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Fire Rated Windows

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Fire Rated Windows in Ottawa

Ottawa Fire Safety proudly supplies and installs Fire Rated Windows as they are great alternatives to other fire rated closures such as residential fire shutters and commercial fire shutters.

They can be found in:

- Fire separation walls

- Exits and evacuation routes

- Windows in fire rated doors

-Critical Occupancies or High-Risk Areas

​​​​​​​​What is a fire rated window?​​

A fire rated window is a type of fire-rated closure specifically designed to withstand the effects of fire for a specified period, preventing the spread of flames, heat, and smoke through the window.

 

These windows are constructed using special materials, such as fire-resistant glass, frames, and seals, to maintain the structural integrity of fire barriers and compartmentalize the spread of fire within a building. 

 

They can come as fixed windows or openable windows. ​They are ideal in situations where aesthetics are highly prioritized.

Fire-Resistant Glass

The glass in fire-rated windows is typically made of materials like tempered glass, laminated glass, or intumescent glass, which are treated to resist high temperatures and prevent cracking or shattering during a fire.

 

They can also be equipped with Georgian wire glass to adhere to Fire Codes.

ULC Fire Resistance

The entire assembly is engineered to withstand fire for a specified duration (such as 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes) and are certified by ULC (Underwriters Laboratories of Canada).

 

Fire-Resistant Frames and Seals

These products use metal or other fire-resistant materials for their frames. These frames help support the glass and ensure that the window functions as a barrier to fire.

The seals around the edges of the window prevent the passage of smoke and hot gases.

Auto-closures

Openable fire rated windows come equipped with automatic closers  devices, such as heat-activated fusible links. They are standard on all operable windows.

 

The fusible link closers can be found on sliding windows as well as casement windows.​ Fire alarm triggered closers can also be provided.

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