Passive fire protection is a fundamental part of all facade types. While product performance and certification are rightly prioritised during design and specification, construction managers must also consider how these materials are delivered, prepared and installed on site. The method of supplying the products to site can also impact installation quality, programme timeframes, and overall project costs.
Onsite challenges
Traditionally, cavity barriers and firestops are supplied in slab form for cutting to size on site. Whilst this approach can be useful on sites where cavity sizes vary and teams need to adjust sizing as they go, it introduces several challenges. It can be labour-intensive, time-consuming, and can pose health and safety risks with the use of cutting equipment. It also often generates material waste from offcuts or errors.
Construction waste is an issue under increasing scrutiny due to ESG targets set by developers and local authorities, as well as limited storage space on tighter site footprints.
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