Fire Resistant Transit
FAQs
Fire resistant transit systems are cable and pipe sealing solutions that maintain the fire integrity of walls and floors where services pass through. Products such as fire bags and firebreak service transits are designed to prevent the spread of flames, smoke, and toxic gases during a fire, ensuring compliance with building and safety regulations.
Fire bags are preformed, flexible bags filled with fire resistant material. They are packed into wall or floor openings around cables and pipes. In the event of a fire, they expand under heat to form a tight seal, blocking fire and smoke. They are ideal for installations where future reentry or cable changes may be required, as they can be removed and reinstalled easily.
Firebreak service transits are modular frames or sleeves fitted with fire resistant blocks or inserts. They allow multiple cables or pipes to pass through a single opening while maintaining fire, gas, and water integrity. Commonly used in data centers, telecom facilities, utilities, and industrial plants, they provide a long term, highly reliable firestopping solution.
Consider:
- Application, like fire bags for flexible, reenterable installations; service transits for high density or critical infrastructure.
- Cable/pipe type and quantity, ensure the product accommodates current and future needs.
- Fire rating requirements, match local building regulations (e.g., 60, 90, 120 minutes).
- Environment, some solutions also provide waterproofing, smoke tightness, and acoustic protection in addition to fire resistance.