Passive Fire Protection for New Builds

Fire Stopping for New Builds

Newly constructed residential buildings must be equipped with fire protection systems that adhere to building regulations and the applicable British Standards. At Ark Fire Protection, we specialise in delivering high-quality passive fire protection solutions for new builds, ensuring the safety and compliance of buildings, and their inhabitants.

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Industry-Leading Passive Fire Protection Solutions for New Builds

From fire-rated walls and doors to fire-stopping and compartmentation, our team of experts at Ark Fire Protection offers a wide range of passive fire protection solutions for new builds. These systems are designed to delay or prevent the spread of fire and smoke, providing occupants with valuable time to safely evacuate the building. For years, we have been the go-to choice for developers looking for reliable and efficient passive fire protection solutions for their new builds. Trust our team to deliver superior protection and peace of mind for your next project.

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Ark’s Passive Fire Protection Services for New Builds

Discover our extensive selection of passive fire protection services for New Build projects across the UK. Passive fire protection serves two crucial purposes: enhancing the safety of structures for efficient evacuation and minimising the risks associated with fire hazards. Take a look at our range of services below to find out how we can maximise safety in your project.

Fire Stopping

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Fire Doors

Fire doors play a crucial role in creating compartmentation within new builds. At Ark Fire Protection, we offer a range of services related to fire doors. Whether you require a new door closer or a complete fire door upgrade, our team can provide fire door maintenance with third-party accreditation. Trust us to ensure the safety and security of your building.

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Intumescent Coatings

Intumescent coatings provide a proven and effective solution for safeguarding new builds against structural damage. Our team meticulously tests all of our intumescent coatings to ensure they meet EU standards. This commitment to quality provides our customers with the confidence of advanced fire protection, mitigating potential threats to the structural integrity of their buildings.

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External Fire Barriers

External Fire Barrier systems offer an effective solution for preventing the spread of fire and smoke in roof and ceiling areas, as well as concealed voids in new buildings. These fire barrier systems are specifically designed for voids located up to 10.5 metres. Vertical fire barrier systems provide impressive insulation and integrity periods of up to 120 minutes, while friction fire barrier slabs offer up to 60 minutes of reliable protection.

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Fire Curtains

Ark Fire Protection specialises in installing and maintaining fire curtains that are crafted from flexible fibre. These curtains are specifically designed to be installed in challenging areas or spaces without structural supports, like ceiling voids or lofts, where movement may occur. Whether you need fire curtains for integrity or insulation, we offer a comprehensive range of options tailored to meet your specific requirements.

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Partitions

Fire partitioning is a crucial safety measure implemented during new construction projects to effectively curb the spread of fire. This involves the installation of internal walls and ceilings that confine the fire within specific areas or rooms of the building for a limited period. By containing the fire, this approach allows occupants to locate escape routes and mitigates damage to the building, as only designated areas are affected.

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Fire Remedial Works

Our FRA services for new constructions encompass the reinstatement or reimplementation of various passive fire protection measures that currently fall short of the necessary fire safety standards. Our remedial works for fire risk assessment are designed to enhance your building’s fire safety standards to the required level, aligning with the latest guidelines and regulations.

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Whether you have questions, require further information, or would like to discuss your specific needs for passive fire protection solutions, our dedicated team is here to assist you.

Accredited New Build Fire Protection

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.

End-to-End New Build Fire Stopping Solutions

We offer comprehensive end-to-end solutions for passive fire protection in new builds. Our services encompass everything from design and installation to maintenance and remedial works. With our all-inclusive approach, your building will be equipped with state-of-the-art PFP systems that meet the highest industry standards. Trust us to provide a reliable and comprehensive solution for safeguarding your premises against fire hazards. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help ensure the safety of your new build project.

Great new build passive fire protection 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.

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Ark Fire Protection's New Build Fire Stopping

Ark Fire Protection can supply and install a full range of solutions for fire stopping not limited to but including, load-bearing compound fire seals, batt and mastic seals, graphite’s, wraps, collars and linear joint seals incorporating deflection when needed. All fire stopping installations are third party accredited by FIRAS scheme, Health & Safety accredited and ISO 9001 quality assured.

