Fire doors that stand the heat
There are types and styles of fire doors to suit different aesthetics and design schemes. The important thing for their effectiveness, though, is that they have been tested to as 1530.4:1997 and installed correctly.
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There are types and styles of fire doors to suit different aesthetics and design schemes. The important thing for their effectiveness, though, is that they have been tested to as 1530.4:1997 and installed correctly.
We received a query relating to smoke and fire spread in cavities arising from an earlier article on cavity battens. This article widens the discussion to address fire issues in relation to inter-tenancy boundaries.
A penetration seal is needed for any hole or gap in fire resistance rated walls and floors to maintain their fire resistance rating (FRR). Penetration seals are system-specific, so selecting the correct one may be more involved than you thought.
Several fires in late 2011 raised questions about the installation of flue enclosures. The key to a safe installation is getting the basics right – adequate ventilation and separation from combustible materials.
If you’re confused by fire terms you’re not alone, but understanding the terminology is important to avoid potential misunderstandings.