Fire Partitions are separating element of the structure, placed inside a building that split particular rooms, floors, corridors or spaces within a structure/building. The vertical assembled partitions stretch from the floor up to the roof of the room. The objective of a fire-rated partition is to prevent jumping of fire across the partition and prevent […]
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What are the Things to Consider While Installing Fire-Rated Glass Partitions?
Protection from fire is a necessity. There are numerous measures that can be taken to protect property and lives in the event of a fire. Due to changes in building materials and designs of buildings/structures over time, the use of the combination of fire products has varied. Over the years, the use of glass as […]
Importance of Fire Preventive Measures Associated with Explosion Hazards
At the outset, we would like to state that we are not experts on explosions but are writing to contribute to providing an understanding of the fires that ensue from explosions and the measures to be taken to control the ensuing fires. Explosions are the en uncontrolled release of energy leading to shocking impacts of […]
Fire Protection Systems – Essential for Any Building/Structure
Fire acts fast and can be catastrophic. It can do damage within seconds. Therefore, Fire safety measures are essential in order to safeguard lives and property. You can get fire insurance to protect your belongings in case your property is destroyed by fire but installing the right combination of fire safety equipments/products in your office […]
Why and Where Do I Need Fire Doors?
The main purpose of Fire Doors is to form a compartment by separating lift lobby area from staircase exits in buildings/structures to enable people to safely evacuate a premise in case of fire. Fire Doors are a passive fire measure that helps to control the spread of fire, smoke & fumes from penetrating beyond the […]
What are Firestop Sealants?
Firestop Sealants are used to seal small openings/gaps through penetrants (such as civil pipes, ducts, electrical cables, etc.) passing through walls or floors in buildings. The purpose of fire sealants is to seal any small openings (up to 2-4 cm in diameter) so as to prevent a fire from traveling from a fire area/compartment to […]
Important Tips on What to Look for in Fire Doors
With the advent of high rise buildings, Smart Cities and planned communities in India, fire safety is a critical requirement and necessity. The National Building Code of 2016 has been amended to include fire safety norms/precautions to be followed by all builders throughout the country. The need for the use of active and passive fire […]
What is the Role of Passive Fire Protection?
Fire, though the discovery of mankind, is now deemed to be a hazard that turns everything to ashes in an instant. Fires cause property damage, loss of human lives, downtime in factories or manufacturing units, financial loss and more. It is said that “Prevention is better than a cure”, hence it is in our interest […]
How Fire Retardant Coating Offers Protection
Fires can be catastrophic and can harm lives, cause damage to property and can result in financial losses. It is imperative that we follow stringent fire safety measures when constructing any kind of a structure, whether it be a residential, commercial or industrial complex. With the level of construction and growth happening within India, the […]
The Importance Of Passive Fire Protection In Buildings
The use of and need for Passive Fire Protection Products in buildings/structures are highlighted in the National Building Code of India (NBC) (2016). It is the job of consultants to design the space, structure of any type of building whether residential, commercial or industrial. They design buildings keeping in mind the guidelines outlined in the […]