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Fire Stopping Regulations for New Builds

Ark Fire Protection guarantees that new builds maintain compliance with fire regulations. Our skilled team offers a diverse selection of passive fire protection products to help you meet these standards effectively.

According to the 2020 amendments to the Building Regulations Act of 2010 on Fire Safety for Volume 1: Dwellings, buildings should prevent the spread of fire through internal linings while also meeting other requirements:

The premature collapse of the structure is avoided
Adequate measures have been taken to ensure that there is enough distance between buildings and within buildings to prevent the spread of fire
Wherever it is needed, automatic fire suppression is available.
The spread of fire and smoke in cavities is limited

The document and its amendments outline the appropriate procedures for implementing fire stopping measures. Our team of specialists can provide valuable assistance throughout this process to guarantee optimal protection for your project.

What Is Passive Fire Protection in New Build Projects and Why Is It Needed?

Passive fire protection in new build developments refers to fire resisting measures that are designed and built into the structure from the outset to limit the spread of fire and smoke, protect escape routes, and maintain structural stability without the need for activation. These measures typically include fire resisting walls and floors, fire doors and compartmentation, fire stopping to service penetrations, cavity barriers, fire barriers, and protective coatings applied to structural steel.

In new build projects, passive fire protection plays a critical role in ensuring the building complies with fire safety requirements before occupation. Early integration of passive systems helps prevent hidden fire spread through cavities, voids, and service routes, which can otherwise compromise life safety. In the UK, effective passive fire protection is essential for achieving compliance with Building Regulations Approved Document B, supporting sign off at completion, and ensuring the building is safe for its intended use from day one.

Benefits of Passive Fire Protection in New Build Developments

Early compliance with Building Regulations

Incorporating passive fire protection during construction helps ensure that fire safety requirements are met before handover. This reduces the risk of delays at completion caused by failed inspections or incomplete fire stopping and compartmentation.

Improved build quality and long term safety

Correctly installed passive fire protection enhances overall build quality by addressing fire performance at junctions, penetrations, and interfaces that are difficult to remediate once the building is occupied.

Reduced need for costly remedial works post completion

Designing and installing passive fire protection correctly from the outset minimises the likelihood of defects being identified during fire risk assessments or future audits, avoiding disruptive and expensive remedial works later.

Supports future building management and maintenance

Well documented passive fire protection systems provide a clear baseline for facilities managers and responsible persons. This makes ongoing inspection, maintenance, and compliance easier throughout the building’s lifecycle.

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New Build Passive Fire Protection FAQs

What passive fire protection measures are typically included in new build projects?

New build developments commonly include fire resisting walls and floors, fire doors, cavity barriers, fire stopping around services, fire barriers, and fire resistant coatings for structural steel. These elements work together to maintain compartmentation and protect escape routes.

Why is passive fire protection particularly important at the construction stage?

Installing passive fire protection during construction ensures that systems are fully integrated into the building fabric. This prevents concealed defects and reduces the risk of non compliant workmanship that may only be discovered after occupation.

Who is responsible for passive fire protection in a new build?

Responsibility typically sits with the client and principal contractor during construction, with duties shared across the design and build team. Once the building is occupied, responsibility transfers to the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

How does passive fire protection support building control approval?

Passive fire protection is a key consideration during building control inspections. Correct installation and documentation help demonstrate compliance with Approved Document B and support successful sign off at practical completion.

Can passive fire protection be adapted if the design changes during construction?

Yes. Passive fire protection systems can be reviewed and adjusted to reflect design changes, provided revisions are assessed against the fire strategy and installed in line with relevant standards and test evidence.

What happens if passive fire protection is missing or incorrectly installed in a new build?

Defects may lead to delays in completion, refusal of building control approval, or the need for intrusive remedial works. Poor installation can also create long term fire safety risks once the building is occupied.