The FIREFLY® Phoenix Horizontal Fire Barrier is a lightweight, flexible fire-rated smoke and flame barrier, designed specifically for horizontal installation. It provides 60 minutes of integrity-only fire resistance, tested in accordance with BS 476 Parts 20 & 22:1987, and is independently certified by IFCC/Kiwa (Certificate No. IFCC 1418).
Engineered from woven glass fibre with a proprietary high-temperature resistant coating, this barrier is ideal for creating horizontal fire compartments—particularly around mezzanine floors and within roof voids in industrial, warehousing, food processing, and data centre environments.
Key Features:
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Provides 60 minutes integrity-only fire resistance
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Certified to BS 476 Parts 20/22 and IFCC 1418
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Horizontal use only – for vertical systems, see FIREFLY® Phoenix Vertical
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Self-extinguishing fabric, Class “A” rating (BS 5438 / BS 6249)
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Flexible, lightweight and installer-friendly – ideal for complex layouts
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Tested for penetrations and services without compromising performance
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Works with full suite of FIREFLY® accessories for a complete, tested system
Typical Applications:
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Horizontal barriers around mezzanines
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Roof void compartmentation
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Combined use with Phoenix Vertical for comprehensive fire zoning
Technical Specifications:
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Material: Multi-layered woven glass fabric with fire-resistant coating
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Thickness: 0.34mm nominal
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Weight: 440g/m²
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Roll Width: 1.3 metres
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Roll Lengths: 10m or 25m
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Roll Area: 13m² or 32.5m²
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Appearance: Various colours (based on layer structure)
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Flammability: Self-extinguishing, Class “A” pass
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Thermal Stability: Glass fibre >800°C, Aluminium foil >660°C
Compliance & Certification:
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IFCC Certificate No. IFCC 1418 (valid to Dec 2028)
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Fields of Application include ceiling systems, penetrations, and service routes
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No insulation rating – integrity only
Installation Notes:
Phoenix Horizontal must be installed according to the FIREFLY® Installation Guide. For complex layouts, product drawings 017 & 018 should be referenced. Always use FIREFLY® approved fixings and sealants for full compliance.