Product Information

What is a fire collar?

A fire collar is a circular product which prevents the spread of fire where plastic pipes penetrate fire compartment walls or floors.

Firestopping FAQs

What is the purpose of a firestop?

A firestop, widely known as firestopping, is an important part of passive fire protection which works to protect people and also, property.

Tested Detail Queries

Are fire seal solutions based on the outside diameter (OD) or inside diameter (ID) of pipes?

Usually, the dimensions given are based on the outside diameter of pipes, this is measured in millimetres.

Product Information

What is fire batt?

Fire batt is a mineral wool board that is coated on both sides with ablative coating, used as a firestop product.

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Firestopping FAQs

What is a ‘tested solution’ for service penetrations?

We often advise that where a fire test report is the only available evidence, then you should consult a qualified third party.

Product Information

What is mineral wool and how is it made?

Mineral wool has been widely used for more than 60 years - it is made from raw materials such as glass and stone.

Tested Detail Queries

What Quelfire product do I use for plastic pipes?

At Quelfire, we have a large library of tested applications for plastic pipes.

Firestopping FAQs

Does TracPipe need to be sleeved?

In Clause 8.7 of TracPipe's guidelines it states that where it passes through a wall or floor, it should pass through a sleeve.