Specialist specification packs have been introduced by FSi Promat to help architects, fire engineers and specifiers select the correct fire-stopping solutions for building projects at the earliest stage in the design, which is vital to help ensure they are delivered…
Passive Fire Protection and Adaptability Within the Offsite Construction Sector – How Tremco CPG can Help.
Passive fire protection plays a crucial role in the safe construction and maintenance of all building types. However, when it comes to offsite construction, it is a well-known fact there are numerous fire safety challenges to be considered at the…
New management team for RECOM Passive Fire Protection as growth surges
A new management team has been unveiled for RECOM Solutions’ passive fire protection division, the fastest-growing arm of the group. Revenues for the division are on track to exceed £4.5m in the 12 months to April, up from £2.6m, following…
Nullifire expands its network of distributors with CCF
For almost 50 years, Nullifire has been a leader in smart passive fire protection by offering both intumescent coatings and firestopping solutions. We are specialist, with one focus that hasn’t change – to protect people and buildings from fire. Manufactured…
Ten years of advanced passive fire protection for curtain wall facades
Siderise Insulation is celebrating ten years since first having its curtain wall passive fire protection systems tested to the rigorous BS EN 1364-4 fire resistance standard. A decade on and an additional 16 successful tests later, its unique offering is…
ASFP opens nominations for its 2022 PFP Awards
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection is seeking nominations for its range of Passive Fire Protection Industry Awards, which aim to highlight excellence in passive fire protection (PFP) and to reward those who contribute to the advancement of awareness, quality…
Specifying today’s office spaces with tomorrow’s fire-safety regulations in mind
There’s no doubt the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act are driving major improvements in the construction industry’s quality and approval processes. Despite the legislation’s initial emphasis on high-rise residential structures, it’s anticipated that it will ultimately include the…
FireCORR 2021 Virtual Conference
Explore the latest trends in passive fire protection (PFP) and corrosion from the experts at the brand-new FireCORR 2021 Virtual Conference. This two-day virtual conference, presented by AMPP (formerly NACE International and SSPC) and the Polish Corrosion Society (Polski Stowarzyszenie…
Putting expertise into bricks and mortar – Siderise launches masonry passive fire protection package
Siderise has launched a suite of new passive fire protection products specifically engineered for masonry facades, making it easy for specifiers and developers to choose the right protection for their buildings. Designed to meet the specific construction challenges and requirements…
The fall and rise of the GRP composite fire door
It’s been a challenging time for the GRP composite fire-door industry. Issues with consistent fire-resistant performance have been a catalyst for change – robust testing, third-party certification and transparency in the supply chain. During the post-Grenfell investigation, two undamaged flat…