Our passive fire protection services
Mese Fire Solution offers comprehensive passive fire protection tailored for UK construction projects. We focus on regulatory compliance and exceptional build quality.
Fire door installation
We supply and install certified fire doors, crucial for containing fire and smoke. Our installations ensure compliance with strict UK building regulations.
The Anotomy of fire door.
The Anatomy of a Fire Doorset (Key Components)
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Fire Door Leaf: The main solid timber or composite door panel, specifically rated for fire resistance (e.g., FD30 or FD60 specifications).
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Door Frame (Lining): A robust frame manufactured from compatible, high-density materials designed specifically to house the fire door securely.
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Intumescent Seals: Crucial expanding strips fitted to the frame or the door's edge that swell under extreme heat to seal the gap and block fire.
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Cold Smoke Seals: Often combined with intumescent strips, these physically block toxic, cold smoke from passing through the gaps before the heat rises.
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Fire-Rated Hinges: A minimum of three heavy-duty, CE-marked or UKCA-marked hinges required to prevent the door from warping or collapsing during a fire.
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Automatic Door Closer: A certified, tensioned mechanism ensuring the door always reliably returns to the fully closed position after use.
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Essential Ironmongery: Fire-tested locks, latches, and handles that maintain the structural integrity of the door without melting or failing.
The Installation Process (Critical Compliance Steps)
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Perimeter Gap Tolerances: Strictly maintaining a consistent gap between the door leaf and the frame of exactly 2mm to 4mm to allow the intumescent seals to work correctly.
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Frame Fixing and Packing: Using certified fire-rated packers and intumescent mastic around the frame to secure it directly to the structural wall, leaving no hidden voids.
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Threshold Clearances: Ensuring the gap at the bottom of the door is kept under 3mm for smoke control, or fitting a certified drop-down seal.
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Labeling and Traceability: Preserving the manufacturer's identification plugs or certification labels (BM TRADA, BWF-Certifire) on the top edge of the door leaf.
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Final Engagement Check: Verifying the closer tension is correct and that the latch engages the keep flawlessly without binding or sticking.
Fire Barrier & Penetration Sealing Systems
When electrical cables, pipework, or HVAC systems pass through fire-rated walls and floors, they compromise the building's fire compartmentation. At Mese Fire Solution, we install high-performance fire barrier systems to securely seal these voids and restore the structural fire rating.
As shown in our installations, we utilize premium Ablative Coated Fire Batts combined with specialized intumescent sealants. This creates a robust seal around complex service penetrations, such as cable trays and large pipe bundles.
Key Benefits of Our Fire Barrier Systems:
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Restored Compartmentation: Maintains the fire resistance of the wall or floor (providing up to 4 hours of fire protection).
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Smoke & Gas Seal: Effectively blocks the passage of toxic cold smoke and harmful gases.
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Acoustic Insulation: Offers excellent sound reduction properties for commercial and residential buildings.
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UK Compliance: Fully tested and installed in strict accordance with UK building regulations and fire safety standards.
Compliance consultation
Navigating UK fire safety legislation can be a complex challenge for contractors, developers, and facility managers. Ensuring your building meets strict regulatory standards is not just a legal obligation—it is absolutely critical for life safety and successful project sign-off.
At Mese Fire Solution, we provide expert guidance at every stage of your construction or renovation project. Our specialists conduct thorough site surveys and specification reviews to ensure your passive fire protection strategy is flawless from day one. We bridge the gap between complex regulations and practical site application.
How Our Expertise Protects Your Project:
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Site Surveys & Audits: Identifying potential risks and compliance gaps before they become costly problems.
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Specification Guidance: Helping you select the exact fire-rated materials required by UK building control.
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Smooth Inspections: Ensuring all installations are documented and completed to standards that pass inspections the first time.
"Mese Fire Solution provided flawless installation of fire doors and barriers. Their commitment to UK regulations gave us complete peace of mind, and the project stayed on schedule."
A satisfied contractor, London
Your trusted partner in passive fire protection
Mese Fire Solution is a highly reliable, compliant UK provider of passive fire protection. We specialise in fire doors, fire batts, and fire barriers for construction projects. Partner with us for expert consultation, supply, and flawless installation, ensuring your buildings meet all safety standards. Let's achieve excellence together.
Frequently asked questions
At Mese Fire Solution, we understand your concerns about fire safety compliance and project integrity. Here are some common questions our clients ask, and how we provide solutions with our certified services.
Contact us
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 3 pm
Sunday: Closed
Contact
Tel: +447490008111
info@mesefiresolutions.com
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