Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat can now provide third party certified solutions for its Stopseal® Batt and Flexi Coat® system, and together with Siniat now offers a complete fire stopping solution for shaft walls.
FSi Promat and drywall manufacturer Siniat, both part of the Etex group, joined forces to carry out independent testing and assessment of the Stopseal® Batt and Flexi Coat® system to demonstrate compatibility and performance with Siniat shaft wall systems.
Shaft walls present a host of challenges including the need for non-standard framing and board configurations, complex geometry or non-symmetrical build ups which result in a reduced field of application when testing to harmonised BS, EN test standards. This makes traditional fire testing impractical. Achieving third party certification allows FSi Promat’s Stopseal® Batt and Flexi Coat® to be confidently specified in diverse shaft wall configurations safely and economically.
The independent validation provides expert backed assurance that extended applications remain compliant and effective, enabling fire stopping capabilities to a wider range of scenarios to support an increased field of application.
FSi Promat’s third party certification adheres to European regulations, including EN 13501-2 for fire integrity and insulation, and EN 1364-1 verifying wall deflection tolerance up to 100mm during fire exposure. Additionally, the third-party certification accommodates directional fire testing, covering both symmetrical and asymmetrical shaft wall constructions, while maintaining compliance with specified minimum wall thickness standards.
Paul Nash, Firestop Manager at FSi Promat said: “Through our commitment to innovation and rigorous testing, our technical specialists are consistently developing solutions to address the changing needs of the fire stopping industry.
“The successful third-party testing of our Stopseal® Batt and Flexi Coat® system allows for the installation of essential fire stopping to be adapted to meet the needs of projects and provides an extensive field of application for our fire stopping solutions.
“Aligning third party testing has allowed FSi Promat and Siniat to create a complete package that single-handedly addresses fire stopping and shaft wall construction – streamlining project specification and increasing on-site confidence for designers, contractors, and consultants.
“The successful third-party certification of this complete fire stopping package for shaft walls not only enhances competency and confidence in fire stopping in complex applications, but reduces time and cost to customers, whilst minimising risks.”