6 Ways Gripple Leads the Way in Fire Tested Suspension Solutions

At Gripple, fire safety is a top priority. Our innovative suspension systems undergo rigorous testing to meet the highest fire performance standards, offering installers, specifiers, and building owners complete confidence in their safety and reliability.

As fire safety regulations in construction become increasingly stringent, contractors, engineers, and compliance professionals must do more than ensure secure installations – they must provide clear, verifiable proof of compliance.

The Building Safety Act and updates to BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) highlight this shift, placing greater emphasis on demonstrating fire safety performance. Regulation 521.10.202 (Premature Collapse) now requires documented evidence that critical systems are designed and installed to remain secure in fire conditions – ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting infrastructure, and ultimately safeguarding lives.

To support contractors in meeting these evolving requirements, we provide innovative solutions that simplify compliance, enhance safety, and instil regulatory confidence. Here are six ways we commit to fire safety:

1. Multi-Level Fire Ratings ✅
Understanding that different installations require different levels of fire resistance, our systems are tested and verified across multiple fire exposure levels, ranging from F30 to F120. This ensures that our solutions offer clear, dependable Safe Working Load (SWL) data tailored to various fire scenarios.

2. Tested to Industry Standards ✅
Our fire-rated suspension systems comply with stringent industry standards, including BS 1363-1:2020, BS 7671, and BS 8519. Designed to withstand extreme conditions, our solutions endure temperatures up to 1,049°C for 120 minutes, offering unmatched reliability in fire situations.

3. Real-World Scenarios ✅
Gripple products undergo rigorous testing against the ISO 834 Fire Curve, ensuring performance under real-world fire conditions. By declaring SWL values, we make compliance simpler and installation safer, boosting confidence in our solutions.

4. Full System Integrity ✅
Unlike traditional bracketry, which often tests individual components in isolation, Gripple tests each part as a complete system. This guarantees that our suspension solutions maintain full integrity during fire events, ensuring greater reliability in critical conditions.

5. Independently Verified ✅
We work with leading certification bodies such as Warrington Fire and BRE Global to validate our fire-resistant solutions. This independent verification ensures that our systems meet or exceed the required safety benchmarks, giving our customers confidence in their performance.

6. Versatile Product Range ✅
Gripple is the only manufacturer offering both tested wire and track-based suspension systems. Our solutions cater to a wide range of installation requirements, providing flexibility without compromising on fire safety.

Tested, Proven, Trusted

Fire safety is non-negotiable, and at Gripple, we go above and beyond to ensure our systems offer the highest levels of performance. By committing to rigorous testing, full-system integrity, and industry-leading certification, we provide suspension solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and peace of mind.

For more information on our fire-rated products, get in touch with our team today!