Hilti, the Liechten-stein-headquartered fastenings specialist, insists that its Firestop products check fire, smoke and toxic gases to prevent tragic loss of human life and propert.
In cladding and curtain-wall designs for buildings, Hilti says it provides various Firestop systems solutions.
One of its latest innovations includes the CEJ 216P fire-resistive joint system for curtain-wall/parameter joints, using Hilti's CP672 Firestop spray.
''Hilti CP672 is a flexible firestop spray for joints where movement up to 50 per cent is expected.
It can be applied to the top of wall joints, curtain-wall/perimeter joints, or expansion joints. CP672 is tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL),'' a Hilti spokesman said.
The main advantages cited for the system include maximum flexibility exceeding 500 cycle requirements (ASTM 1399 and UL 2079), quick and easy installation with several texture sprayguns, saving customers both time and money, and being a water-based formulation, spills and overspray cleanup is quick and easy.
''Through a combination of superior products, advanced knowledge and unparalleled customer service, Hilti is able to provide the highest quality firestop systems in the world," says the company.
"Hilti will be there to offer job-site support and expertise. Its highly-trained sales force, fire protection specialists, and in-house fire protection engineering team can help the client select the correct products and systems to match his specific project needs.
"Hilti has a support package that is unmatched in the passive firestop industry."
Highlighting the importance of Hilti products, the company said: ''Fire safety is a major concern for all who are responsible for the design and specification of new buildings.
The causes of fire are varied and unpredictable, and often outside the control of the designer. What can be controlled, however, is the effect of fire once it has started.
"The control of fire, within a building is normally affected by a combination of active and passive fire protection systems.
Passive fire protection is designed into the structure of the building, so that if fire breaks out, it is contained within a fire compartment, surrounded by fire-resistive walls and floors.
"For the walls and floors to maintain their fire-resistance, however, every opening and penetration must be sealed against the escape of fire and smoke.
"Hilti Firestop products and systems, if properly installed, can help prevent fire escaping from a compartment for a period of up to four hours.
This time period can prove vital in allowing occupants to escape, and fire-fighters to control the fire.''
