Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has launched a new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, on the outskirts of Birmingham, where it will manufacture a new best-in-class range of products. Already well-known for its Euroclass A1 non-combustible stone wool…
Stopping the spread of fire through construction voids and joints
Paul Barrett, Head of Product Management, ROCKWOOL® UK, examines the key changes in standard BS EN 1366-4 and how they will help ensure firestopping products are thoroughly tested before certification. While active-fire-protection systems such as sprinklers are an important and…