FIRE-RESISTANT INSULATING GLASS
Fire-resistant insulating glass is heat-insulating safety glass that slows the spread and spread of fire. This type of glass offers protection against high heat development, flames and toxic smoke fumes in a fire situation and extends the escape time so that everyone can leave the building safely.
FEATURES OF FIRE-RESISTANT INSULATING GLASS
Fire-resistant double- or triple-glazing is constructed with at least one fire-resistant component that has a fire-resistant coating or a special intermediate layer that limits temperature rise and/or heat radiation on the non-fire side. To ensure safety, fire-resistant glass must comply with a European standard, which allows three different classifications: E, EW and EI.
Class E has to do with flame resistance (the glass must not break or crack in the event of a fire), class EW has to do with radiation reduction for a certain time in which (sealants must not allow flames and smoke to pass through) and class EI is about temperature insulation (the glass forms a heat-insulating shield). Fire-resistant glass with EI classification offers the highest level of protection against flames, smoke and heat.
How much time is enough?
The resistance to fire penetration and flashover (WBDBO) determines how long the glass will last. Every extra minute increases the chances of a safe outcome.
To help you directly on the construction site or at the drawing board, we have developed an info sheet. In it you will find at a glance:
The 4 glass-hard rules of assembly.
Which glass for which requirement?
The pitfalls.
Tip: Why the stamp in the glass should always be visible.
APPLICATION
Fire-resistant insulating glass is often used and, in some cases, is even mandatory in both new and existing buildings. For example, to guarantee safety in public buildings or day-care centres. We also see more and more fire-resistant insulating glass in residential construction.
The benefits of fire-resistant insulating glass:
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"Martin Glas supplied and fitted all interior glazing for the Huygens Lyceum. Soundproof glass was used for all classrooms. Classrooms where, for example, subjects such as physics and chemistry are taught, which include gas, heat and open flames, have been fitted with the required fire-resistant glass."
Wilco Kroes - Martin Glas
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