How do you seal around fire-rated ductwork?
Sealing around fire-rated ductwork requires early collaboration between key stakeholders to make sure the correct firestopping system is selected...
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How do you seal around fire-rated dampers?
Fire-rated dampers are an important passive fire protection measure for preventing the spread of fire and smoke through ventilation ductwork. With different types for...
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What is required for partial penetration firestopping?
The phrase ‘partial penetration’ refers to an area where services penetrate only one side of the wall or the supporting construction and do not extend completely through...
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What is busbar firestopping and why is it important?
Busbars, like all service penetrations, must be suitably firestopped to ensure effective compartmentation and building safety during a fire...
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What are raised access floors, and how are they firestopped?
Raised access floors are elevated structural floor systems built above a solid substrate – most likely concrete – that create a void for hiding mechanical and electrical (M&E) services...
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How should steel beams and purlins be firestopped, and what are the challenges?
The scenario. Protected and unprotected steel beams and purlins often penetrate fire-rated compartment walls, creating gaps that...
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Why is early collaboration key for lift door sealing?
Effective compartmentation is achieved when all joints or imperfections of fit are suitably sealed using the correct sealing system. Often, due to preferred construction tolerances or coordination issues, a gap...
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How do I choose the correct firestopping system?
Selecting the appropriate firestopping system requires careful consideration beyond traditional installation methods. It needs the precision and dedication of those involved in the...
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Plastic pipes vs plastic ducts – is test evidence transferable?
It is a common misconception that test evidence for plastic pipes can also be used for plastic ducts. However, despite their similar appearance and material makeup, these two products are...
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Who can carry out firestopping works?
Only competent individuals should carry out firestopping. It’s specialist work, requiring the installer to have the correct knowledge, skills, experience, and behaviours. Service penetration sealing...
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How can you rely on the Quelfire Technical Team?
In an industry where no two days are the same, it can be daunting when faced with vast amounts of information, new tested details, and best practices. Our mission is, and...
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Is firestopping mandatory?
Firestopping is a legal requirement enforced by building regulations and other industry documents and legislation, such as Approved Document B and the Building Safety Act 2022...