14 May Cavity Barriers — The Hidden Risks of Poor Detailing in Ventilated Rainscreen Systems
A technical guide to the hidden risks of poor cavity barrier detailing in ventilated rainscreen...
08 May Cavity Barriers — Installation Best Practice for Positioning, Fixing, and Sealing Integrity
A technical guide to cavity barrier installation best practice, covering positioning, fixing, sealing, and inspection...
07 May SEO Title Testing and Certification — BS 476, EN 1366-4, and the Role of ASFP Guidance
A technical guide to fire-stopping testing and certification, explaining BS 476, EN 1366-4, and the...
28 Apr Open-State vs Closed-State Barriers — Understanding the Difference in Cavity Barrier Design
Learn the difference between open-state and closed-state cavity barriers, how each works in modern façades...
28 Apr Why Cavity Barriers Are Critical in Modern Façade Systems
Learn why cavity barriers are essential in modern façade systems, helping to restrict hidden fire...
22 Apr How Fire Doors Work as Part of the Wider Compartmentation Strategy
A technical guide to how fire doors support compartmentation, protected escape routes, smoke control and...
22 Apr Inspection and Maintenance — Keeping Fire Doors Compliant for Life
A technical guide to fire door inspection and maintenance, covering routine checks, common defects, legal...
22 Apr Fire Door Installation — Tolerances, Ironmongery, and Certification
A technical guide to fire door installation, covering tolerances, ironmongery, certification, tested assemblies, smoke control,...
13 Apr Understanding Fire Door Ratings — FD30, FD60, and Beyond
A technical guide to fire door ratings, explaining FD30, FD60 and higher classifications, smoke control,...
13 Apr Integrating Air Sealing Early in Design to Avoid Costly Retrofits
Learn why integrating air sealing early in building design reduces air leakage, supports fire safety,...