Reducing the spread of fire
Fire stopping involves sealing the openings and joints between walls with fire-resistant materials to stop the spread of fire, smoke and heat within compartments in a building. If you are in charge of a building, it is your responsibility to ensure that any openings or gaps are fire stopped to restrict horizontal and vertical fire spread.
Fire stops could include fire rated doors, windows, ductwork, service penetrations and electrical outlets, while common areas that need fire stopping include:
✔ Mechanical and electrical penetrations – HVAC ducts, pipes and conduits
✔ Expansion joints and control joints – between slabs or wall sections
✔ Cable trays and electrical boxes – openings created by wiring or cable runs
✔ Openings for plumbing – where pipes penetrate fire-rated walls or floors
Effective fire stopping
Specialised materials like intumescent sealants, fire-resistant boards, fire mortar, fire stop collars, and wraps and fire stop foam are used as they expand when exposed to heat, closing off openings in the event of a fire. Each material is suited to different buildings and fire ratings.
 Our specialist fire stopping materials can:
 Our specialist fire stopping materials can:
✔ Enhance building safety because the systems will compartmentalise fire, protecting lives and property
✔ Give building owners, architects and contractors peace of mind that the structure meets fire safety standards and will function as intended during an emergency
✔ Act as a cost-effective way to reduce long-term repair costs and prevent financial losses
✔ Be integrated into existing buildings without extensive demolition, making it a practical solution to update older properties and ensure they meet current regulations
All our technicians are trained and certified in the latest fire stop technologies so whether you need fire stopping installed or your system maintained, we can help.
