Innovation Magazine Winter 2023 | Page 34

FIRESTOP INNOVATION LENDING TO HEALTH , SAFETY AND SUSTAINBILITY

The leading cause of death in a fire is not from the fire itself , but from smoke inhalation of th by fire — more than half of these deaths occur away from the fire ’ s origin . Fire protection sy and contain damage to a building during a fire , and are required by code to help ensure sa and protect the property .

Passive fire protection systems are designed to impede the spread of flames , smoke and hazardous gases in a fire by helpi and floors caused by penetrations from pipes , cables and joints in fire-rated areas .
FIRESTOPPING BEYOND LIFE SAFETY
Helping to protect lives and preserve property are the main benefits of firestop . But beyond what you already know about the importance of firestopping in buildings , the very nature of air leakage control has secondary benefits from a health , safety and sustainability perspective .
THE HILTI DIFFERENCE
Equipped with over 30 years of experience in providing internationally approved and tested firestop systems , premium software and support , Hilti is the firestop expert . We work directly with customers like you to learn about the challenges you face and work to products to help simplify your projects and
From fire , smoke and sound management versatile solutions that help fit the needs o range of innovative firestop products that a inspect , our goal is to continue to deliver safer , more efficient products and technology that help to protect lives and preserve F property .