Design of Active and Passive Fire Resistant Systems

Active and passive fire protection systems work together to control the spread of a fire and maintain the integrity of the structure. LMCI's experienced fire protection team knows where to start and what will work for your design and your budget, whether a new construction project or building upgrade.

Passive Fire Protection (PFP)

Passive Fire Protection attempts to contain fires or slow their spread, to the standard expected by building codes. A PFP system is an integral part of the building layout and construction materials, covering these key areas:

• walls and floors that contain or limit the spread of fire
• door, window and stairway systems that maintain fire barriers but allow rapid evacuation
• materials that limit penetration of fire and smoke through fire barriers
• structural elements that resist catastrophic failure due to fire

LMCI can suggest the most effective design using appropriately rated materials to minimize fire damage and spread.

Active Fire Protection (AFP)

Active fire protection systems need to respond effectively and appropriately to a fire. They require activation through a combination of detectors or mechanical means and may consist of fire alarms and notification systems, sprinklers, standpipes, water supplies, and smoke management systems. LMCI advisors can guide your decisions on AFP systems:

• detection systems such as alarms to enable immediate evacuation and notify fire services
• suppression systems such as sprinklers and extinguishers reduce damage to buildings and contents

These systems help reduce the growth of a fire, thereby increasing life safety and limiting structural damage.

Complete fire safety planning

We can help you make the best fire safety choices for active and passive protection that will meet code requirements and deliver piece of mind to your building owners and users.