PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION ARTICLES AND INFORMATION.
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In passive fire protection, coating structural steel to maintain its integrity during a fire is a critical requirement. Two of the most commonly used solutions are vermiculite spray coatings and intumescent paints. While both are
The National Construction Code (NCC) is Australia’s definitive framework for ensuring the safety and performance of buildings. It sets requirements for structural adequacy, accessibility, energy efficiency and, critically, fire safety. Passive fire protection (PFP) systems
AS 4072.1 is one of the cornerstone Australian Standards governing passive fire protection in buildings. Specifically, it sets out the requirements for how service penetrations (such as pipes, cables, and ducts) and control joints must
Preserving Lives and History Through Fire Safety The primary goal of passive fire protection is to save lives, but it also plays a crucial role in preserving history. Tragically, countless historically significant buildings have been
Fire safety is an essential consideration in any sector, but in health and aged care facilities, it becomes a matter of life and death. The unique vulnerabilities of these environments — where patients and residents
Did you know that Australia was the first country to pioneer the commercial use of plastic pipes in high-rise residential and commercial buildings? This groundbreaking innovation revolutionized construction practices but also brought unique fire safety
Intumescent fire protection is a type of passive fire protection that has revolutionised the way we protect buildings from the spread of fire. Intumescent coatings are designed to expand when exposed to high temperatures, creating
Sprayed vermiculite is a type of insulation material that is used to provide fireproofing to buildings. It is made from a naturally occurring mineral called vermiculite that is mined from deposits located around the world.
Passive fire protection is a term used to describe various materials and techniques used to prevent the spread of fire and smoke within a building. The history of passive fire protection goes back centuries, with
If there is a cable tray penetrating through a fire rated wall that is supporting services, then consideration should be given to how this may affect the fire safety of a building. Penetrations through fire
