X-iT Series Narrow Stile Exit Devices Now Available from Marks USA

Marks Model M8800 Narrow Stile Exit Device is designed for use on all types of narrow stile single and double doors, of either 36” or 48” door width, and conveniently, non-handed for installation flexibility.

Marks USA, a division of Napco, is pleased to announce that the new X-iT Series Narrow Stile Exit Device, M8800, is now in stock and available. These extremely durable, Grade 1 exit devices are perfect for high impact applications, such as schools, universities and other institutional or commercial buildings, and retrofit all popular preps.

Marks Model M8800 Narrow Stile Exit Device is designed for use on all types of narrow stile single and double doors, of either 36” or 48” door width, and conveniently, non-handed for installation flexibility. Like its popular predecessor, the M9900, its heavy-duty cast chassis provides superior durability, while the smooth reduced projection touch-bar assembly minimizes catch hazards, and mitered steel flush mounted Panic Protector End Caps, prevent abuse. Marks M8800 Exit Devices are also available in 32D Satin Stainless or 10B Oil Rubbed Bronze finishes, and with optional lever/escutcheon trim MESC350A. They offer a simple, strong, easily-installed solution wherever high-quality panic and fire listed hardware is needed, in compliance with ANSI BHMA A156.3 Grade 1, ANSI/UL305 panic hardware and 2013 CA Building Code 11B-309.4 ,etc.  

The X-iT M8800 Narrow Stile Exit Device is available wherever Marks USA products are sold, and backed by Marks’ unique Lifetime Mechanical Warranty.  For more information on X-iT M8800 Narrow Stile Exit Devices and other lifetime locking & architectural hardware ask your dealer, visit www.marksusa.com or call 1-800-526-0233.

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