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Passive Fire Protection

Do fire doors need certification?

Yes, tested to IS 3614 / BS 476 or equivalent, and labelled.

How thick must the intumescent coating be?

Per the maker's tested table for the section factor and rating.

What is fire stopping?

Sealing penetrations so fire and smoke cannot pass through rated walls.

Products for this system

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Products and services

Standards cited by number for reference; verify designs with a qualified engineer.