17 Sep Why Maintenance Teams Need Passive Fire Protection Records | Building Fire Safety
Passive fire protection records help maintenance and FM teams understand what has been installed, where...
09 Sep How to Read a Fire Protection Specification Without Missing the Critical Detail
Fire protection specifications contain more than resistance periods and product names. Learn how contractors should...
03 Sep Cavity Barriers Around Windows and Openings: Controlling Fire Spread in Façades
Cavity barriers around windows and openings are critical to façade fire performance. Learn why heads,...
26 Aug Fire Alarm Interfaces with Passive Fire Protection: Beyond Detection
Fire alarms do more than detect fire. Learn how zoning, compartment lines, phased evacuation, door...
20 Aug Why Small Works Still Need Full Fire Protection Discipline
Small penetrations, minor alterations and short-duration works can still compromise compartmentation. Learn why small works...
12 Aug The Hidden Fire Risk of Uncoordinated Trades
Follow-on trades can damage fire stopping, cavity barriers, compartment walls and fire doors after installation....
06 Aug Fire Protection for Structural Steel in Occupied Buildings
On-site intumescent protection in occupied buildings requires careful access, surface preparation, curing control and protection...
29 Jul What Architects Need to Know About Fire Boarding Details
Fire boarding performance depends on board thickness, fixings, joints, corners, access and tested encasement details....
21 Jul Fire Protection in Riser Shafts: Controlling Vertical Smoke and Flame Spread
Riser shafts can allow smoke and flame to travel rapidly between floors. Learn how compartmentation,...
21 Jul How to Plan Passive Fire Protection Before M&E Installation Begins
Planning passive fire protection before M&E installation reduces rework, protects compartmentation and avoids inaccessible service...