Discover Which of Tenmat’s Pre-Designed Passive Fire Protection Solutions and Materials Fits Your Requirements.

Adaptability is key in the ever-evolving world of construction practices. From introducing the concepts of modular (off-site) construction to building extraordinary 8 story high-rises composed of cross-laminated timber, the demand for qualified life safety solutions has skyrocketed. Whether you are trying to reinforce the integrity of fire-resistance rated ceiling/floor assemblies or fire-rate through penetration applications, it is essential to find the proper solution to ensure flames and smoke can be contained in the event of a fire outbreak. At Tenmat, we are dedicated to providing the construction industry and our communities with solutions, composed with the latest in intumescent technology and designed to meet both standard and non-standard applications. To properly select your ideal solution, check out the breakdown of Tenmat’s full range of passive fire protection solutions below!

 

The Solutions that Set the Standards – Meet the FF109-300 and FF109-350.

With the commonality of recessed can lights in multi-family complexes, lecture halls, and shopping malls, it was essential for Tenmat to design a universal solution to reinforce the integrity of a fire-resistance rated ceiling/floor assembly. Designed to meet the dimensions of a majority of recessed can lights, the FF109-300 and 350 adapts to each lighting fixture – compartmentalizing the flames, heat, and smoke of a fire. With the lightweight and flexible composition of the cover, it has the capability to have a quick and easy installation – ideal for stringent lead times and significant labor savings. To learn more about Tenmat’s original fire-rated enclosures, please visit here.

Pushing the Boundaries of Life Safety – Experience Tenmat’s FF109-X.

In facilities with individuals in critical health, such as hospitals and senior living homes, the frame of evacuation is crucial in the event of a fire. In response, Tenmat has developed the FF109X – a two-hour fire rated light cover, designed to contain flames, heat, and smoke for up to two hours. With the ability to contain the growth of a fire for up to 120 minutes, it allows for lives and properties within these facilities to have a lengthened evacuation time, and response time for emergency teams to extinguish the fire. In addition to its prolonged containment period, the FF109X is composed of a flexible, lightweight intumescent material – allowing for hassle-free installation in high functioning environments. To discover more about Tenmat’s FF109x, please click here.

Retrofit for a Perfect Fit – Presenting the FF109-200 and FF109-250.

Trending Now: LED Downlights. As the usage of LED downlights in luxury, all-inclusive resorts, and mixed-use buildings rise, it was important to Tenmat to formulate the optimal fire-rated solution for LED downlights. Designed with state-of-the-art intumescent technology, the FF109-200 and 250 has the ability to fit over the LED downlight of your choice. With the flexible nature of the enclosure, the FF109-200 and 250 have the ability to be retrofitted easily around obstacles – optimal for a mess-free lighting renovation. Explore the additional key benefits of installing the FF109 200 and FF109-250 LED Downlight Covers in your latest renovations or new construction by visiting this link.

Fight the Flames, Protect the Sound Waves – Introducing the FF109-FRSC.

With the latest trend of installing in-ceiling loudspeakers in various construction applications, from in-home cinemas to outdoor shopping centers, the demand for a fire-rated solution to protect patrons and valuable property is climbing. Designed to contain the flames for 60 minutes, Tenmat would like to introduce its fire-rated in-ceiling loudspeaker cover, the FF109-FRSC. In addition to its firestopping capabilities, the sound absorbing properties of the intumescent material offers an enhancement in acoustical performance – producing a clearer and crisper sound. From its ability to be retrofitted into a pre-existing ceiling and its sound-absorbing properties, the FF109-FRSC is the optimal solution for both audiophiles and contractors. To explore further about this solution, please click this link.

Tested and Trusted Troffers: Meet the FF130 – 2’x2’ and FF130 – 2’x4’.

Troffer luminaries are a common lighting fixture in a multitude of applications, such as office buildings and educational facilities. As a result, Tenmat has formulated two inclusive solutions designed to fit the most common of luminaire fixtures, the FF130 – 2’x2’ and FF130 – 2’x4’. Formulated with retrofitting capabilities and designed for a hassle-free, mess-free installation, Tenmat’s Fire-Rated Troffer Covers are ideal for a quick school renovation or an approaching shopping mall grand opening. The FF130 – 2’x2’ and FF130 – 2’x4’ are the only available fully UL tested products on the market – ideal for life safety and building code requirements. Check out Tenmat’s FF130 – 2’x2’ and FF130 – 2’x4’ product page and delve deeper into how you can use these solutions in your next project: click here.

