Fire Protection
Fire protection refers to measures and systems designed to prevent fires, limit their spread, and protect people and structures.
Fire Protection: Safety That Saves Lives
We offer comprehensive passive fire protection solutions designed to enhance the safety of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Our goal is to contain the spread of fire and smoke, buying valuable time for evacuation and for emergency response teams to take action.
What is passive fire protection?
Passive protection involves the use of fire-resistant materials and construction systems that prevent or delay the spread of fire within a structure, without human intervention or active systems such as sprinklers or alarms.
Solutions we offer:
- Fire-resistant coatings: Sprayed or painted intumescent coatings on metal, concrete, or wood structures.
- Sealing service penetrations: Prevents the spread of fire through openings or ducts.
- Fire-Resistant Partitions and Ceilings: Installation of fire-resistant (RF) drywall systems and certified materials.
- Duct and Cable Tray Linings
- Fire Dampers and Shutters
Advantages of our systems:
- Certification in accordance with current regulations (CTE, RSCIEI, UNE, etc.)
- Improving the Building’s Structural Safety
- Suitable for new construction and renovation projects
- Professional installation with complete technical documentation
- Collaboration with architects, engineering firms, and safety professionals
Fire protection isn’t a luxury—it’s a legal and moral obligation. We help you comply with regulations and protect what matters most: lives and property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is passive fire protection?
It refers to the use of materials and construction methods that help slow the spread of fire and smoke inside a building.
What fire protection solutions does Novaplak provide?
The website features fire-resistant cladding, sealing for utility penetrations, fire-resistant partitions and ceilings, cladding for ducts and cable trays, and fire dampers.
Can metal, concrete, or wood structures be protected?
The website lists fire-resistant cladding solutions for metal, concrete, or wood structures. The appropriate system should be selected based on the specific component and project.
Why is it important to seal openings in buildings?
Sealing helps limit the spread of fire through openings, ducts, and utility penetrations between different areas of the building.
Can fire-resistant partitions and ceilings be installed?
Yes. Novaplak offers fire-resistant partition and ceiling systems made with materials suitable for the project.
Does the solution have to comply with the building code?
Yes. The solution must be determined based on the building’s intended use, the project, and applicable regulations. It is advisable to check with Novaplak to determine which technical documentation is required for each type of work.