Fire Protection and MEP Installation Solutions

Firestopping seals penetrations through fire-rated walls and floors to maintain the barrier rating after pipes, cables, or ducts pass through. Building codes require firestopping wherever penetrations compromise fire compartmentation. Without proper firestopping, fire and smoke spread through openings that firefighters expect to contain fire. Hilti CFS systems restore fire ratings with tested, approved assemblies that satisfy code requirements and inspection authorities.

Selection depends on the penetration type, barrier construction, and required rating. CFS-CT board works for multiple cable penetrations. CFS-SL sleeves handle individual pipe transits. CFS-IS sealant addresses irregular gaps and joints. CFS-CID cast-in devices simplify new construction by placing sleeves before concrete pour. Hilti provides selection guides matching products to applications, or our team can help identify appropriate solutions for your specific penetrations.

Hilti has tested firestop configurations continuously for over 30 years, building the industry most comprehensive approval database. Products are tested together - the sealant, the board, the sleeve, the fill material - in specific configurations documented in approval listings. This systematic testing means installers can match their penetration to tested assemblies rather than hoping generic products perform. The documentation supports permit applications and inspections.

MQ channels are light-to-medium duty strut channels with serrated slots that accept various brackets, fittings, and accessories without welding or drilling. MIQ channels handle heavy-duty applications with higher load capacity. Both systems use standardized connections that speed installation compared to fabricating custom supports. Engineering data documents load capacities, enabling designed support systems rather than over-built guesswork. The modular approach creates organized routing that simplifies future maintenance.

Direct fastening systems like Hilti GX 3 (gas-powered) and BX 3 (battery-powered) drive specially designed fasteners directly into concrete or steel without pre-drilling. This dramatically speeds installation for repetitive attachments like track, clips, and hangers. The fasteners provide documented pull-out and shear values for engineering purposes. For high-volume fastening work, direct fastening reduces installation time by 50% or more compared to drilling and anchoring.

PROFIS Installation software automates support system design, generating layouts with proper spacing, bracing, and load distribution. Engineers input routing requirements and the software specifies channel sizes, bracket types, and anchor requirements. Output includes material lists and installation drawings. For complex MEP coordination, this design automation ensures systems meet loading requirements while minimizing over-specification that wastes materials.

Hilti firestop products carry approvals under international standards including UL (United States), FM (Factory Mutual), EN (European Norm), and BS (British Standard) test protocols. These tests expose assemblies to standardized fire conditions while measuring temperature transmission and integrity. Products achieving ratings like EI 120 maintain integrity and insulation for 120 minutes. Regional building codes specify which test standards and ratings apply to your jurisdiction.

We maintain inventory of popular Hilti firestop products, MQ support channels, and direct fastening systems for immediate availability across the UAE. Our stock covers common penetration sizes and support configurations. For project-specific requirements or large quantities, we coordinate supply from Hilti distribution to meet your schedule. Our team helps specify appropriate products for your applications in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.