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To ensure that information on the science and application of intumescent passive fire protection materials is made available to both professionals and the general public, please explore our range of free resources below backed up by our representation on fire standards committees.
The role of intumescent materials in the design and manufacture of timber doors
Guide to the use of smoke seals in door assemblies
The ageing performance of intumescent seals
Guide to the selection of seals for door assemblies
Guidance to risk assessors in respect of the use of intumescent door seals
Smoke control in fire doors
Overpainting of intumescent seals
Smoke sealing of doorway thresholds
The role of intumescent materials in timber and metal based fire resisting glazing systems
Guidance in respect of the use of intumescent glazing seals in timber doors and screens
The role and guidance for the appropriate use of fire resistant and smoke containment air transfer grilles in non-ducted building ventilation systems
The role and guidance for the appropriate use of fire resistant and smoke containment dampers in ducted building ventilation systems
Intumescent hardware protection
Guidance in respect of the use of intumescent penetration seals
Model specifications for intumescent sealing services penetrating fire resisting walls or floors
The Intumescent Fire Seals Association (IFSA) is the trade association dedicated to the science and application of intumescent based sealing materials for the passive fire protection industry.
The Association provides technical advice and guidance on all matters relating to fire door seals, smoke seals, glazing seals and all penetration/gap sealing problems.
Over the years IFSA has made significant contributions to fire safety through collaboration with national and international organisations, working in partnerships with many other trade associations to raise standards and enhance safety.
ASDMA
www.asdma.com
British Woodworking Federation
www.bwf.org.uk
Certifire
www.warringtoncertification.com
Kiwa Fire Safety Compliance
www.kiwa.com
European Association of Passive Fire Protection
www.eapfp.com
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF)
www.ggf.org.uk
United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)
www.ukas.com
