Sadly, when it comes to the construction industry; all I see is blame; there is too much friction and things are not working. Just like the cladding and fires, waterproofing and our cracking buildings for example where things aren’t quite right, I think passive fire protection is one area that could use some leadership and a shift in paradigm.
Lack of design and planning, coupled with an focus on building certification has lead to large numbers of defective installations due to a lack of understanding of the concept of the passive fire penetration system.
In today’s fast-paced world, time is money, and safety is non-negotiable. This project showcases the implementation of fire safety upgrades in a key retail establishment. Trafalgar COREX boards were installed without affecting the retailer’s ongoing operations, demonstrating the product's adaptability to active business environments.
Take a look at how the team from Control Fire Protection used the BladeRUNNER: Retrofit Floor Waste Fire Collar to rectify incompliant floor waste pipes while improving project speed, reducing…
Take a look at how the FyreBOX Cast-In was used in a recent Buildform- Residential and Commercial Building to improve project speed, ensure compliance and most important off all, keep…
“Working with the Trafalgar team has been an excellent experience. Their technical team were always available and responsive. For all our upcoming projects, the FyreBOX will consistently be our selection…
The method used to achieve the required fire resistance in Modular construction needs to be considered, in particular for floor separation between levels and resistance to impact damage.
Trafalgar Fire are committed to partnering with world leading companies like Siderise to adopt their factory-patented Curtain Wall Fire Stop (AKA cavity barrier) systems and bring to the local Australian…
Richard Crookes Constructions identified that the NCC requires all steelwork to be designed and certified for compliance with the steel structures code AS4100. YH Interiors engaged Trafalgar Fire for a…
Rectification of fire stopping defects can be complicated once the walls and ceilings have been erected, especially if the space is already tenanted. Easy to install in tight spaces with…
Trafalgar Fire are committed to partnering with and assisting builders’ to adopt our patented FyreBOXSlab-Mount system. With passive fire protection historically being an after-thought in the building industry, this project…
It was around 30 years ago when I first heard the word “intumescent”. Little did I know that day would change my working life. It took me ages to remember…
They say that time flies. Well, that saying holds true to me personally when it comes to smoke and smoke leakage. I am fortunate to have spent six years completing…
Passive fire compartments, fire containment barriers and separate fire cells (or zones) are well known in the industry. For those who don't know, the principles are relatively simple; if a fire…
Building Regulations historically have changed following public disdain for multiple fatality tragedies and typically in the wake of these tragedies, it is only then that we have seen Governments respond…
The NCC in Australia has made it clear; fire testing needs to be current and conducted in accordance with the latest version of the fire test standard, AS1530 Part 4-2104.…
Fire rated access panels are often required to be installed into fire rated walls, fire rated service shafts, and of course fire rated ceilings. They allow for convenient access to services such as shut of valves for example which look much more aesthetically when inside an access panel.
As I sit at my trusty laptop, on Sunday morning, watching the sun rise through my window, I take a moment to stop and pay my respects to the 2750…
NCC2022 is all but here; do you know what all the fuss is about and what other NCC changes have been implemented pertaining to FRL’s? This article is a MUST…
Holy shit, this whole passive fire protection is more than just holes in walls! This is not Dr Zeus, but Doc PASSIVE at work here… What is the secret to…
It was around 30 years ago when I first heard the word “intumescent”. Little did I know that day would change my working life. It took me ages to remember…
Everyone knows things are changing but no one seems to know why. I am being asked more frequently, in fact, several times each day, especially in light of May 1,…
There is a lot of confusion about so called “fire rated boards” and I think it is prudent to discuss a little about fire ratings and the use of so-called…
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