In the event of fire, Pilkington Pyrostop® turns opaque, blocks out the fire, holds back flames and smoke, and forms an effective heat barrier that limits heat transfer to the protected side.

Pilkington Pyrodur® is a clear, laminated fire- and impact-resistant glass offering up to 60 minutes integrity and is ideal for use in fire doors and partitioning.

Glass is an excellent choice for internal partitions. Not only does it allow light to penetrate further into a building but it can provide many other functions: Fire resistance – provide protection against fire. There are numerous applications for glass as an internal divide.

The main classifications are based on tests to BS 476: ‘Fire tests on buildings, materials and structures’ Part 6 ‘Method of test for fire propagation for products’ and Part 7 ‘Method for classification of the surface spread of flame of products’.

Market launch of Pilkington Pyrodur®, the first fire-resistant glass for EW glazing that provides protection from fire and smoke whilst additionally reducing the transfer of radiant heat reliably.

Pilkington Pyrostop ® Line is the monolithic version for butt-jointed vertical glazing for internal application with integrity and insulation fire resistance performance up to EI 120.

Pilkington Pyroclear ® is a clear, monolithic super modified toughened glass which has been engineered to deliver integrity only fire resistance, backed by a high level of testing synonymous with other products in our fire-resistant glass range. It is available in thicknesses of 6, 8 and 10 mm.

Architects and specialist engineers frequently use fire-resistant glazing to solve aspects such as reliable fire compartments, swift and safe evacuation together with clear organisation and visibility in the escape routes. Essential applications here include fire-resistant refuge areas and partitions with high level fire-resistant properties.

The Pilkington Pyrostop® Range is a family of clear, laminated fully insulating fire- and impact-resistant glass that offers the highest levels of fire protection.

There is a wide range of tested systems approved by the national building authorities for corresponding use to solve the three functional challenges faced when having to create fire compartments, safeguarding escape routes and preventing flash-over in the facade and roof.