E 30 – EI 120
Fire-Resistant Glass
Integrity and insulating fire glass supplied and fitted into tested frames.
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County Antrim · BT36
Insulated Fire Glass (EI) across Newtownabbey
For Newtownabbey buildings, we supply, replace and check insulated fire glass wherever the fire strategy depends on it, working to the tested system rather than the glass alone.
EI 30 – EI 120BT36Northern Ireland
Quote for Newtownabbey
Tell us what you need. We reply with next steps and a guide price.
What our insulated fire glass service includes in Newtownabbey
Insulated fire glass, classified EI, is glazing that maintains integrity and keeps the temperature rise on the non-fire side within set limits for the rated time. It is usually made of several glass panes bonded with interlayers that foam into an insulating barrier when heated, or with a clear gel that absorbs heat.
- Handling and installation of heavy panes
- EI 30, EI 60, EI 90 and EI 120 glass
- Insulating glass in sealed double-glazed units
- Impact-classified insulating glass
Areas we cover around Newtownabbey
Our County Antrim coverage takes in Newtownabbey (BT36, BT37) and the neighbouring towns of Belfast, Carrickfergus, Bangor. Belfast, around 7 km from Newtownabbey, is the largest town in the same coverage area.
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What to check before ordering insulated fire glass in Newtownabbey
The temperature rule
EI testing limits the average temperature rise on the unexposed face to 140°C and any single point to 180°C, which is why people can pass it.
Thickness and weight
Each step up in rating adds layers, so EI 120 is far thicker and heavier than EI 30. The frame has to be designed for it.
Exterior positions
Some EI products are internal only. External use needs a product and edge seal approved for UV and weather.
Northern Ireland regulations that shape the job
Northern Ireland Which rules apply?
In Northern Ireland, building work follows the Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012, with fire safety guidance in Technical Booklet E, approved by the district council's building control.
Once in use, the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 require the appropriate person to maintain fire safety measures, including fire-resisting glazing.
What you can expect in Newtownabbey
Fixed written quotes
After survey you get a fixed written quote for the agreed scope, so Newtownabbey budgets are not open-ended.
Work around occupied buildings
We can phase work in Newtownabbey around residents, staff or pupils, with out-of-hours options.
Northern Ireland rules applied
Designs follow the building and fire safety rules that apply in Northern Ireland, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Building types we cover in Newtownabbey
Insulated fire glass applies to many building types in Newtownabbey, including public buildings and industrial units.
FAQs for Newtownabbey
Is EI glass clear?
Yes, in normal conditions. It turns opaque only when heated in a fire.
What does EI 60 mean?
The glazing system kept fire on one side (integrity) and limited the temperature rise on the other side (insulation) for at least 60 minutes in a standard fire test.
Do you work on occupied buildings in Newtownabbey?
Yes. We plan phasing, out-of-hours work and temporary protection so the building can stay in use where the fire strategy allows.
Do you carry out insulated fire glass in Newtownabbey?
Yes. We survey and install in Newtownabbey and across County Antrim, including the BT36 district and nearby Belfast.
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How a Newtownabbey job runs
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Site visit
A survey in Newtownabbey confirms sizes, access, existing evidence and fixing conditions.
Written quote
You receive a written quote naming the tested system and classification.
Complete and document
Work is completed to the manufacturer's details and documented for your records.