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That’s why every Blue60 product is designed, tested and verified to perform under the most demanding fire conditions. [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/blue60-products-engineered-pass-toughest-tests) Topics: [Fire Rated Packers](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-packers) [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [From BS 476 To BS EN1634: What Specifiers Need To Know](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/bs476-en1634-british-standard-fire-doors) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Apr 20, 2026, 10:00:00 AM ![A specifier researching the update to the BS 476 standard.](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/From-BS476-To-BS-EN1634-What-Specifiers-Needs-To-Know.png) For decades, the BS 476 standard has been the foundation for testing fire doors and related fire protection products in the UK, but this British standard for fire doors is gradually being phased out as building regulations evolve, and European standards gain wider adoption. Specifiers … [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/bs476-en1634-british-standard-fire-doors) Topics: [Fire Rated Packers](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-packers) [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [Understanding Blue60 Fire-Rated Foam & How Blue60 Changed Everything](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/blue60-fire-rated-foam-changed-everything) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Apr 6, 2026, 10:00:00 AM ![Blue60 fire foam which has been packed in a box before shipping.](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/Understanding-Fire-Foam-Scepticism-%26-How-Blue60-Changed-Everything.jpg) For many years, fire-rated expanding foam was met with scepticism across the construction industry. Specifiers and installers often viewed it as unreliable, a quick fix rather than a compliant fire-stopping solution. This doubt didn’t come from nowhere. It was shaped by decades of mis … [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/blue60-fire-rated-foam-changed-everything) Topics: [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [The Benefits Of Using Blue60 Timberex Wedges](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/benefits-of-using-blue60-timberex-wedges) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Mar 26, 2026, 12:00:00 PM ![A Blue60 Timberex Wedge being hold by a person who is going to use to ensure a door remains compliant. ](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/The-Benefits-Of-Using-Blue60-Timberex-Wedges-1.png) Installing a fire door correctly is critical for maintaining both fire safety and regulatory compliance. One of the most efficient ways to achieve consistent spacing and alignment during installation is by using Blue60 Timberex Wedges. [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/benefits-of-using-blue60-timberex-wedges) Topics: [Fire Rated Packers](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-packers) ## [How To Eliminate Risks When Specifying Fire Door Products](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/eliminate-risks-specifying-fire-door-products) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Mar 26, 2026, 10:00:00 AM ![A man is putting a fire door product around the fire door to check how it performs.](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-02-17%20221834.png) Specifying the right fire door products is one of the most important responsibilities in any building project. Getting it wrong doesn’t just affect compliance; it can compromise safety, increase liability and lead to costly rework. [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/eliminate-risks-specifying-fire-door-products) Topics: [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [5 Common Failures In Fire Door Installations and How To Prevent Them](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/failures-fire-door-installations-prevention) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Mar 20, 2026, 12:00:00 PM ![Fire door undergoing a controlled fire resistance test in a laboratory, with flames visible through the door while a technician in protective safety gear monitors and sprays water during the assessment.](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/5-Common-Failures-In-Fire-Door-Installations-and-How-To-Prevent-Them.webp) Fire doors are one of the most important safety features in any building. When installed correctly, they hold back fire and smoke, protect escape routes and save lives. When installed badly, they can fail within minutes, putting people, property and reputations at risk. [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/failures-fire-door-installations-prevention) Topics: [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [How To Pass A Fire Door Inspection: The Checklist](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/how-to-pass-fire-door-inspection) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Mar 12, 2026, 10:00:00 AM ![Two people are conducting a fire door inspection to ensure everything meets requirements.](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-02-17%20214333.png) Fire doors are one of the most important life-saving features in any building, but only if they’re properly installed, maintained and inspected. In the UK, fire door inspections are a legal requirement under fire safety regulations. These regulations help ensure that doors can hold ba … [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/how-to-pass-fire-door-inspection) Topics: [Fire Rated Expanding Foam](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-expanding-foam) ## [Why Use Timberex Wedge Packers Vs Hardwood Packers For Fire Doors](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/timberex-wedge-packers-vs-hardwood-packers) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Jan 21, 2026, 10:00:01 AM ![A Timberex Wedge packers that was chosen over a hardwood packer to increase safety and compliance.](https://d37oebn0w9ir6a.cloudfront.net/account_54200/why-use-timberex-wedge-packers-vs-hardwood-packers-for-fire-doors_5311072a48ef857e12dbc4a6297fc764.jpeg) Fire doors play a critical role in passive fire protection. Designed to contain fire and smoke within building compartments, their effectiveness depends on all fixtures, fittings and materials being installed correctly. [Read Story](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/timberex-wedge-packers-vs-hardwood-packers) Topics: [Fire Rated Packers](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/tag/fire-rated-packers) ## [Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Installing Fire Doors](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/mistakes-to-avoid-installing-fire-doors) By [**Blue60**](https://www.blue-60.co.uk/blog/author/blue) on Jan 7, 2026, 10:00:00 AM ![A fire door that was installed carefully to avoid any mistakes](https://d37oebn0w9ir6a.cloudfront.net/account_54200/top-5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-installing-fire-doors_4a7178fe8a7833709309a20b2a67da11.jpg) Any mistakes made during the installation of a fire door could compromise its integrity and put the building and its occupants at risk. Here, we take a look at five of the most important mistakes to avoid when installing fire doors. 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