Construction product manufacturer ROCKWOOL has announced the first products to launch from its new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, Birmingham. Renowned for its Euroclass A1 non-combustible stone wool insulation, the company has used its deep fire…
ROCKWOOL builds fire safety expertise with investment in global fire-stopping centre of excellence
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has launched a new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, on the outskirts of Birmingham, where it will manufacture a new best-in-class range of products. Already well-known for its Euroclass A1 non-combustible stone wool…
ROCKWOOL releases Technical Bulletin on the durability of its stone wool insulation
The bulletin outlines research summarising that ROCKWOOL® stone wool insulation can retain its thermal properties for more than 65 years in external wall systems. Recognising the importance of insulation’s long-term thermal performance in the energy efficiency of buildings, insulation manufacturer…
ROCKWOOL® launches Fire Barrier EN
Preventing fire spread and inhibiting the passage of smoke in concealed spaces To help designers and specifiers improve building fire safety, stone wool insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL® has launched a new fire barrier product that is tested in accordance with the…
ROCKWOOL® develops CPD to promote fire safety of multifunctional roofs
CPD helps to deal with fire risks for flat roofs utilised for additional social and practical applications ROCKWOOL, the UK’s leading stone wool insulation manufacturer, has launched a new CPD (Continuing Professional Development) module to help roofing contractors and specifiers…
ROCKWOOL® supports construction professionals with new e-learning platform
ROCKWOOL Learning simplifies CPD access and tracks personal progression Stone wool insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL has expanded its technical and specification support with the launch of ROCKWOOL Learning, a new e-learning platform that makes it easier for construction professionals to access…
ROCKWOOL set to showcase its latest fire protection solutions at FIREX 2023
ROCKWOOL®, one of the UK’s leading insulation manufacturers, will be showcasing its latest fire protection solutions at this year’s FIREX (16th to 18th May). On stand FI. 1640, the company will be launching a new product, SP FireStop EN, and…
ROCKWOOL appoints Nick Wilson as new UK Managing Director
ROCKWOOL has welcomed Nick Wilson as Managing Director to lead the insulation manufacturer across the UK and Irish markets. Wilson brings over 20 years of experience across the industrial, appliance and heating sectors, having held senior positions across commercial, marketing…
ROCKWOOL releases technical bulletin providing compliance guidance for insulated upstand boards
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has released a technical bulletin to provide guidance to specifiers, architects and contractors on the use of bonded construction materials, such as insulated upstand boards, and the finished product’s subsequent Euroclass reaction-to-fire rating. Following the Grenfell disaster,…
ROCKWOOL enhances FIREPRO range with more versatile fire-resistant sealant
Insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL has added to its FIREPRO range of specialist fire-protection products with Silicone X. The new ‘Type X’ silicone sealant is suitable for linear joint seals in walls and floors and for external and internal applications across a…
ROCKWOOL launches interactive Fire Stopping Standard Details Guide
ROCKWOOL has released a significant update to its Fire Stopping Standard Details Guide, the specifier’s go-to resource for the performance parameters of ROCKWOOL passive firestopping product solutions according to certified installations and applications. The guide has been re-launched in an…
ROCKWOOL – Supports specifiers with firestopping updates and innovations
Supporting the creation of buildings which are as safe as they are functional and comfortable, ROCKWOOL has continued investing in product development and delivered a series of updates to its firestopping range, which make it easier for fire protection stakeholders…
New ROCKWOOL Red Book released
A 2021 version of the ROCKWOOL Red Book has now been released, capturing a series of key technical updates to ensure that this interactive guide to stone wool insulation will continue to save specifiers’ time and make it simple to…
ROCKWOOL expands CPD programme with on-demand modules
Responding to the growing trend towards self-directed professional development opportunities, ROCKWOOL has enhanced its CPD programme with the addition of on-demand modules at www.rockwool.com/uk/on-demand/. The new option makes professional development more accessible than ever by giving users the opportunity to…
New ROCKWOOL solution simplifies rainscreen firestopping
Responding to the market’s need for simplified specification of firestopping solutions in rainscreen systems, ROCKWOOL has streamlined its range of open state cavity barriers (SP Firestop OSCB) to provide a two-hour performance rating for both 25mm and 44mm open cavities.…
ROCKWOOL® supports contractors in managing flat roof fire risks
New whitepaper explores how to improve fire performance in the fifth façade With roofs maintaining their prominent role in contemporary building design, ROCKWOOL has released a new whitepaper exploring how roofing contractors and specifiers can manage fire risk when planning…
ROCKWOOL launch New DUCTWORK insulation
DUCTROCK – Versatile, fire protection insulation for ventilation and smoke extraction ducts ROCKWOOL, the world’s largest producer of non-combustible stone wool insulation, introduces a fire-resistant insulation, specifically designed to meet the latest, rigorous EN fire resistance standards in a varied range of ductwork applications.…
ROCKWOOL Unveils New Product At Firex International 2018
ROCKWOOL is pleased to announce that as the world’s largest producer of non-combustible stone wool insulation, it will be unveiling its new FirePro® DuctRock® system at Firex International 2018 at ExCeL London between 19th – 21st June. Visitors to the ROCKWOOL stand…
The Rockwool UK Story – Leading Manufacturers of Stone Wool Insulation for Fire Protection
ROCKWOOL® is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of stone wool insulation and one of the UK’s most respected brands of insulation for fire protection and firestopping applications. The company makes and supplies a full range of smart and sustainable…