Interested in Cavity & Fire Barrier System Installation?
We provide our fire barrier system services throughout the UK but have offices in the following locations.
Get in touch with our team for assistance on your next fire barrier project.
5-Star Fire Barrier Installations
Cavity & Fire Barrier Installation Services
Our experienced team provides comprehensive fire barrier services to protect your property and its occupants. From fire barrier installations to inspections and repairs, trust us to enhance fire resistance and create a secure environment. Your peace of mind is our mission.
Cavity & Fire Barrier Installation
Ark Fire Protection is a leading provider of fire barrier installation, maintenance, and repair services. We have extensive experience in the industry, and our team of certified experts is always ready to provide the highest level of service. We’re committed to helping our clients keep their premises safe from the spread of fire and offer a wide range of services to meet their needs.
Our fire barrier installation services are designed to protect your property from the spread of fire, while our repair services ensure your barriers stay compliant with local codes. We also specialise in cavity barrier installation, which helps prevent fire and smoke from spreading through hidden cavities and voids within buildings, enhancing overall fire compartmentalisation and safety.
What Are Fire External Fire Barrier Systems?
External Fire Barrier Systems
External Fire Barrier systems are a solution to preventing the spread of fire and smoke within roof and ceiling areas, and unseen voids in buildings. Fire barrier systems are suitable for voids located up to 10.5 metres. Vertical fire barrier systems achieve both insulation and integrity periods up to 120 minutes whilst friction fire barrier slabs can provide up to 60 minutes of protection.
Whether it be with brick against block or concrete against façade, there is likely a cavity in most structures. Without a correct cavity barrier in place, fire and smoke can spread up the building very quickly. At Ark Fire Protection we offer a range of cavity barrier installs from a number of manufacturers who will specify the correct product for your needs, whether you need ventilated or non-ventilated we can offer the best solution.
Accredited Fire Barrier Installation Services
When it comes to Passive Fire Protection, you need a company that you can rely on. Ark Fire Protection is proud to be accredited by the leading industry bodies – ensuring that we always meet the highest standards of quality and safety, and that our customers can always expect a first-class service.
We’re also ISO 9001 certified, meaning that our quality management systems are regularly audited and approved. So when you choose Ark Fire Protection, you can be confident that you’re making the best possible decision for your property.
Why Choose Ark Fire Protection for Fire Barrier Installations?
At Ark Fire Protection all fire barrier services are third party accredited by FIRAS scheme, Health & Safety accredited and ISO 9001 quality assured.
Great fire barrier installation projects start with great technology
Onetrace is a powerful cloud-based application that is supporting Ark Fire Protection to raise standards across the fire protection industry.
Providing Ark with one system to capture, monitor, review and report on all fire protection work being conducted in real time.
Trusted Fire Barrier Installers
When it comes to passive fire protection, and keeping your premises and its occupants safe – it is absolutely essential that the fire barrier system is installed correctly, and by a professional. A trusted fire barrier installation team will ensure all regulations and codes are adhered to, and provide complete peace of mind that your property is protected against the risk of fire.
At Ark Fire Protection, we have years of experience in fire barrier installation, and are dedicated to delivering the very best service possible. We employ highly trained and certified professionals who can provide a comprehensive installation process from start to finish, from consultation and design to installation and inspection.
Fire Barrier Installation Services Across the UK
Passive fire protection installation services in the United Kingdom are provided by us to a wide range of clients, ensuring that your structures are safe, secure, and abide by building and fire safety standards (Approved Document B).
Fire is a hazard for commercial and industrial sites that can result in service interruptions or, worse, loss of life. Whether you’re developing new housing or working on new or old health, education, leisure, retail, business, or industrial premises, Fire Barrier Services can help individuals remain safe.
Ark Fire Protection can provide the expert and reliable fire barrier services to keep your premises safe from the spread of fire.
Leading Fire Barrier Products
At Ark Fire Protection Services, we only use industry leading fire barrier products from brands such as Rockwool and FireFly.
These products have been rigorously tested to ensure that they meet the highest standards of quality and performance, and we’re proud to offer them to our clients. We believe that using the best products is essential to providing the best possible service, and we’re always looking for ways to improve the quality of our services.
Fire Barriers Building Regulations
To meet fire safety regulations, cavity barriers are essential in buildings. The regulations mandate that cavity barriers must offer at least 15 minutes of fire resistance and maintain their structural integrity for 30 minutes. Regulations require that buildings should be built with consideration for how fires can spread through compartments in floors, walls, and ceilings. The installation of cavity barriers vertically and horizontally will meet this requirement.
Where are Cavity Fire Barriers Installed?
Cavity fire barriers are installed in various locations within a building to prevent the spread of fire and smoke through concealed spaces. We install fire barriers in the following areas:
- External Wall Cavities: Between the outer and inner layers of walls to prevent fire from spreading through the cavity space.
- Floor Cavities: Between floors in multi-story buildings to stop fire from moving vertically through voids.
- Roof Cavities: Within roof spaces to inhibit the spread of fire along the roof structure.
- Wall Partitions: Within internal wall partitions to limit fire spread between rooms or compartments.
- Service Voids and Risers: Around service pipes, cables, and ducts that penetrate floors and walls to prevent fire from traveling through these pathways.
- Perimeter of Fire Compartments: At the edges of fire compartments to maintain the integrity of fire-rated areas.
- Horizontal Barriers
Fire cavity barriers play a critical role in maintaining the fire safety of a building. Their primary function is to compartmentalise a structure by creating barriers within concealed spaces, which effectively slows down the spread of fire and smoke. This containment allows occupants more time to evacuate safely and provides emergency services with a greater window to control and extinguish the fire. By preventing the rapid movement of fire through unseen voids and cavities, fire barriers help to minimise potential damage to the building and protect the structural integrity.
Working With Leading Manufacturers
Cavity Fire Barrier Installation for a Range of Sectors
Our team at Ark Fire Protection has extensive knowledge and experience in the installation of cavity fire barriers for various sectors including Commercial, New Builds, Healthcare (NHS), Student Accommodation, Industrial, Education, Residential, Facilities Management, Social Housing, and Insurance sector. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide bespoke solutions that are tailored to the specific requirements of each sector, ensuring maximum safety and compliance.
Every sector has its unique needs and fire safety regulations – our team of experts is well-versed in these requirements and can provide guidance on the most suitable type of cavity fire barrier for your sector.
Whether you need a fire barrier for a commercial building or a residential development, our team will work closely with you to understand your project’s specifications and deliver an effective solution that meets all necessary regulations.
Fire Barrier Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fire Barrier Insulation?
Fire Barrier Systems are used to slow down the spread of flames, heat and smoke through concealed spaces such as roofs and ceiling voids. Fire Barrier Curtains maintain their integrity and insulation protection for 15 to 120 minutes.
How does a Fire Barrier work?
Fire barrier works by slowing down the spread of smoke, gas and fire. The continuous membrane, of the fire barriers, can be either vertical or horizontal. Usually, the amount of fire resistance is a minimum of one hour.