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1. A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO
COMPONENTS OF PASSIVE FIRE
PROTECTION
Types of Components Used in Passive Fire Protection
Fire resisting walls and floors
Cavity barriers
Fire stopping door-sets
Fire-resisting ductwork
Fire retardant paints
Steelwork fire protection
Closing thoughts
INDEX

2. When one reads the word 'fire protection,' the first thing that comes to
mind is components like fire extinguishers, fire alarms, sprinklers system,
etc. These are known as active fire protection measures, and they step into
the picture only AFTER the fire begins. In contrast to what the name
suggests, passive fire protection measures are installed in the buildings
from the very beginning and play a fundamental role in the fire protection
process. So, if you are unfamiliar with passive fire protection and its
components, this beginner's guide by CA drillers, U.K is perfect for you!
Types of Components Used in Passive Fire
Protection
The fire resistance walls and floors are the critical component of the fire
protection system that draws the line between "Fire in a building" and
"Building on fire." These measures minimize the spreading of fire and
ensure that it remains contained in a single compartment for as long as
possible. The walls slow down the horizontal spread of fire, while the
ceilings and floors slow down the vertical spread, giving the building
occupants ample time to escape.
1.Fire resisting walls and floors
2. Cavity barriers
Cavity barriers are installed in walls, floors, and ceilings to enhance the fire
protection system further. These barriers are susceptible to raised
temperatures. When exposed to fire, they expand and seal off the gaps in
walls and floors' cavities. When installed throughout the premises, the
cavity barriers minimize and even prevent smoke movement in a building's
concealed elements like floors and walls.

3. 3. Fire stopping door-sets
Fire door set is a combination that includes door-frame, door leaf, and
other door hardware. The fire doors are engineered to act as a barrier to
compartmentalize smoke and fire, slowing down its spread to other parts
of the building. When closed, these doors create an obstacle for the
hazard allowing the people to escape securely. The fire door sets are an
integral part of passive fire protection and ensure maximum safety in
emergency times.
4. Fire-resisting ductwork
Fire-resisting ductwork is an integral part of the fire-safety structure
classified into two main parts i.e., smoke extraction ducts and fire-rate
ventilation ducts.
Smoke ventilation ductwork -
This type of ductwork is found in large structures such as car parking, high-
rise buildings, atriums, etc., that are vulnerable to smoke spreading as their
height decreases the effectiveness of automatic sprinkler systems. These
ducts ensure effective smoke removal as well as improved fire-fighting.
Fire-rated ductwork-
Fire-rated ventilation ducts are explicitly designed to prevent smoke and
fire from spreading between two building compartments. These do not
allow the passage of fire to other parts of the building for a stipulated time.

4. 5. Fire retardant paints
Fire retardant coating/paint is one of the oldest and simplest ways to
protect flammable materials such as wood, steel, etc., against heat and fire.
When combined with fire-resistant walls, these coating ensures maximum
protection against fire hazards and substantially reduces its negative
impact on your residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Following are the main types of fire retardant coatings:-
●Fire retardant paint for wood
●Fire retardant paint for steel
●Fire retardant paint for walls
6. Steelwork fire protection
When a structure's temperature rises beyond a point during fire hazards,
the steel framework is vulnerable to change its chemical property, resulting
in significant building damage. Steelwork fire protection insulates the steel
framework that supports the building, minimizing the harmful effects of fire
on steel. It is possible in two ways, i.e., through spray or board-based fire
protection systems.
Closing thoughts
We hope our comprehensive guide gives you a clear insight into passive
fire protection and helps you choose the right passive fire protection
system for your residential,commercial or industrial property. We,at CA
Drillers specialize, in supplying and installing an extensive range of passive
fire protection systems. For more details, contact us at 08082789274 or
drop an email at info@cadrillers.com.

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