16 Jul The Role of Fire Protection in Refurbishment Projects
Fire protection in refurbishment projects requires careful planning, sequencing, inspection and evidence. Learn how passive...
09 Jul Why Fire Doors Fail Before They Burn | Fire Door Inspection and Compliance
Fire doors often fail before fire reaches them because of poor gaps, hinges, closers, seals,...
30 Jun Passive Fire Protection in Plant Rooms: Why Services Clusters Need Careful Detailing
Plant rooms contain dense clusters of pipes, cables, ducts and service penetrations. Learn why passive...
23 Jun What Principal Contractors Should Check Before Closing a Ceiling Void
Before closing a ceiling void, principal contractors must check fire barriers, service penetrations, access panels,...
18 Jun The Fire Strategy Is Only as Strong as the Site Installation | Passive Fire Protection
A fire strategy only works when the details are correctly installed on site. Learn why...
12 Jun The Difference Between Product Compliance and System Compliance in Passive Fire Protection
A compliant fire protection product is only part of the answer. Learn why passive fire...
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...