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What is fire compartmentation? – Construction Management
Image: Richardjohnsonuk | Dreamstime.com Passive fire protection relies on the effective compartmentation of a building. It is made up of fire doors, walls, and floors, and works alongside active systems such as sprinklers and fire alarms. Elements of the compartmentation, like the service penetration seals, are hidden within the building’s makeup, often making them the ‘unsung heroes’ of…