Passive fire prevention through fire-resistant compartmentation
To limit the spread of fire and smoke in a building, it is necessary to compartmentalise, or divide the space into different volumes to limit the fire to a particular area. This allows time for evacuation in case of fire. The larger the project, the more techniques are usually found in a building.
All these techniques form a complex network of cables, plastic pipes, tubes, insulated ducts, etc., which are usually not visible but are fire-preventive, divided into different volumes by compartmentalisation. Typically, this refers to all buildings except residential buildings. Compartmentalisation is very important and can be crucial if a fire breaks out in a building.
Compartmentalisation works are often very complicated. It requires a lot of expertise, experience and knowledge of legislation. Therefore, if you have questions about compartmentalisation, it is advisable to call on one of our specialists.
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Compartmentalisation: ceiling and floors
To ensure compartment integrity, it is essential that any opening or penetration in floors and ceilings is adequately protected to prevent fire spread. It requires a lot of expertise, experience and knowledge of legislation. It is therefore advisable to contact one of our specialists if you have any questions about compartmentation.
Compartmentalisation: walls
Walls of different compartments must meet a legal minimum level corresponding to the type and/or function of the building. This requires a lot of expertise, experience and knowledge. That is why it is advisable to call on one of our specialists when you have questions about compartmentalisation.
Joints and seams
A compartment is bounded by floors and walls. These building parts must meet a certain fire resistance standard, and connections, joints and seams are an important part of this. To ensure the fire resistance of a wall, it is important that all unavoidable penetrations (electrical cables, pipes, air ducts, switches, sockets, etc.) present in it are properly sealed.
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