Devastating major fires and their consequences always provoke discussions on suitable measures to reduce the number of casualties and minimise damage to property in the event of fire.
An important contribution to greater safety in the event of a fire is the use of halogen-free installation material. The range of OBO products in this special plastic material has now been expanded to include halogen-free cable duct systems.
The advantages at a glance:
No corrosive gases are given off in a fire. Chlorine, for example, forms aggressive hydrochloric acid in combination with air humidity or extinguishing water.
Halogen-free installation material is low-smoke and in a fire leads to significantly lower dense smoke development in indoor rooms and stairwells.
Halogen-free plastic is self-extinguishing and therefore helps to protect sensitive electronic devices and valuable items of equipment against fire damage.
As a result of these advantages, VdS guideline 2025 for buildings where many people often congregate and high property values are concentrated - conference centres, hospitals, residential homes, kindergartens, schools, airports, museums, etc. - for example recommends the exclusive use of halogen-free cables, lines and fastening products.
