Introduction
Fire stopping is one of the most critical elements of passive fire protection. It involves sealing gaps, voids, and penetrations in a building’s structure to prevent fire and smoke from spreading rapidly. At UK Firestop Solutions, we specialise in providing professional fire stopping services to businesses across the UK.
What Is Fire Stopping?
Fire stopping refers to the use of fire-rated materials to seal gaps created by pipes, cables, ducts, or structural joints. Without proper fire stopping, these gaps can act as pathways for fire and smoke, compromising fire compartments and increasing the risk to occupants.
Our Fire Stopping Services
- Fire-Rated Sealants: Sealing small gaps and joints.
- Ablative Coated Batts: Providing fire and acoustic barriers.
- Pipe Collars & Wraps: Protecting penetrations through fire-rated walls and floors.
- Structural Steel Protection: Applying intumescent coatings to steel elements.
Why Fire Stopping Is Important
- Prevents Fire Spread: Proper fire stopping helps contain fire within a compartment, preventing it from spreading to other parts of the building.
- Protects Occupants: Slowing the spread of fire allows occupants more time to evacuate safely.
- Ensures Compliance: Fire stopping is a legal requirement for buildings under UK fire safety regulations.