Released on = February 21, 2007, 5:15 am

Press Release Author = David Ingersoll

Industry = Construction

Press Release Summary = Firestop materials serve two primary purposes - they reduce
sound transmission between rooms, and they block the spread of flame and smoke
through the small spaces in a building. These products are appropriate for use in
residential, commercial and industrial settings.



Press Release Body = Firestop materials serve two primary purposes - they reduce
sound transmission between rooms, and they block the spread of flame and smoke
through the small spaces in a building. These products are appropriate for use in
residential, commercial and industrial settings.

In terms of sound reduction, firestop materials work well to seal off the tiny
spaces in walls, floors and ceilings through which sound travels. A 1% opening in a
wall will reduce the effectiveness of that wall\'s soundproofing by 50%. With so many
multi-unit residential and commercial structures being built, it is increasingly
important to account for sound transmission between rooms.

They also prevent the spread of smoke and flames from room to room through the same
small openings that allow sound to pass. They are designed to contain fire and smoke
to a minimal amount of space without the use of active fire protection systems like
smoke detectors and sprinkler systems. While firestopping products are certainly no
replacement for traditional fire protection methods, they do add another layer of
defense against the spread of flames and gases.

Firestop materials are suitable for use in metallic conduits, cable penetrations,
common construction joint applications and head-of-wall applications. Products such
as Firestop Putty Pads work well to protect switch and outlet boxes from high
temperatures and flames. Firestop Putty is a soft, pliable material that does not
require the use of tools for installation. Aside from square putty pads, Firestop
Putty is available in tubes that allow for simple installation through pulling a
piece off of the tube and packing the material into an opening. This installation
method is especially useful when attempting to add firestopping to data and
communication cable penetrations. Firestopping products are available in other forms
including sprays and block-like pillows. All firestop materials are suitable for use
in new construction as well as retrofit applications.

Acoustical Solutions is proud to offer the largest line of firestopping products
available from a soundproofing and acoustics company. In addition to Firestop Putty,
we now carry Firestop Pillows, Electrical Box Inserts and Elastomeric Sealant. For
more information on using these products in your structure, please call us at
800-782-5742.


Web Site = http://www.acousticalsolutions.com

Contact Details = Dave Ingersoll
Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
800 782-5742
804 346-8808
info@acousticalsolutions.com