As part of the continuous innovation and development of products, Envirograf® was invited to test their Firoblok® intumescent sleeves at the Oldbury Fire Station alongside construction and fire safety professionals.
The Firoblok® intumescent sleeve wrapped around the flue pipes measuring 100mm and 107mm, and finally placed within a block cavity. Filled with kindling, the on-site firemen safely ignited the cavity using blowtorches. Within minutes, the outer layer of the Firoblok® intumescent sleeve began to react to the intense heat.
suitable fire-stopping material
The intumescent released and expanded to crush the pipes, thus preventing serious fire spread. In a real case scenario, the fire would have ravaged through a building and continued to spread without intumescent protection.
The illustration proves that Firoblok® sleeves are a fitting fire-stopping material for buildings and properties
The demonstration had proven that Firoblok® intumescent sleeves are a suitable fire-stopping material for buildings and properties. The Firoblok® sleeves also prevent the spread of flame in flue pipes in the event of a fire. The fire test lasted for over 40 minutes and was subsequently extinguished by the Oldbury Station firemen on site.
Compatible products
Firoblok® intumescent sleeves are suited for a range of products, including trunking, pipes, and cables. Lightweight, flexible, and also easy to cut to size.
Its fire protection properties make it a suitable option for protecting homes as well as general buildings.