TENMAT Ventilated Fire Barriers Preventing fire spread in external cavities

摘要

Fires in external cavities of clad buildings are a major issue which appear with ever increasing frequency in the news headlines across the globe. Ventilated cladding systems are an extremely effective method of protecting a structure from the elements and Architects embrace these systems due to the wide range of colours and finishes and the ease of installation. As good as these systems are, they can create a serious fire protection threat to structures and people if not adequately protected. The cavity acts like an open chimney and allows the fire to spread quickly both vertically and horizontally around the building. The fire is often hidden behind the fagade and can be extremely difficult to deal with for the Fire Services.