Transparent Fire Protection

Today modern architecture favours transparency even far beyond the facade: the architects prefer natural light and open spaces to determine the design of large buildings right down to their structural core. These ‘open’ concepts require the need to meet construction and fire safety requirements for the protection of human life and property. In recent years the expansion of technology in glazing has produced brilliant fire rated glazing components that comply with the required safety regulations but do not interfere with the architect’s aesthetic vision for a space or building. This is where Alufire’s transparent fire-resistant glazing comes into play. By allowing modern, bright and open space design that combines safety in a multitudes of design possibilities, architects can tap into their creativity without compromising on fundamental regulations and safety requirements. Checkmate Fire are the UK and Ireland’s suppliers and installers of Alufire which offers a wide range of fire-resistant glass options with varying levels of protection to suit your needs. Protection levels are measured in defined time periods (15, 30, 60, 120 minutes) and in terms of both integrity and insulation, as designated by the European Standards.