Passive Fire Protection (PFP) - News

Warringtonfire has increased its fire resistance testing capacity to cater to the heightened demand for UKAS-accredited testing space from product manufacturers within the built environment and transport sectors. additional testing capacity The additional testing capacity has been created through improved operational planning at peak times, better communication around available test slots, and the cumulative impact of a 15-month process optimization plan. It is immediately available and inclu...

Newbury-based lock manufacturer, Codelocks was visited by Laura Farris, Newbury MP, last week to discuss the critical implications of proposed changes to fire door testing requirements for UK businesses. The proposed changes from the Department for Leveling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) will see a move away from testing to the British Standard BS47622 in favor of testing solely to the European Standard EN1634-1. The change is expected to have negative consequences for UK busin...

For the European fire protection community, FeuerTrutz 2024, taking place in Nuremberg on 26 and 27 June 2024, is the go-to event. FeuerTrutz is the only European trade fair and congress to combine passive, active and organizational fire protection solutions, offering the best overview of the latest trends in fire prevention and fire containment. FeuerTrutz 2024 With about four months still to go, firm bookings already account for around 80 percent of the total exhibition space at last year&r...

The 21st edition of the Fire Protection of Rolling Stock Conference will bring together experts and industry pioneers across fire safety, rail operators, and manufacturers to share their exclusive expertise and insight on fire safety, maintenance, innovation, and regulation in the rolling stock sector for Europe and beyond.  fire safety challenges Arena International Events Group is delighted to announce the 21st edition of the Fire Protection of Rolling Stock Conference will take place i...

Warringtonfire is celebrating 30 years of its FIRAS installer certification scheme. During this time, over 1,300 companies have been awarded FIRAS certification, resulting in over a quarter of a million projects completed under certification, to date. FIRAS is a voluntary, third-party certification scheme for installation contractors of both passive and active fire protection systems, operated by Warringtonfire and accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to BS EN ISO/IEC 1...

Breaking through flames and barriers, the latest wave of Kansas City firefighter recruits blazes a trail as the city’s most diverse. “There are people from all walks of life, and I enjoyed every second of it,” said recruit Jacob Boling to a KSHB reporter.  The class brings diverse skills and perspectives to the fire service, reflecting a commitment to forming a team representative of the communities served. “We started with 116 participants, and after comprehensive...

Euralarm has published the white paper - Enhancing Domestic Life Safety. The new Euralarm white paper aims to explore various strategies and technologies that can be implemented to enhance domestic life safety. By identifying potential risks and proposing effective solutions, this paper provides valuable insights for homeowners, security professionals, policymakers, and EU governments to create a safer living environment. Background Domestic life safety is essential in ensuring the well...

Fire-rated wall assemblies form an important integral component of a fire safety system when it comes to protecting people in the workplace, commercial, or residential buildings. In this article, they will go into some detail regarding firewalls and the other components of the passive fire system, and why it is essential to contact a fireproofing contractor for inspecting and maintaining them. What is the purpose of a firewall? Fire-rated wall assemblies are employed to impede the spread of f...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce it has moved to its new head office in Coventry. The new building provides the ASFP with greater capacity, enabling it to offer even more support and services to its members.  The new premises, which will be opened in two phases, provide office space, as well as housing the new ASFP training academy. It offers a practical training facility, catering facilities, meeting and break-out/rest areas, and ...

Mann McGowan, the major intumescent seal technology specialists, is delighted to announce its successful merger into the Technical Fire Safety Group (TFSG), propelling both organizations into a new era of collaboration and growth. Situated in Aldershot, Hampshire, Mann McGowan holds a rich legacy and has been a trailblazer in intumescent seal technology for over four decades. This legacy, coupled with a shared commitment to excellence with the TFSG Group has set the stage for the next exciting...

For business owners in the hospitality sector, fire safety should be one of their top priorities. Fires can cause extensive damage to property and put customers and employees at risk. Astoria provides tips on reducing the risk of fires in business and what to do if a fire breaks out. Astoria also discusses some common causes of fires in the hospitality industry and the steps taken to prevent them.  Fire Safety in Hospitality Fire safety is a top priority for any hospitality business. Fro...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to have been shortlisted for three awards in the Trade Association Forum’s (TAF’s) Awards. The Awards recognize, reward, and promote best practices among trade associations in the United Kingdom (UK).   Ignite The Association’s magazine, Ignite, has been shortlisted for Magazine of the Year. Ignite caters to the needs and interests of professionals within the passive fire protection (PFP) indus...

Over 4,400 trade visitors from a total of 20 countries came to the Koelnmesse on 6 and 7 December 2023 to take part in the VdS-FireSafety Cologne 2023 event. This was a new visitor record. After the opening by the Mayor of Cologne, Dr. Ralf Heinen, things got underway on St Nicholas' Day: 150 exhibitors presented innovative solutions and brought the latest fire protection technology to life with live demonstrations. This included, for example, a demonstration of a high-pressure sprinkler syst...

It’s 2 AM and they’re fast asleep when a loud, shrill beeping jars they awake. Disoriented, they look around trying to locate the source as adrenaline kicks in. They realize it’s the building’s fire alarm going off. As they hastily get out of bed to exit, questions race through the foggy, half-asleep mind. Is this a drill or a real fire? If it’s real, how much time do they have to evacuate before flames or smoke reach them? Will the sprinklers activate in time to s...

