A significant shift is underway in fire safety regulations as the passive fire protection industry transitions from the long-standing British Standard BS 476:22 for resistance to fire, to the European classification system, EN 13501-2. This move, to be implemented in Approved Document B in September 2029, is driven by the cultural and regulatory transformation demanded by the Hackitt Review following the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

For fire door and glazing system manufacturers, navigating this major change requires fire-resistant glass solutions that are robust, reliable and consistent. AGC's Pyrobelite and Pyrobel fire-resistant glass is an ideal solution. This laminated safety glass features clear intumescent interlayers that, when exposed to fire, form a protective fire-insulating shield including solutions for E/EW30 and E/EW60, ideal for fire door glazing. 

AGC’s expertise in glass and fire testing to EN standards means we’re ready to help you to navigate the future with clarity and confidence.