Fire-rated windows (facade, indoor)

The primary goal of fire-rated and smoke-rated openings is to protect lives, and their design, selection, application, and maintenance come with great responsibility. Therefore, fire-rated and smoke-rated openings, as well as their manufacturing, must meet a number of standards and legal requirements, and proof of compliance must be provided. Alongside these requirements, aesthetic and practical considerations can be taken into account.

Coolfire Ltd.’s expertise, product suitability, and reliability are supported by:

Being pioneers in introducing aluminum-framed glazed fire-rated and smoke-rated openings in Hungary.
Over 15 years of market experience.
The successful application and maintenance of fire-rated openings in numerous buildings, ensuring durability and trouble-free usage.

The Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 fire-rated aluminum-profile glazed windows, both operable and fixed, are part of a certified product line manufactured by Coolfire. In addition to their fire and/or smoke-resistance capabilities, the operable windows meet the performance standards specified in the harmonized MSZ EN 14351-1 and non-harmonized MSZ EN 14351-2 product standards. Fixed windows meet the same stringent requirements as fire-rated glass walls, allowing for use in both façades and interior spaces.

The verified dimensional range provides flexibility for various application solutions.

COOLFIRE – Ponzio PE78 EI Fire-rated Window

Façade Application - CE Marking /OPERABLE WINDOWS/

MSZ EN 16034 – Entrance doors, industrial, commercial, garage doors and operable windows) Product standard, certification of performance consistency, fire-resistance, and/or smoke-control characteristics with a Declaration of Performance that verifies the properties and performance of the installed fire-rated openings.

Basis:

MSZ EN 14351-1 Harmonized standard for entrance doors, operable windows, garage doors, and characteristics for fire- and smoke-control performance
MSZ EN 13501-2:2016-07 classification standard
FPC – Factory Production Control

(The application of fixed windows is equivalent to glass walls.)

MSZ 9333 National requirement standard specifies performance for wind resistance, water tightness, air tightness, with Class 5 for exterior and Class 4 for interior.

APPROVALS FOR FAÇADE:

Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 EI operable window:
Performance EI30, EI60, S₂₀₀ CE:
Performance EI90, S₂₀₀ CE:
Application for emergency exit routes

Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 EI fixed window, glass wall:
Performance EI30, EI60, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: HU21 BDP6 002
Performance EI90, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: HU22 ORQZ 001

Coolfire – Sapa 74 EI fixed window, glass wall:
Performance EI30, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A139/2018
Performance EI60, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A138/2018
Performance EI90, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A11/2018

Interior Application - NMÉ Marking Façade - /FIXED WINDOWS, GLASS WALLS/ - NMÉ Marking

Non-load-bearing fire-rated fixed windows/glass walls and interior operable windows have their performance consistency certified by the National Technical Assessment (NMÉ), based on which a Declaration of Performance can be issued:

Basis:

MSZ EN 15254-4:2019 Extended application of fire resistance test results, non-load-bearing glazed structures (fixed windows)
MSZ EN 14351-2 performance characteristics for interior doors and operable windows (operable windows)
MSZ EN 13501-2:2016-07 classification
FPC – Factory Production Control

Installed openings must be labeled with “Product Identification Plates” indicating product identification, the name of the certifying institute, NMÉ, and the FPC – TÁT serial number.

APPROVALS FOR INTERIOR USE:

Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 EI operable and fixed window, glass wall:
Performance EI30, EI60, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: HU21 BDP6 002
Performance EI90, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: HU22 ORQZ 001

Coolfire – Sapa 74 EI operable and fixed window, glass wall:
Performance EI30, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A139/2018
Performance EI60, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A138/2018
Performance EI90, S₂₀₀ NMÉ: A11/2018

Special custom solutions, properties:

Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 Fire-Rated Windows:

Tested with multiple types of glazing, providing flexibility in terms of manufacturing time, size, and price
Instead of glass panes, aluminum sheet-covered panel inserts can be used
The panel inserts can be fitted with fire-rated ventilation grilles
The structure can be suitable for vaulted or custom-shaped facades
Available in EI30, EI60 fire resistance for circular 1.5 m diameter walls, fixed windows
Available in EI30, EI60 fire resistance for glazed walls without vertical profiles, tailored for indoor elegant environments
The EI120 fire-resistant glass wall is made from a 98 mm deep profile
The 98 mm profile is suitable for EI60 fire resistance, achieving better thermal insulation with thicker glass construction
Structures with DGU, TGU glass constructions are advanced in thermal insulation
On the facade, fire protection barriers can be replaced up to parapet height, and combined with non-fire-rated glass structures, operable/hopper windows of the same product, forming a homogeneous structure and providing bright spaces
Frame-less EI30, EI60, EI90, EI120 fire-rated glass walls are covered in a separate chapter by the Frame-less Fire-Rated Glass Wall Systems product family
The quality of factory color coatings and special wood finishes is certified by the QUALICOAT 1504 2023 DE Certification
Doors can be connected to PanzioPE78 framed, glazed walls or PF152 curtain wall systems
MEN 15804+A1:2014-04 – Possesses an environmental declaration

Application Area

On facades, for horizontal and vertical fire spread protection:

Fire protection barrier up to parapet height,
For openings in building facades with straight or angled lines, belonging to different fire zones, fixed windows, glass walls
Facade openings and glass walls of adjacent, nearby buildings
Recessed parts of facades

Indoors, to replace brick or drywall partitions in fire zones where natural light, transparency, and an elegant appearance are required

Appearance

Here is the translated content with the term “fire-rated” used instead of “fire-resistant”:

The Coolfire-Sapa74 and Coolfire-Ponzio PE78 fire-rated glass walls are custom-made by Coolfire Ltd. to the planned or actual opening dimensions. The aluminum profiles are powder-coated in RAL colors using the latest technology, creating a durable and attractive surface. Based on the test results, the permissible size range is wide, offering a variety of solutions.

Frame/Framework Profile Structure (PE78):

78 mm deep profile with a raised glass-supporting edge on the facade side, equipped with a rubber insert, with the glass structure secured from the inside using glass-retaining battens. As a result:
The thickness of the applicable glass constructions is increased, allowing for a broader selection of glass types.
Higher performance in thermal and acoustic insulation.
The maximum applicable glass construction thickness is 15-60 mm.
Elegant appearance.

The aluminum profiles vary in width and can be combined, ensuring that the structure not only meets technical requirements but also has a sleek appearance.

The system’s frame extensions ensure the elegant connection of insulation or thicker wall coverings.

In addition to powder-coated finishes, it can also be equipped with high-quality, wood-patterned custom surfaces.

The product’s technical data sheet contains detailed installation possibilities, connection details, and technical solutions.

Suitable wall structures / building construction

When selecting the receiving structures, the installation of fire-rated openings is only allowed for types specified in the permit based on measurement results.

Coolfire – Sapa74 EI and Coolfire – Ponzio PE78 EI fire-rated windows can be installed in the following structures:

Concrete/Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC)
Brick
Gypsum board wall
Type glass wall
Type curtain wall
Steel supporting structure with fire protection cladding – installation is possible with individual approval

The product’s technical data sheet includes detailed installation possibilities, connection points, and technical solutions.