One of the key reasons fireproofing in high-rise buildings is essential is because of the time it provides for evacuation and rescue operations. In the event of a fire, occupants on higher floors may have limited means of escape. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings that use fireproofing materials and techniques can delay the spread of flames, allowing more time for people to evacuate safely and for emergency responders to reach the affected areas. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings High-rise...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to announce it has expanded its senior team with the appointment of Nadine Saxon as Operations Director. In this newly created role, Nadine will support the continued growth of the Association and ensure the team has the necessary tools and resources to deliver exceptional service to members. She will also have a place on the ASFP Executive Board and attend the ASFP Council. Tasked with managing all the operational, commercial a...

Passive fire protection company - Burry Sealants has seen a 20 percent expansion of its mobile workforce, following the deployment of a cloud-based job management system from BigChange. Burry has also opened a new regional office and completed nearly 13,000 jobs in the last twelve months. With the real-time connected mobile app and back-office system, BigChange helped Burry improve both office and field efficiency, reduce paperwork, and improve customer service with better reporting and faster...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection announced the winners for its 2023 Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Awards on 23 November at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in London. ASFP Managing Director Mike Ward was joined by guest speaker, and comedian Hal Cruttenden, to present the awards to each worthy winner. The winners are:  ASFP Installation of the Year: Coopers Fire for its work in the Great Mosque of Mecca, Mataf Tunnels, installing a series of...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched its Competence Framework, a free library of information, which defines activities specific to passive fire protection (PFP) across the building lifecycle, providing a benchmark for competence for all PFP activities. The Competence Framework forms the first step on the ASFP’s Competency Pathway, which aims to support the industry in adopting a unified approach to building, evidencing and promoting competence across the PFP...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, is sponsoring the Emergency Service of the Year category at the FIRE Magazine Excellence in Fire and Emergency Awards for the second year running. Sponsorship reflects Dräger’s commitment to supporting and celebrating the achievements of services that have made a significant difference in fire and emergency performance in the most critical incidents of the past twelve months. ESOY award The Emerge...

A fire can strike at any time—even when least expecting it. But is there a time of day when fires are the most likely to start? Examined official government data from 2010 to 2023 which recorded the number of fires by hour of the day in England to find the following: Fires are most common between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm in the evening. Fires are least common between 6:00 am and 7:00 am in the morning. Visualize the data in the charts below. On the x-axis, can find a year-on-y...

According to official government guidance, minor penalties for businesses that fail to follow fire safety regulations can cost up to £5,000. If the fire safety measures are deemed inadequate, fire safety officers can take action. ‘Inadequacy’ can look like plenty of things; however, the presence and condition of fire safety equipment is one of the most important factors in this assessment. Passive fire protection products With that said, compare the cost of a fire regulation...

The correct specification of intumescent air transfer grilles is critical, that’s why Lorient designed an ATG product selector tool to help select suitable air transfer grilles for various applications. In everyday use, intumescent grilles allow air to circulate freely throughout the building; but in a fire, the intumescent expands to form a solid block that stops the fire from spreading.  Reliable Fire Safety Solutions Lorient intumescent air transfer grilles offer many benefits s...

Compliant passive fire protection encompasses the entire infrastructure of a building. Rooms, floors, and communal areas are all interlinked by a complex network of installations, which need to be incorporated into any fire protection strategy. A standout example of this is the use of compartmentation and fire-stopping to prevent the spread of fire through pipes. Compartmentation Compartmentation involves dividing buildings into a series of compartments, which are then reinforced with fire-st...

Fire safety is important in any building, but in the aftermath of Grenfell Tower, additional scrutiny has been placed on tower blocks, high-rise buildings, and social housing. Given the number of occupants in these buildings and the speed at which fire can spread, the passage of flames and smoke must be inhibited through a fully compliant compartmentation strategy. passive fire protection measures Compartmentation incorporates passive fire protection measures such as fire-resistant cavity bar...

Over the last few years, the fire protection industry has been defined by large-scale regulatory shifts. As pioneers in fire protection compliance, CLM welcomes any changes that raise the bar on safeguarding buildings and their occupants. That’s why this article, will be covering a series of regulatory changes that are on the horizon. Fire Safety Reform Program The Fire Safety Reform Program enters its third phase on 1st October 2023. This will introduce changes to The Regulatory Refor...

Fire poses a significant risk to the hospitality sector. Apart from causing costly damage and bringing operations to a halt, it can seriously undermine the organization’s brand. The evidence suggests fire is fairly commonplace in the industry; according to the government’s latest figures, hotels are one of the most vulnerable types of buildings, with 263 out of every 1,000 experiencing a fire in the period September 2012–September 2019. Pubs, restaurants, and takeaways fared s...

Following post-Grenfell inquiries, large-scale changes have been enacted in the Building Safety Act (2022) regarding the role of fire safety in construction and building maintenance. The bill will run alongside the Fire Safety Act (FSA) to strengthen oversight, creating an independent regulator to be established by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Here is an overview of the new roles and responsibilities enacted by the bill, and their implications for accountability and transparency...

Construction projects are a community process, not just in terms of immediate impact but also in the long-term benefits they offer local areas. This concept is particularly resonant in the case of local authority construction projects, as they are partially funded by taxpayers and designed for community benefit and use. Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) are central to the relationship between local authorities, construction companies and community members. Not only is it essential that residents...

It is essential that staff and students are safe in their place of learning, whether it’s a school, university, college, or anywhere else. According to research, an average of 1,500 fires happen each year in educational establishments, causing a “significant impact on the social and emotional experiences of pupils, staff and the wider community and on teaching and learning in the affected schools.” According to insurance reports from Zurich, in 2019 alone there were...