The first service support is the maximum distance from the face of the firestop seal to the service support – on both sides of the seal.
Firestopping FAQsIt is crucial that services are installed with adequate space so that the firestop seals can be installed as per the test evidence.
Product InformationHPE sealant is an intumescent, acrylic-based sealant and acrylic sealant is an intumescent, water-based sealant.
Product InformationPutty pads are a mouldable product. They are made from a non-setting, silicone-based intumescent polymer.
A cast in fire collar stops the spread of fire through concrete floors where plastic pipes and cables have penetrated them.
Firestopping FAQsThe Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to almost all buildings: long standing or new builds, residential or non-residential.
Tested Detail QueriesFire-rated ducts and dampers are tested to a different fire-resistance test standard than other service penetrations.
Product InformationA fire collar is a circular product which prevents the spread of fire where plastic pipes penetrate fire compartment walls or floors.
