Tag Archives: Fireproofing

Introducing The New Astro Ceiling Fan Firestop

Astroflame Astro Ceiling Fan Firestop

Introducing the new Astro Ceiling Fan Firestop by Astroflame. The Astro Ceiling Fan Firestop represents an innovative solution, purpose-built to address a critical safety concern in both residential and commercial buildings. Its primary function is to safeguard against the potentially devastating consequences of fire incidents when recessed ceiling fans are installed. In essence, this specialized […]

What are the most common fire door user errors?

Fire Door Errors

Fire doors play a crucial role in preventing the spread of fire and smoke within a building. They can mean the difference between life and death in the event of an emergency. However, many fire doors fail to meet the required standards due to user errors. In this article, we’ll highlight some common mistakes and […]

The new 2023 fire door inspection requirements explained

Fire Door Hallway

Fire doors play a huge role in fire safety and yet they are the most commonly overlooked aspect of buildings. The Grenfell Tower Inquiry in the Phase 1 report noted that “Fire doors play an essential role in preventing or inhibiting the spread of smoke and toxic gases and in preserving the effective compartmentation of […]

Fire door safety: how to spot potential faults

Fire Door

Fire doors play a critical role in preventing the spread of fire and smoke within commercial and residential buildings. They are specifically designed and constructed to resist fire for a specific period, providing valuable time for people to evacuate the building safely. However, fire doors are only effective if they are installed correctly and maintained […]

Do empty buildings need a fire risk assessment?

Empty Building

We know that fire risk assessments are a legal requirement for all commercial properties. But what about empty or vacant buildings? If you think that just because your building is empty that fire safety, and in particular fire risk assessments, is no longer a concern, you’d be very wrong. Despite the fact that the building […]