Fire stopping & Acoustic Sealing

TECL only uses fully tested products, manufactured by approved suppliers. Only specialist firestopping contractors can give you the peace of mind that the system installed on your project is correct and compliant.

5 million+
fire stopping seals installed

Third Party
Accredited

Every seal recorded
digitally since 2010

LPS 1531
& BM TRADA certified

Information

What is fire stopping?

Fire stopping is best defined as the closing of any openings to prevent fire (including smoke and heat) from passing through numerous building compartments. Passive fire protection materials stop the spread of a fire, containing it by creating fire resisting compartments, which subdivide the building (vertically or horizontally).

It is our job to ensure that any openings and gaps are sealed to restrict a fire spreading both laterally and vertically.

Someone sealing gaps in a gutter
How we help

What we do

TECL only uses fully tested products, manufactured by approved suppliers. Only specialist firestopping contractors can give you the peace of mind that the system installed on your project is correct and compliant.

We are experts in understanding common building defects, using an approved method and product ensures your building is protected to the highest standard. If a fire seal is installed incorrectly the result could be disastrous. In order to achieve specified fire ratings of up to 4 hours in walls and floors, it is important that the correct type of product and method is used. By utilising the most advanced firestopping products, TECL can significantly reduce your cost.

Our fire stopping division

Led by Adam Duffield

Adam Duffield heads TECL’s fire stopping and passive fire protection division. His directly employed teams install and record every seal, and are third-party certified under LPS 1531.

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Our products

Fire stopping products

Fire stopping

Fire resistant compartments are made through various components to subdivide buildings both vertically & horizontally.

The most common fire stopping product used is a batt & mastic solution. The batt will be cut to fit the aperture as tightly as possible, once pushed into the void Intumescent sealant is then applied to the perimeter.

TECL operative installing fire stopping at floor level
TECL operative fire stopping above a ceiling line

Acoustic sealing

Acoustic sealing is the application of acoustic rated products, such as sealant, caulk and fire foam, to reduce noise transmission through a building.

These are applied to walls, gaps & cracks that could allow noise to enter or escape.

There are unlimited variations when dealing with fire stopping & acoustic sealing, this is where TECL can assist!

Our clients

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Frequently asked questions

What is fire stopping?

Fire stopping seals openings and gaps in walls and floors so that fire, smoke and heat cannot pass between the fire-resisting compartments of a building, vertically or horizontally.

What fire rating can fire stopping achieve?

Up to four hours in walls and floors, provided the correct tested product and installation method are used.

Is TECL third-party certified for fire stopping?

Yes. TECL is certified under LPS 1531 (LPCB) and BM TRADA, has installed more than 5 million fire stopping seals, and has recorded every seal digitally since 2010.

What fire stopping work does TECL carry out?

Penetration sealing, slab edge fire stopping, rainscreen fire stopping and cavity barriers, static fire curtains and flexible fire barriers (as an approved Firefly installer), and smoke and fire control zones.

What is acoustic sealing?

Acoustic sealing uses acoustic-rated sealants, caulk and fire foam on walls, gaps and cracks to reduce noise passing through a building.