E 30 – EI 120
Fire-Resistant Glass
Integrity and insulating fire glass supplied and fitted into tested frames.
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Gwent · NP4
Pontypool insulated fire glass
From the NP4 district outwards, we arrange insulated fire glass for buildings across Pontypool, matching glass, frames and seals to tested evidence rather than guesswork.
EI 30 – EI 120NP4Wales
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What our insulated fire glass service includes in Pontypool
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.
- Insulating glass in sealed double-glazed units
- Impact-classified insulating glass
- Matched glazing systems and seals
- Internal and external-grade build-ups
What to check before ordering insulated fire glass in Pontypool
Optical quality
Modern EI glass is clear in normal use, with high light transmission at lower ratings.
Storage on site
Insulating fire glass should be stored dry, upright and away from direct sun before fitting.
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.
Which rules apply to insulated fire glass in Pontypool?
Wales Which rules apply?
Building regulations are devolved in Wales, so fire safety design follows the Welsh Ministers' version of Approved Document B rather than the English one, alongside impact safety guidance for glazing.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies in Wales, so the responsible person must maintain fire-resisting glazing as part of the premises' fire safety measures. The Fire Safety Act 2021 confirmed this extends to the structure, external walls and flat entrance doors of multi-occupied residential buildings.
Pontypool coverage and nearby towns
Coverage around Pontypool includes the NP4 districts and nearby Cwmbran, Risca, Newport. Pontypool lies roughly 13 km from Newport, within our Gwent coverage.
What you can expect in Pontypool
Wales rules applied
Designs follow the building and fire safety rules that apply in Wales, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Evidence you can file
You receive the classification references, glass marks and installation photographs for your fire safety records.
Work around occupied buildings
We can phase work in Pontypool around residents, staff or pupils, with out-of-hours options.
Pontypool building types
Sector guides below cover hotels, schools and colleges and other buildings in Pontypool.
Insulated Fire Glass (EI): Pontypool questions
Why is insulated fire glass so much more expensive?
It is a multi-layer product with specialist interlayers, and the frame and installation must suit its weight.
Does EI glass need replacing after a fire?
Yes. Once the interlayers have reacted, the glass has done its job and must be replaced.
Which rules apply to fire-rated glazing in Pontypool?
Pontypool is in Wales, where the Welsh Approved Document B applies to building work and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 covers occupied premises.
Do you work on occupied buildings in Pontypool?
Yes. We plan phasing, out-of-hours work and temporary protection so the building can stay in use where the fire strategy allows.
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E and EW glass where flames and hot gases must be stopped.
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Glazed screens and doors on protected stairs, lobbies and corridors.
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Frameless Fire-Rated Glazing
Butt-jointed fire glass walls with minimal frames.
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What happens next
Share the details
Send the fire strategy extract, inspection report or a few photos of the openings.
Measure and check
We measure each opening in Pontypool and check what the existing frames can accept.
Written quote
You receive a written quote naming the tested system and classification.
Fit and record
We install, photograph seals and fixings before closing up, and hand over the schedule.