Paul Mold, Marketing Co-ordinator at Envirograf, examines why fire sealing of building elements is so vital.
The July/August edition of PE included an excellent article on the importance of fire sealing building elements when openings are made for wiring systems and other services.
At Envirograf we appreciate that there’s a myriad of different scenarios, so we thought it may be useful to highlight the versatile range of passive fire products that we design and make in the UK.
Solutions for fire sealing
Envirograf offers an extensive range of passive fire protection products tailored to various fire sealing needs.
Each product is designed to react to fire without human intervention, providing a reliable solution for fire protection, and the diversity of products ensures that there’s a suitable solution for different types of building elements and service penetrations.
The most popular products are briefly summarised in this article but, in the unlikely event that a suitable unit isn’t already available, our product development resources mean that a bespoke solution can often be designed.
Pads and pillows
Fire-rated pads and pillows are designed to seal openings in fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings where services such as cables and pipes pass through.
They’re easy to install and pillows can be removed and re-used, making them a flexible solution for maintaining fire integrity in dynamic environments where services may change frequently.
Collars, sleeves and cable tray
Collars and sleeves for cables and conduits plus fire-rated cable trays all provide a simple and effective solution for maintaining fire integrity, especially in areas with multiple services passing through a single opening.
Back box gaskets
Gaskets for back boxes come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials. Providing up to four hours of fire protection, the Envirograf range includes fire protection gaskets for metal and plastic boxes, gasket pads for dry lining boxes and fire and acoustic gaskets for metal boxes and ceiling roses.
Intumescent sealant
Intumescent sealant can be used to seal gaps and joints in fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings. It is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including around cables, pipes and ducts, ensuring that all potential fire paths are sealed.
CU/DB protection Finally, consumer unit/distribution board protection includes intumescent strips and sleeves, insulation liners, metal fire protection enclosures and the popular Enviroburst automatic fire suppression units.
The Enviroburst system consists of a sealed thermoplastic tube that begins to soften when exposed to high temperatures and, when the heat reaches 70°C the tube will burst, releasing a liquid extinguishant into the heart of the fire.
Professional guidance and support
Envirograf provides professional guidance to help customers select the appropriate fire sealing products for their requirements.
Our technical advisors offer informed and friendly assistance, ensuring that the chosen solutions meet the necessary fire safety standards and regulations. This is crucial for ensuring that fire sealing measures are correctly specified and implemented.
Fire sealing of building elements is a critical aspect of fire safety in the UK, particularly when openings are made for wiring systems and other services.
By maintaining the integrity of fire-rated elements and ensuring effective compartmentation, fire sealing products help to contain fires, enhance evacuation and firefighting efforts, and minimise property damage.
Envirograf’s comprehensive range of passive fire protection products and professional support services provide effective solutions to meet these essential fire safety requirements.
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