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The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new training recognition service to offer an independent third-party evaluation of training courses specific to passive fire protection (PFP). ASFP Recognition ensures that all recognized providers work to the highest standards in both training delivery and passive fire technical input, and that recognized programs provide current and up-to-date skills and knowledge by linking them to the industry-developed competence framewor...

Siderise has launched the first edition of its new Technical Deep Dives, which marks the start of a series of free e-learning modules. They are designed to help construction professionals build the breadth and depth of their knowledge by getting to grips with key areas of passive fire protection and noise control in the built environment. Edition 1 ‘Movement Matters’ explores the challenges imposed upon perimeter firestops resulting from curtain wall façade and building movem...

The winners of the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards were announced at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham on 25 November. Members gathered at this sell-out event to recognize and celebrate the sector’s achievements and hear all the latest news from the ASFP. Chosen by an independent panel of judges, the winners were presented with their awards by special guest speaker Mandy Hickson, a former Royal...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection has announced the shortlist for its 2021 Passive Fire Protection Awards, with the winners due to be announced on 26 November at the Association’s Awards Lunch at the Edwardian Hotel in Manchester. The awards will be presented by broadcaster, naturalist, and marine biologist Monty Hall. The 2021 event will see awards presented in eight Award categories, each recognizing excellence within the passive fire protection industry, at company and ind...

The global debate on building cladding, which has soared up the international safety agenda in the wake of London’s Grenfell Tower disaster which claimed 74 lives and left another 70 injured, arrives in Doha this month. Building cladding is a key feature of the Safety Design in Buildings Conference (SDiB), which runs on 16 October at The Business Park of the Crowne Plaza, Doha. The conference will feature 11 regional and international experts as speakers. Insight On Improved Protection...

SIDERISE cavity barriers ensure that the system will drain any moisture whilst maintaining airflow SIDERISE has just launched its new installation guidance video for its ‘Open State’ horizontal and vertical cavity fire barriers. SIDERISE RH ‘Open State’ horizontal cavity barriers have been specifically designed to meet the requirements for cavity fire barriers used in drained and ventilated facades. These barriers ensure that the system will drain...

 Representatives from SIDERISE will be available on Stand A59 in Za'abeel Hall 5 The manufacturer of firestop and acoustic barrier insulation systems Siderise is set to highlight its capabilities and exhibit its expansive range of products at the inaugural Windows Doors and Facades Event in Dubai from the 18-20 September.   Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this must-attend new trade show will bring together architects, interior designers, devel...