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MAY 2026 EDITION

SNAPSHOT MOMENTS

Explore Our Details | We highlight our tested firestopping solutions for 110mm PVC pipes with a connection bend and for HPDE pipes up to 315mm in diameter.

The Latest Episode of Burning Questions Is Live | In a recent episode, Alec and Stevan Grkinic of MIDFIX discuss BS 8539, the importance of selecting the right fixings supported by test evidence, and the dynaMX® system.

What is Busbar Firestopping? In a Knowledge Hub article, we explore what busbars are, why they can be challenging on-site, and how to firestop them.

Next CPD Webinar Is Open for Booking | Join us on 9th June 2026 for our session on Effective Passive Fire Protection.

207 people registered for May's FREE CPD Webinar on Effective PFP

NEW VIDEOS

EPISODE 8 OF BURNING QUESTIONS OUT NOW

In this episode, we're joined by Stevan Grkinic, Technical Consultant at MIDFIX, where he discusses BS 8539, the importance of selecting the right fixings backed by test evidence, and the dynaMX® system.

NEW DOCUMENTATION

Attention to Detail

Highlighting the latest and most popular Quelfire tested details.

  • 110mm PVC Pipe (Connection Bend)

    Detail Ref: QB-FW100-P-28

    For plastic pipes that penetrate a wall with an immediate bend, we have a pattress solution utilising a double layer of QuelStop Fire Batt and QuelStop HPE Sealant around the pipe bend.

  • HDPE Pipes Up to 315mm in Diameter

    Detail Ref: QF2-CF150-27

    We have tested HDPE pipes up to 315mm in diameter, which can pass through QF2 Fire Protection Compound in floors and through QuelStop Fire Batt in walls when sealed with our QWX Fire Collar.

  • Linear Joint Between a Flexible or Rigid Wall and a Wooden Door Frame

    Detail Ref: QSS-FW75-LJ-01

    This detail allows the use of suitable backing materials, such as rock fibre, followed by the correct depth of the QuelStop Acrylic Sealant.

  • OVER 700 TESTED DETAILS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS 🔥

    Organised to help users navigate by substrate first and then by penetrating service, it makes it quicker to identify suitable solutions for common service penetrations through fire-rated walls and floors.

Browse Over 700 Tested Details

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April's Hot Topics

  • 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

  • How do I choose the correct firestopping system?

    Selecting the appropriate firestopping system requires careful consideration beyond traditional installation methods. It takes the precision and dedication of those involved in the design of a project to put life safety ahead of cost.

  • Gateway 2 lessons learned… but are we ready for Gateway 3?

    Drawing on insights from our 2025 Gateway 2 panel at London Build, we focus on what we know now and the importance of looking beyond Gateway 2 to Gateway 3, including how to prepare for it.

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