Specialist in passive fire protection
Passive fire protection is a critical aspect of building safety, yet it is frequently misunderstood. Any breach whether referred to as a hole, penetration, or defect—has the potential to compromise the integrity of a building’s fire strategy, increasing the risk to occupants and property. Commitment to Accuracy and Accountability Thameside Fire Stopping upholds rigorous standards […]
When we entered the fire protection industry in 1976, we quickly discovered the severe limitations in accessing passive fire protection materials. At the time, suppliers were limited to companies like Promat, Nullifire, and Hilti — and even then, in small quantities and with relatively few tested systems and applications compared to what is available in […]
Ban the Foam! Foam is a problem that we are coming across more and more every day. PU Foams are NOT a fire stopping material. Foam should not be used in any case over 15mm for the purpose of Fire Stopping. Toxic black smoke is emitted from foam after contact with fire after just seconds. […]
The Cori-Seal System is designed to prevent the smoke from a fire spreading into the escape routes The correct installation of smoke plugs As per manufactures recommendations, smoke plugs should be fitted during the construction phase. No matter the corresponding angle the inner perforated lining sheets are laying, the purpose of the smoke […]
Schools, fire safety, and what we’ve learnt. In the trade press it can be seen that most articles look at how fresh or replacement air via natural ventilation can lead to a 65% reduction in Sick Building Syndrome (SBB) compared to fixed windows. By using natural or mixed/hybrid ventilation there is a greater reason to […]
Article – CIBSE Journal Thameside Fire Stopping Limited are please to announce that our article in conjunction with Cori-Seal Systems on Smoke Stoppers is now available in the July’s edition of the CIBSE Journal.
Cori Seal Solution – Smoke Test Demo Now Available… Thameside Fire Stopping’s sister company Cori-Seal have designed a solution to prevent smoke from a fire spreading into the escape routes where smoke transfer is possible. Our test demonstration video, which uses our smoke box demonstrates how current sealants and Cori-Seal perform on trapezoidal roof beams […]
New Cori-Seal® Systems CIBSE CPD Now Available Thameside Fire Stopping’s sister company Cori-Seal® Systems are pleased to announce their new CIBSE approved CPD on ‘Smoke control issues within school and commercial buildings – the hidden dangers’ is now available. The CPD was prepared to highlight the current dangers within schools and commercial buildings concerning missing […]
New 4th – Fire & Smoke Control Podcast on ‘fire engineering industry is moving in to the digital revolution’ now available! Join Steve, Allan and special guest Dr Rodrigo Machado Tavares Fire & Smoke Engineer who talks his views on how the fire engineering industry is moving in to the digital revolution. To join the […]
