As part of its commitment to helping specifiers and building managers develop a robust passive firestopping strategy, leading building chemicals manufacturer Sika has updated its Fire Protection Solutions handbook for the UK market.
The handbook contains detailed information on Sika’s extensive range of passive fire protection products which have been specifically developed to help restore the fire resistance of walls and floors when disrupted by linear seals, cavity barriers or penetration services. Drawing on Sika’s established experience of devising firestopping strategies for projects across the world, the handbook has recently been updated to better meet the specific needs of specifiers working in the UK, with the guide providing technical advice and detail on the relevant testing and safety standards that need to be met.
Sika’s passive fire protection handbook is part of a range of resources that have been developed to help specifiers control and contain the spread of fire across a wide range of sectors. Most recently, Sika has launched a new online Fire Stopping Solution Finder tool has been created to support the specification process by helping to identify the most appropriate and effective fire stopping products to use. Specifiers can simply input key project details to receive a bespoke recommendation, including technical CAD drawings which can then be downloaded as PDFs for inclusion in product specifications.
Additionally, Sika’s experienced technical team is on hand to provide detailed technical evaluations for more complicated joint specifications. These technical evaluations are offered free of charge, and can usually be completed within a working week, providing all the necessary information is supplied. These legal documents can then provide building owners with the reassurance of knowing that not only are the specified passive fire protection products fit for purpose, but they also adhere to the relevant building regulations.
Fully compliant with both national and international standards including EN 1366 and EN 13501, Sika’s extensive range comprises fire-resistant sealants, coatings, wraps, collars, fire boards, compounds and ablative pads for both linear and penetration seals. Sika’s passive fire protection solutions have been created to meet the highest fire resistance requirements and are suitable for use across a number of sectors including high-rise residential and public-use projects such as hotels, schools and hospitals. By containing and controlling the spread of heat, smoke and fire, escape routes can be protected and more time can be given to the safe evacuation of the building’s occupants.
To discover more about Sika’s passive fire protection range and to download a copy of the Sika Fire Protection Solutions handbook, please visit www.sika.co.uk/passivefire
