Construction product manufacturer ROCKWOOL has announced the first products to launch from its new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, Birmingham. Renowned for its Euroclass A1 non-combustible stone wool insulation, the company has used its deep fire…
ROCKWOOL builds fire safety expertise with investment in global fire-stopping centre of excellence
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has launched a new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, on the outskirts of Birmingham, where it will manufacture a new best-in-class range of products. Already well-known for its Euroclass A1 non-combustible stone wool…
ROCKWOOL releases Technical Bulletin on the durability of its stone wool insulation
The bulletin outlines research summarising that ROCKWOOL® stone wool insulation can retain its thermal properties for more than 65 years in external wall systems. Recognising the importance of insulation’s long-term thermal performance in the energy efficiency of buildings, insulation manufacturer…
ROCKWOOL® launches Fire Barrier EN
Preventing fire spread and inhibiting the passage of smoke in concealed spaces To help designers and specifiers improve building fire safety, stone wool insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL® has launched a new fire barrier product that is tested in accordance with the…
ROCKWOOL® develops CPD to promote fire safety of multifunctional roofs
CPD helps to deal with fire risks for flat roofs utilised for additional social and practical applications ROCKWOOL, the UK’s leading stone wool insulation manufacturer, has launched a new CPD (Continuing Professional Development) module to help roofing contractors and specifiers…
ROCKWOOL® supports construction professionals with new e-learning platform
ROCKWOOL Learning simplifies CPD access and tracks personal progression Stone wool insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL has expanded its technical and specification support with the launch of ROCKWOOL Learning, a new e-learning platform that makes it easier for construction professionals to access…
ROCKWOOL set to showcase its latest fire protection solutions at FIREX 2023
ROCKWOOL®, one of the UK’s leading insulation manufacturers, will be showcasing its latest fire protection solutions at this year’s FIREX (16th to 18th May). On stand FI. 1640, the company will be launching a new product, SP FireStop EN, and…
ROCKWOOL appoints Nick Wilson as new UK Managing Director
ROCKWOOL has welcomed Nick Wilson as Managing Director to lead the insulation manufacturer across the UK and Irish markets. Wilson brings over 20 years of experience across the industrial, appliance and heating sectors, having held senior positions across commercial, marketing…
ROCKWOOL releases technical bulletin providing compliance guidance for insulated upstand boards
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has released a technical bulletin to provide guidance to specifiers, architects and contractors on the use of bonded construction materials, such as insulated upstand boards, and the finished product’s subsequent Euroclass reaction-to-fire rating. Following the Grenfell disaster,…
ROCKWOOL enhances FIREPRO range with more versatile fire-resistant sealant
Insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL has added to its FIREPRO range of specialist fire-protection products with Silicone X. The new ‘Type X’ silicone sealant is suitable for linear joint seals in walls and floors and for external and internal applications across a…