Specialising in the manufacture and installation of passive fire safety systems
Specialising in Passive Fire Safety
Imperial Fire Solutions (IFS) is the in-house technical and R&D division of Imperial Ductwork Services Ltd (IDSL), specialising in passive fire safety. At the core of IFS is a team of industry experts with over 75 years of experience in the supply, manufacture and installation of fire resistant ductwork systems and fire resistant service enclosures, as well as how these safety-critical systems should be integrated with the built environment.
In addition, our extensive knowledge of associated components such as fire dampers, fire & smoke dampers, and smoke control dampers means that whatever your passive fire safety needs might be, your project is in the very safest hands with us.
Our Services
Manufacturing
The skill of our experienced engineers along with continued investment in cutting-edge machinery enables us to maintain the highest quality products that are reliable, fit for purpose, and fully compliant with the current BS EN standards and regulations.
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Installation
Holding LPS 1531 for fire resistant ductwork systems and dampers, as well as FIRAS for fire resistant ductwork systems and service enclosures, our clients can rest assured that any installation we undertake is safe, fully compliant, and of the highest quality.
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Technical
With over 75 years’ combined experience, and holding IFE Level 3 and 2 Certificates in passive fire protection, our technical department is happy to assist with any issues relating to fire resistant ductwork, service enclosures and dampers.
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Research and Development
We have invested close to £2m in our programme for fire resistant ductwork and service enclosure systems over the past 4 years. This includes nearly 50 full-scale fire tests and over 30 ad-hoc fire tests carried out in third party test houses in Czech Republic, France and Turkey.
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IFS-ES Service Enclosure System
This high-performance service enclosure system excels in its design, test results and performance, ensuring that vital life-safety, firefighting and critical systems remain fully operational in the event of a fire.
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IFS-DS Fire Resistant Ductwork Systems
This high-performance ductwork system has been rigorously tested in accordance with the fire test standards BS EN 1366-1, 8 & 9 and classified in accordance with BS EN 13501-3 for ventilation ducts and BS EN 13501-4 for smoke control ducts.
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Along with IDSL, IFS has developed a reputation for working closely with our clients, delivering specialist products and services whilst offering comprehensive technical support throughout every phase of a project.
With two manufacturing facilities in Dartford, Kent, and overspill sites across London and the South-East, we handle projects of any size and scale. Whether for commercial, residential or industrial builds, IFS manufactures, supplies and installs bespoke and standard fire resistant ductwork and service enclosures to suit any and all requirements.
When it comes to passive fire safety, it is critically important that the products and systems your project requires undergo rigorous testing by third party accredited companies. That is why we work with independent assessors like PAVUS and Efectis, to ensure that the products and systems we manufacture and install are fit for purpose, reliable, and fully compliant to the current BS EN standards and regulations.
Certified Expertise in Passive Fire Protection
In addition, IFS has been certified by Warringtonfire’s FIRAS Third Party Accreditation Scheme for installers, and holds LPS 1531 certification from LPCB, both of which approve us as having the necessary expertise to install passive fire protection products and systems.
As a division of IDSL, one of the UK’s largest ductwork manufacturers and installers, IFS combines our knowledge of passive fire safety with IDSL’s expertise in ductwork systems to create truly unparalleled fire protection systems.
Contact our expert team today to discuss your project requirements and discover how we can deliver high-quality passive fire safety solutions to meet your needs.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
IFS also offers various seminars regarding the legislation and installation of fire resistant ductwork and service enclosures, led by our fully qualified team of experts.
Please navigate to our Technical page to learn more, or to book a CPD course using the online form.
Get In Touch
Whether you require technical advice on our Fire Resistant Ductwork and Service Enclosure Systems, or are looking to add these to your next project please contact our expert team today.