Fire stopping support from Walraven Checklist for sealing pipe penetrations Pipework that penetrates fire compartment walls or floors must be adequately sealed to prevent the spread of smoke and fire. Not all pipes are the same, and therefore, there are a range of different firestops on the market to deal with different pipe requirements. Some of the things to consider when sealing pipe penetrations include: Pipe material and diameter Wall or floor penetration Thickness of the wall / floor Fire rating required Download our fire stopping checklist which gives 15 things to consider when looking for fire stopping solutions for M&E services. walraven.com/en/fire-stopping-checklist 46walraven.com April 2023 www.cibsejournal.com