Installer of passive fire barriers, Injecta Fire Barrier, has begun another major remediation project for a building in the heart of Manchester.
Using the patented Injectaclad system, Injecta Fire Barrier are installing regulatory compliant cavity barriers between the horizontal and vertical cavities that divide the structure.
Once installed, the system will provide enhanced fire protection to the building’s occupants while meeting the latest building regulations detailed in the Fire Safety Act (2021) and Building Safety Act (2022).
“Another exciting project is underway! Given Manchester’s rich architectural heritage, it is vital to preserve the city’s character when carrying out structural renovations. Working from scaffolding, our team is installing the life-saving Injectaclad – delivering a solution that is not only safe, but minimally disruptive to the building’s exterior” says Shaun Tasker, Managing Director at Injecta Fire Barrier.
Injectaclad is a regulatory compliant fire-retardant sealant that can be seamlessly inserted into a building’s vertical or horizontal cavities.
As an intumescent material, it reacts to heat by expanding to approximately 20 times its volume, filling any gaps and slowing the spread of flames and smoke.
Unlike traditional remediation methods, Injectaclad provides a non-intrusive, cost-effective solution that avoids removing existing façades while still meeting the latest fire safety standards.
Recently, Injectaclad passed rigorous testing to certify a 50-year effective lifespan, which is more than triple the industry standard of passive fire barriers.
“Removing only small brick sections every couple of metres, the product is pumped into a specialist mesh sock and inserted into the cavities before being reinstated – ensuring the building’s aesthetic remains intact” explains Shaun.
Injecta Fire Barrier are the UK’s first independent approved installer of the patented Injectaclad system.
With years of experience in passive fire protection, the company is helping property managers and building owners protect their structures, meet safety regulations and avoid costly and intrusive renovations associated from traditional fire safety remediation.
“Once the project is complete, the team will restore the exterior brickwork to its original condition, delivering passive fire protection for the Manchester occupants for over 50 years!” Shaun concludes.
