Promat has introduced a new guide to support in the specification of compliant passive fire protection systems in change of use and renovation projects. Covering the need to ensure fire safety meets the latest legislation when altering building use, the…
Siderise has launched its new PC-FS Firestop and PC-CB Cavity Barrier product range – a passive fire protection package developed specifically for precast concrete cladding systems.
Siderise previously supported precast concrete façade applications with its CW-FS Firestop, delivering a fully compliant solution. However, due to growing demand for these durable and efficient-to-build external wall systems, Siderise reapproached this application to develop a dedicated solution that has…
ASFP signs agreement for new branches in New Zealand and Australia in support of the passive fire protection industry
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is extremely proud and excited to announce that, after a year of consultation, the parties of Paul Ryan and the ASFP have reached an agreement which gives Paul the rights to operate fully…
ARC Building Solutions, a leading provider of passive fire protection and insulation solutions for the built environment, has appointed Andy Yates as its new Chief Operating Officer.
Andy joins the team with nearly two decades of experience in leading operations, with a strong background in manufacturing environments. In his new role, he will focus on developing operational strategies aligned with ARC’s objectives and optimising processes to support sustained…
Siderise Insulation achieves BES 6001 responsible sourcing certification
Siderise Insulation has achieved certification to the latest version of the BES 6001 standard for all its stone wool passive fire protection and acoustic products manufactured at its Maesteg factory in South Wales. This latest achievement for the global manufacturer…
Siderise passive fire protection install on historic Manchester redevelopment
Siderise has provided a suite of masonry passive fire protection products for Waterhouse Gardens —an exciting five-tower development built on the historic former Boddington Brewery site in the heart of Manchester’s city centre. Named after architect Alfred Waterhouse, designer of…
Promat to take design responsibility for its passive fire protection systems in UK first
Passive fire protection board specialist Promat has announced that it will be formally taking design responsibility for its system information and standard details – the first UK manufacturer to do so. The Bristol-based manufacturer has taken the leading stance to…
Major passive fire protection manufacturer opens Dubai facility
Siderise— a global expert in the manufacture of high-performance passive fire protection solutions for the building envelope – has opened a new manufacturing facility in Dubai, enabling it to better serve its customers in the United Arab Emirates and beyond. …
Promat secures gold certification for low VOCs in passive fire protection products
Passive fire protection specialist Promat has secured Indoor Air Comfort Gold certification in Eurofins VOC testing to demonstrate its fire protection boards support a healthy indoor environment and sustainability-led building design. All of Promat’s standard calcium silicate and mineral bound…
FSi Promat to raise awareness of the need to accommodate movement in passive fire protection at Fire Safety Event
FSi Promat will highlight the need to account for movement in buildings when specifying passive fire protection in a presentation at this year’s Fire Safety Event. Speaking at the ASFP stage at 12pm on Tuesday, April 30, Technical Manager at…