Firestop products by Abesco Fire

Firestop products by Abesco Fire

  Firestop products by Abesco Fire!     Firestop products to maintain fire and smoke compartments are on most commercial and multi-family construction sites. Yet there is so much confusion… We are here to educate and guide you through the technical and customer support process of choosing […]

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Fire Stop Caulking Red Firestop Caulk

Fire Stop Caulking Red Firestop Caulk

White Firestop Caulking or Red Firestop Caulking? Our CP310 Intumescent caulks are available in two colors, White and Red.  UL tested systems up to 2 hours! White Abesco Fire CP310 FR Acrylic Intumescent Caulk is suitable for use in any buildings which have electrical cables, metallic pipes, […]

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Firestop Caulk Sealant Abesco

Firestop Caulk Sealant Abesco

Firestop Caulks can also be called Firestop Sealants, or Firestop Mastic, it just depends on what part of the world you are in. Our UK office www.abesco.net uses the term firestop mastic.  We use caulks and sometimes sealants in the United States.  It’s all the same, just […]

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Fire Stop Sealants / Caulks vs. Pass-Through Devices

Fire Stop Sealants / Caulks vs. Pass-Through Devices

Sealants / Caulks how do they compare with the new Pass-Through Devices? Sealants/Caulks have been the mainstay in the firestopping industry for many years and are an economical way to  provide a safe secure fire stop. The down side is that they are made to cure to […]

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White Firestop Caulking Sealant

White Firestop Caulking Sealant

Looking for White Fire Stop Caulking or Red Fire stop Caulking? Our CP310 Intumescent caulks are the same just available in two colors, White and Red. White Abesco Fire CP310 FR Acrylic Intumescent Caulk is suitable for use in any buildings which have electrical cables, metallic pipes, […]

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Firestop Design Principles

Firestop Design Principles

Good firestop design principles should include the following ideas:   •  All openings should be provided with a firestop that maintains the required integrity (fire rating) and/or insulation (t) of the fire wall or floor. •  Insulation (temperature ratings) should be provided when combustible materials are located […]

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