The World is changing, and the consumer market is becoming more aware and more intelligent. Builders and architects design and construct buildings while keeping in mind safety and natural disasters. Many professional aluminium composite panel manufacturers in India have the option of FRP. Thus, fire safety becomes a critical aspect of building design and construction, and understanding the fire safety properties of aluminium composite panels manufactured in India is essential. Today, we bring you the basics of Fire-Resistant panels or FRP.
Let us Begin with Understanding what Fire-Resistant ACP's are:
- Multi-storeyed and sky-rise buildings have been shaping the skylines of the cities for more than a decade now. Business parks and big official complexes have been thriving on the outskirts of metropolitan cities. This, in turn, has increased the use of facade elevation, which not only looks good but also comes with many benefits.
- Aluminium composite panels are favoured by every architect and builder for the various benefits they bring. They are lightweight, easy to maintain, last long, add exterior beauty to any structure, can be moulded and shaped, and they can also be made fire-retardant. FRPs prevent the fire from spreading, keeping the people inside safe.
- The basic difference between a normal ACP and a fire-resistant ACP sheet is the core made of a mineral filled materials like calcium hydroxide, aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and the thickness of the sheet.
How Beneficial is a Fire-Rated ACP Sheet?
Let us understand what FRPs can do for us:
- The minerals used to make the core are known for their fire-retardant properties that can prevent the spread of flames and thus reduce smoke.
- They are manufactured under strict fire safety standards and also come with a certificate thus giving you the peace of mind for safety.
- They provide you with an added layer of safety.
- Some may also have insulation core material manufactured specifically to meet the safety requirements.
- Along with being safe these panels have the benefits of the basic aluminium composite sheets as well. They are malleable and aesthetically good-looking.
What about Building Codes and Regulations?
Architects and builders are well aware of the compliance with building codes and regulations along with the standards for fire safety in the buildings. Aluminium composite panel manufacturers of India ensure that their products are manufactured keeping in mind the compliance requirements.
It can Involve:
- Specific fire-rating conditions.
- Using fire-retardant core materials.
- Integrating fire safety measures into building design and structure.
You may have this Question in Mind: How can Exterior FRPs help if the Fire Starts Indoors?
This question could baffle anyone looking into fire-rated panels for the exterior of buildings and structures. Well, if the intensity of the fire indoors increases leading to a flashover, the fire will definitely come out of the building and then start spreading to other floors which ends up making the situation worse.
An exterior facade that may not be fire-retardant could ignite because of a fire on a nearby building due to radiation effects. If the facade is a combustible material then it will also contribute to the spreading of the fire to other parts and floors of the building. Secondly , a non FRP facade may also end up producing more poisonous smoke that may end up injuring lives more than the actual fire.
How E3 ACP’s Fire-Rated Panels help you build a Safe Structure?
E3 ACP has been a leading manufacturer of aluminium composite panels for more than a decade now. Working on varied projects throughout India they are leaders when it comes to ACP solutions for building cladding purposes. Coming to fire retardant panels, they manufacture FRPs to keep your buildings safe from fire related accidents.
Modern structures need modern methods and solutions for building safety and for the safety of people. Aluminium composite panels are greatly popular for their durability, lightweight, malleability, easy maintenance and aesthetics. Fire-retardant solutions help you take precautions, prevent and save lives from the risks of fire. And as they say “prevention is better than cure,” let’s stay and keep others safe. Trust only the best fire-retardant ACP manufacturers of India to provide you with safe solutions.