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‘REAL WORLD’ Features, Advantages & Benefits
CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems, unlike many other fire resisting ductwork products on the market, do not require any special treatment, paint finishes or cladding to provide Stability & Integrity up to 240 minutes under BS 476 : Part 24 and 120 minutes Integrity under EN 1366-1 & 8 test Standards.
Here are some of the Features, their Advantages and 3 key Benefits derived from specifying and installing CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems.
Feature: Non-Coated Advantage: Swift Manufacture Benefits: Simplicity • Convenience • Economy
By negating the need for a multi-process coating operation – and not having to allow for sufficient curing time between them – means that the ability to provide quick turnaround for CASWELL FIRESAFE® ductwork orders is far more achievable than for coated systems. This simple fact enables our Manufacturing Partners around the world to react swiftly to better meet customer expectations, minimise any delays and avoid installation downtime on site; especially if any unscheduled rush orders are needed
Feature: Non-Coated Advantage: Resistance to Damage / Weathering Benefits: Durability • Aesthetics • Economy
CASWELL FIRESAFE® ductwork has no coating that could be damaged during transportation / installation or that will potentially degrade over time. Non-coated ductwork mitigates against weathering in both hot and cold climates and through the effects of precipitation – in its progressively worsening forms of mist, rain, snow and hail. Even with abrasive sandstorms, there is much less potential for CASWELL FIRESAFE® ductwork to be affected in an exposed location or in the early stages of a project’s construction, when the building envelope is not yet protected from the elements.
Fire performance relies on a product’s dependability and durability and it is critical that fire resistance is not compromised. The intrinsic properties of CASWELL FIRESAFE® help to make it a particularly cost-effective solution over the lifetime of the building
Feature: Non-Coated Advantage: Easy Maintenance Benefits: Convenience • Economy • Safety
CASWELL FIRESAFE® ductwork is easier to clean and maintain than spray coated or clad systems. It is also not susceptible to surface damage from vigorous cleaning, unlike coated or clad systems. Visual safety checks are also simple and quicker to conduct, as nothing is concealed
Feature: Non-Coated Advantage: Eco-friendly Benefits: Safety • Environmental • Economy
CASWELL FIRESAFE® was specifically designed and engineered to have inherent fire resisting properties without the need for additional processes to either etch, prime and then coat or spray with a coating. Non-coated ductwork eliminates the costs and risks of negative environmental impact related to the production, application and safe disposal of the associated process chemicals or waste product
Feature: Fire Resisting Advantage: Enhanced Protection Benefits: Safety • Performance • Economy
Using CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems can safely assist in designing-out c.50% of traditional mechanical fire dampers. This move to minimise mechanical failure risk also provides considerable savings in the total capital cost of dampers, wiring, installation labour and on-going costs in periodically testing, maintaining and, ultimately, replacing failed dampers over time
Feature: Branding Advantage: Clear Identity Benefits: Aesthetics • Prestige • Peace of Mind (Brand Equity)
Every component section of CASWELL FIRESAFE® Fire Resisting Ductwork is reassuringly branded and labelled. Access Doors are fitted within distinctive red frames and – along with our proprietary sealant products – sport the distinctive logo which makes them instantly recognisable and clearly identifiable as integral part of a quality, certified fire resisting system with full traceability. This provides welcome assurance to the whole supply chain – not to forget the ultimate Client and Building Insurers – that the level of passive fire protection specified has actually been installed
Feature: ISO 9001 Standard Advantage: Repeatable Quality Benefits: Dependability • Accuracy • Peace of Mind (Compliance)
ISO 9001 is a globally-recognised Standard for overarching quality management and demonstrates a commitment to quality. In addition, 3rd Party audited Factory Production Control ensures that repeatable manufacturing quality – in both performance and aesthetic terms – is assured
Feature: Self-finished Advantage: Matches DW144 Benefits: Aesthetics • Economy • Convenience
Galvanised CASWELL FIRESAFE® ductwork is a good match in overall finish to BESA DW144 / U.S. SMACNA Standard ductwork. It will sympathetically blend with other systems on a project (whilst also retaining its distinctive fire resisting brand identity…see ‘Branding’ feature above).
To achieve this using coated or clad ductwork would require the standard ductwork to be painted to match. This would add unnecessary extra cost, time and inconvenience to any project programme
Feature: Factory-finished Advantage: Safe / Fast Benefits: Environmental • Simplicity • Accuracy
CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems do not require any in-situ application of bonding agents or fillers – unlike clad systems – so there is no specific requirement for RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) or additional precautions over and above normal Health & Safety measures. Obviously, systems are delivered to site in many sections and these need to be connected on site. Our proprietary ancillary products – water-based sealant and inert gaskets – are easy to apply and this process is covered by clear documentation, installer training and / or site induction. Installation time and complexity is reduced and potential for on-site labour quality variances is all but eliminated
Feature: FRD Specialists Advantage: Competence Benefits: Dependability • Peace of Mind (Assurance) • Prestige
The CASWELL FIRESAFE® brand is owned and backed by FFRDL, a member of the Caswell group of companies which itself has a pedigree in Ventilation technology dating back to 1969. FFRDL are in the vanguard of Passive Fire Protection industry efforts to improve the standard of Fire Resisting Ductwork installations.
FFRDL staff members also hold prominent roles on leading ductwork industry technical committees, including the British Standards Institution and Association for Specialist Fire Protection
Feature: Testing & Compliance Advantage: 3rd Party Benefits: Performance • Accuracy • Peace of Mind (Compliance)
CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems have been successfully tested to British Standard BS 476 : Part 24 and EN 1366-1 & 8 by independent, internationally-recognised bodies. These tests are verified by an accredited 3rd Party and provide the level of transparent evidence needed to assure and create confidence throughout the entire supply chain. The Certificate of Conformity – provided following rigourous installation checks – adds yet another layer of verification and demonstrates a high-level duty of care
Feature: Technical Support Advantage: Full Transparency Benefits: Accuracy • Safety • Peace of Mind (Clarity)
FFRDL have created a 200+ page suite of guidance documents for CASWELL FIRESAFE® systems, for both BS and EN variants.
These invaluable sets include, among others, Technical Data Sheets, Technical Advisory Notes, Risk Assessments, Product Selection flowcharts, Construction Tables and Site Induction checklists.
They provide the clarity and expert insight that MEP Consultants, Contractors, associated Building Engineering Services professionals and Insurers demand…and the assurance that Clients and End Users deserve.
All are freely available via our website download portal or email