Fires in Façades: Introducing Tenmat’s FF102/50 Intumescent Fire Block.

As the adaptation of practicing energy conservation grows in the construction industry, the incorporation of exterior cavities has been steadily increasing. Even though this modern construction practice has a multitude of benefits, such as moisture dissipation and air ventilation, the void acts like an open chimney in the event of a fire – allowing for flames and smoke to spread at an accelerated rate. Due to this, Tenmat has developed the FF102/50, an intumescent fire block, designed to be installed in ventilated cladding and rainscreen systems. Unlike other available solutions, the FF102/50’s structure does not disrupt the added benefits of this application, which are air circulation, moisture dissipation, and energy conservation. Unlock the full potential of the FF102/50 by visiting this link.

“Plugging” Up the Flames: Meet Tenmat’s FF160 Fire Protection Plug.

From data storage centers to high school computer labs, the grid of cables and pipes is extensive in these densely packed technological facilities. With cables, wires, and pipes running through solid floors and ceilings – it is apparent that if these openings are not properly fire stopped, a fire outbreak will be catastrophic. With the understanding of the importance of electrical infrastructure, Tenmat has developed a rapidly expanding intumescent foam plug, the FF160. With its flexible and lightweight composition, the FF160 is able to be retrofitted, as well as new construction of power and control cables, telecommunication cables, and optical fiber cables. For more information about this UL listed solution, please visit here.

Fire“Blocking” At Its Finest: Presenting Tenmat’s FF260 Fire Protection Block.

Firestopping is essential to protecting the lives and property within our communities; therefore, firestopping all openings, no matter how small, is critical. Designed in a preformed, intumescent firestop block, the FF260 is ideal for sealing penetrations with cables, cable trays, cable bundles, metal pipes, and mixed penetrations. This solution caters to applications in high-functioning environments, such as healthcare facilities and K12 schools, by offering retrofitting installation capabilities and the ability to easily remove and re-install additional elements. Visit here to learn more about how you can implement this fire-rated through-penetration solution in your next assignment.

Defending All Pathways, No Matter How Small – Discover Tenmat’s FF360 Fire Protection Foam.

For facilities housing mass amounts of wires and cables, whether it being an elementary school, multi-family structure, or multi-use complex, it is imperative to incorporate life safety within these infrastructures. With cables and other through penetration applications, irregular, small openings are common; therefore, the importance of developing a firestopping solution to meet these demands is vital. Tenmat’s FF360 Fire Protection Foam is compatible with applications including blank openings, cable trays, metal pipes, conduits, wires and mixed penetrations in solid floors and ceilings. With its sag resistant, quick curing formulation and its expansion during installation, the FF360 has the ability to be installed at a quick, effortless pace – ideal for stringent lead times for renovations and new construction projects. Delve deeper into learning more about Tenmat’s FF360 Fire Protection Sealant by visiting this link.

“Sealing” the Future with Life Safety – Featuring Tenmat’s FF365 Fire Protection Sealant.

Struggling with fire-stopping an irregular, hard-to-access, or small opening? At Tenmat, we offer the optimal solutions for these nonstandard applications – the FF365 Fire Protection Sealant. Tenmat’s Fire Protection Sealant is a one-component, gun-grade intumescent firestop sealant designed to help properly fire rate small membrane penetrations in walls and ceilings for up to 120 minutes. Additionally, the FF365 can be used by itself or paired with other Tenmat products, such as the FF260 Fire Protection Blocks and the FF160 Fire Protection Plugs. To learn about the solution, who firestops the smallest membranes, click on this link.

 

 

 

Whether you are fire-rating a through-penetration opening, ventilated cavity, or LED downlight, Tenmat has formulated a pre-designed solution to meet stringent lead times and life safety requirements. If none of the previously mentioned solutions meet your application’s requirements, Tenmat possesses the manufacturing capabilities to work one-on-one to develop the optimal fire-rated solution with your application. If you are interested in working with our onsite R&D team or have any further questions about our pre-set products, please speak to one of our specialists at +1-800-821-3436, or email us at info@tenmatusa.com.