Firestopping FAQs

What is the fire triangle?

The triangle illustrates the three elements a fire needs to ignite: heat, fuel and oxygen.

Firestopping FAQs

What is the difference between active and passive fire protection?

To achieve best fire protection for people residing in a building you will need to have the perfect harmony between both systems.

Firestopping FAQs

What is the difference between a classification report and a test report?

In short, a classification report is a much more useful document and importantly a more legible document.

Firestopping FAQs

Can firestopping be installed from one side of the wall with single side access only?

The answer as always is, if there is sufficient test evidence for the specific application installed from one side of the wall, then yes.

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Tested Detail Queries

Can I use a fire collar on a hollow core slab?

Manufacturers of hollow core slabs have very strict requirements around the use of mechanical fixings.

Tested Detail Queries

How much overlap is required for the mineral wool fire batt when pattress fitted?

As a result of continuous investment in fire testing to BS EN1366, we have an extended scope of application for the QuelStop Fire Batt.

Product Information

How to install an intumescent putty pad into an electrical socket box

Due to popular request, Quelfire's technical team has put together a quick installation guide for Intumescent Putty Pads.

Tested Detail Queries

What is the best way to firestop plastic vent ducts penetrating fire compartment walls?

According to ‘Approved Document B’, service penetrations through fire compartment walls need to be equipped a with firestop solutions.