Fire / Fire Damper / Installation (Fire Damper)

1 min read 05 July 2024

So you know the basic types of dampers. But how are they correctly installed?


NOT the sloppy, old way!


Installation especially opening sizes and careful Fire-Stopping is a craft:


  • plan / cut / allow opening for dampers carefully – there may a minimum AND maximum allowable gap (Annular Gap AG)
  • >/= 200mm separation to all other services incl. another damper
  • sealants must have correct FRL and be approved by damper manufacturers. Minimum Sealant Depth SD is critical
  • connection and breakaway joints
  • flange & perimeter angle requirements
  • access panel(s)
  • strict Installation Label Rules.

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