Balancing critical safety upgrades compromising on design aesthetics or structural stability remains pivotal in effectively engineering new-age fire-resilient edifices. Fire resistant glass constitutes a multifunctional material that reconciles durability, strength, and elegance across facets, uplifting constructed atmospherics.
Here, we will learn the benefits of fire resistant glass, spanning from active flame retardancy and smoke permeability minimisation capabilities alongside passive illumination translucency retention offered by the fire-resistant glass.
1. Enhanced Fire Resistance
AIS Pyrobel can be produced to meet all fire resistance classes, offering protection ranging from 20 to 120 minutes for integrity (EW) and from 15 to 60 minutes for integrity and insulation (EI). This range allows designers to choose the appropriate fire resistance level for different building parts.
2. Tested and Approved for Multiple Frameworks
This glass has been thoroughly tested and approved for timber, steel, and aluminium framing systems. It’s also been extensively trialled in doors and partitions, ensuring its versatility in various structural contexts.
3. Compliance with Safety Standards
AIS Pyrobel adheres to EN 12600, a European standard for glass in buildings, indicating its ability to withstand impacts without compromising on safety. This classification ensures that it meets rigorous safety requirements.
4. Thermal and Solar Insulation Compatibility
Fire resistance glass can be used with AIS thermal insulation and solar protection coatings, providing a multifunctional approach to building safety and energy efficiency.
5. Bi-Directional Fire Resistance
The glass offers bi-directional fire resistance, ensuring protection from both sides, which is critical in preventing the spread of fire and smoke.
6. Durability Against Elements
AIS Pyrobel is UV, water, and impact-resistant, increasing its longevity and reducing maintenance needs. It’s also available in large formats (up to 4.5 meters high), allowing for grand design without compromising safety.
7. Wide Temperature Range Tolerance
This glass is suitable for use in a range of temperatures, from -10°C to +50°C, making it versatile for different climatic conditions.
8. Quality Assurance
Despite the controlled quality and performance of AIS Pyrobel, the production process allows for minor imperfections, such as inclusions or bubbles, which do not affect the overall performance. These are not considered defects if they do not affect more than 5% of the glass, ensuring clarity and integrity.
Conclusion
The AIS Pyrobel range offers uncompromising quality and compliance with safety regulations, ensuring that buildings are safer in the event of a fire and maintain their aesthetic and functional integrity. For more information, contact AIS Glass to discuss the specific benefits and applications of AIS Pyrobel fire-resistant glass in building design.