Made from durable, non-compressible materials, fire-rated packers play a crucial part in maintaining the structural integrity and fire-resistance of properly installed fire doors. Using Blue60 packers with Blue60 foam when fitting a fire door is therefore an effective way to maximise fire-resistance and ensure the installation meets all required standards.
Fire safety is incredibly important in buildings of all shapes and sizes. Understanding fire ratings and adhering to regulations for fire-rated products helps builders, architects and property managers ensure that a building meets current standards and is safe for those who use it.
Fire doors and their components play a crucial part in fire safety. When installed correctly, they compartmentalise fires, limiting the spread of smoke and flames and providing crucial time to evacuate. In order for products to be safely used in fire door installations, they need to have passed a fire door test such as BS 476 Part 22 or BS EN 1634. This ensures compliance and is a legal responsibility.
Fire-rated packers are essential for maintaining the structural integrity and fire resistance of fire door installations. Made from a durable, non-compressible, patent-formulated compound, the packers support the frame, maintain critical gaps and ensure precise spacing so that the fire-rated foam can perform effectively.
Fire-rated packers are ideal for securely fixing and precisely spacing fire door frames within structural openings. They are crucial for maintaining the consistent gap required for the effective application of expanding fire-rated foam, such as Blue60. These packers ensure the foam can expand to form a robust seal against fire and smoke, helping achieve the tested fire rating of the entire door assembly and forming a comprehensive fire-stopping system.
Blue60 packers and Blue60 foam are designed to be used together to produce effective, fire-resistant results. Because Blue60 packers are non-compressible, they ensure a consistent gap size around the perimeter of a fire door. This provides Blue60 foam with the space it needs for optimal performance, creating a fire-resistant seal around the door.
Packers are available in various sizes, including 1mm, 3mm and 5mm. Using Blue60 packers with Blue60 expanding fire-rated foam enhances installation quality and ensures the frame is securely positioned.
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