as part of the complete door system. If the panic bar remains mechanically latched, the door cannot automatically swing open until the latching hardware has been released.

A compatible motorized latch retraction system can electrically retract the panic hardware before the automatic door operator begins opening the door. Proper coordination between the exit device, controls, power supply and automatic operator is essential when designing an electrified entrance.

Clear Aluminum & Dark Bronze Kawneer Exit Devices

Kawneer panic bar assemblies and visible replacement components are available in finishes intended to coordinate with common commercial storefront entrances, including clear aluminum and dark bronze. Match the replacement hardware to the existing door finish whenever appearance is important.

How Do I Identify My Kawneer Panic Bar?

Kawneer exit devices can look similar even when the internal latching system or replacement components are different. Before ordering, inspect the existing panic bar, door and latching hardware carefully.

Helpful information to verify includes:

• Surface mount or recessed mount panic bar
• Rim latch or concealed vertical rod configuration
• Push bar height and head dimensions
• Commercial door width and height
• Left-hand reverse or right-hand reverse when applicable
• Clear aluminum or dark bronze finish
• Mechanical or electrified operation
• Existing dogging configuration
• Photos of the complete panic bar, latch and door

Common Kawneer Panic Bar Repair Problems