E 30 – EI 120
Fire-Resistant Glass
Integrity and insulating fire glass supplied and fitted into tested frames.
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Hampshire · GU11
Insulated Fire Glass (EI) in Farnborough, Hampshire
Looking for insulated fire glass in Farnborough? We survey, supply and install tested fire-rated glazing for healthcare buildings, blocks of flats and other buildings in and around Farnborough, including the GU11 postcode district.
EI 30 – EI 120GU11England
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Insulated Fire Glass (EI) in Farnborough: what's included
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
- Impact-classified insulating glass
- Internal and external-grade build-ups
- EI 30, EI 60, EI 90 and EI 120 glass
What you can expect in Farnborough
Fixed written quotes
After survey you get a fixed written quote for the agreed scope, so Farnborough budgets are not open-ended.
Rated systems, not just rated glass
Every quote in Farnborough identifies the tested system: frame, glass, beads, seals and fixings, within its pane-size limits.
Evidence you can file
You receive the classification references, glass marks and installation photographs for your fire safety records.
Key checks for Farnborough projects
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.
How it works
When heated, the interlayers turn opaque and expand, forming an insulating shield. After a fire the glass will need replacing.
Optical quality
Modern EI glass is clear in normal use, with high light transmission at lower ratings.
Farnborough coverage and nearby towns
Our Hampshire coverage takes in Farnborough (GU11, GU14, GU16, GU17, GU12, GU15) and the neighbouring towns of Camberley, Aldershot, Fleet. Southampton, around 63 km from Farnborough, is the largest town in the same coverage area.
Fire glazing rules in England
England Which rules apply?
Building work in England is covered by the Building Regulations 2010, with fire safety guidance in Approved Document B and impact safety guidance for glazing in Approved Document K.
Once a building is in use, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to maintain fire safety measures, including fire-resisting glazing. The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 add duties for multi-occupied residential buildings, including fire door checks in buildings over 11 metres.
In higher-risk buildings, broadly 18 metres or seven storeys with two or more homes, the Building Safety Regulator is the building control authority. England is also phasing out BS 476 references from Approved Document B, with the remaining fire-resistance references due to go in September 2029.
Sectors we cover in Farnborough
Sector guides below cover healthcare buildings, blocks of flats and other buildings in Farnborough.
Questions about insulated fire glass in Farnborough
Can EI glass be used outside?
Only products approved for external use, usually in a sealed unit with UV protection.
Does EI glass need replacing after a fire?
Yes. Once the interlayers have reacted, the glass has done its job and must be replaced.
Do you work on occupied buildings in Farnborough?
Yes. We plan phasing, out-of-hours work and temporary protection so the building can stay in use where the fire strategy allows.
How quickly can you survey in Farnborough?
Survey timing in Farnborough depends on access, the size of the building and how urgent the defect is. Tell us your deadline when you enquire and we will confirm a date before you commit.
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From enquiry to handover in Farnborough
Tell us what you have
Send drawings, a fire risk assessment action or photos of the glass marks.
Measure and check
We measure each opening in Farnborough and check what the existing frames can accept.
Quote and evidence
Your quote lists each item with its classification and the evidence it relies on.
Complete and document
Work is completed to the manufacturer's details and documented for your records.