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Firestop protection Most people are familiar with basics of fire suppression. Like for example using fire extinguisher. But in terms of firestop protection, there is no movement or activation required.

These passive firestop protection are used to compartmentalize a fire and keep it from spreading for a period of time long enough that occupants can evacuate the buildings so that firefighters can perform their tasks.

PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS keep detailed records for the many penetrations and joints that are within their facilities. These systems allow a facility manager to maintain code compliance information and manage maintenance and installations. INSTALLATION The International Building Code (IBC) requires that fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers, and smoke partitions be permanently identified with stenciled lettering or other labels. However, penetrations are not required to be identified or labeled. While labels are not required, many installers provide them and some building managers require them. The labels are specific to each manufacturer, but they typically include the installation date, the installer’s name, the detail used, and any engineering judgments that apply. The label will identify the penetration as fire resistance rated fire stopping and indicate that tampering with it can affect the system performance. PENETRATION AND FIRE STOP SYSTEM