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Fire rating requirements for external wall insulation materials
2024-08-01

Exterior wall insulation material: Fire rated "firewall"


With the rapid development of the construction industry, external wall insulation materials have become an indispensable part of modern architecture. While pursuing energy conservation and environmental protection, fire safety cannot be ignored. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the fire rating requirements for exterior wall insulation materials.


China has clear regulations on the fire rating of building exterior wall insulation materials, mainly including Class A (non combustible materials), Class B1 (flame retardant materials), Class B2 (combustible materials), and Class B3 (flammable materials). Among them, A-grade materials refer to non combustible materials such as rock wool, glass wool, etc., which have the best fire resistance performance.


When choosing external wall insulation materials, full consideration should be given to the type of building and the usage environment. For example, for densely populated areas such as high-rise buildings and commercial complexes, priority should be given to using A-grade or B1 grade insulation materials with higher fire ratings to ensure personnel safety.


In addition, strict adherence to fire prevention regulations and effective fire prevention measures should be taken during the construction process. Such as using fire barriers, setting fire doors, etc. to prevent the spread of fire.


In short, the fire rating requirements for exterior wall insulation materials are an important part of ensuring building safety. During the selection and construction process, relevant regulations should be strictly followed to ensure that the fire performance of the building meets the expected standards. Only in this way can we put a 'firewall' on buildings and safeguard people's lives and property safety. Meanwhile, with the continuous advancement of technology, the fire resistance of exterior wall insulation materials will be further improved in the future, bringing more possibilities for the development of the construction industry.