Light preserved. Life protected.
Fire-resistant glass is the invisible shield that buys the most precious commodity in an emergency: time. Vermat engineers and supplies a complete spectrum of fire-rated glazing — from single-pane integrity-only E-glass to highly insulating, multi-laminate EI-glass — that compartments flames, blocks smoke, and controls radiant heat for 30 to 120 minutes. Certified to the world’s most demanding standards, our systems remain clear and stable under thermal shock, providing safe evacuation visibility and protecting escape routes and firefighting access without sacrificing the openness and natural light that define modern architecture. Whether for a high-traffic atrium, a hospital corridor, or a landmark façade, Vermat fire-resistant glass is engineered to perform when everything is on the line.
Product Categories
Monolithic Fire-Resistant Glass
A single tempered pane providing flame and smoke containment (E-class) for 30–120 minutes. Lightweight, optically clear, and easy to install — ideal for internal partitions, vision panels, and smoke barriers where insulation is not required. Compatible with standard and frameless systems.
Laminated Fire-Resistant Glass
Float glass layers bonded with intumescent interlayers. Under fire, interlayers expand into an insulating shield — delivering both integrity and insulation (EI) for 30–120 minutes. The cool unexposed face enables safe passage. Suited for stairwells, fire doors, and atria.
Insulating Fire-Resistant Glass
A fire-rated IGU pairing laminated EI/EW glass with a sealed cavity. Delivers simultaneous fire compartmentation and thermal insulation for exterior façades and curtain walls. Outer pane accepts Low-E coatings and tints — meeting energy codes without compromising fire safety.
Nano-Silica Fire-Resistant Glass
Nano-silica interlayers react instantly to fire, forming a rigid insulating barrier. Achieves EI-class protection up to 120 minutes with minimal thickness. UV-stable with no yellowing — the premium choice for projects demanding maximum fire safety and visual lightness.
Key Features & Customization
Certified Protection Up to 120 Minutes
All Vermat fire-resistant glass systems are third-party tested and classified to EN 13501-2 (E, EW, EI), BS 476, GB 15763.1, and related standards. Integrity and insulation ratings from 30 to 120 minutes are available, with each project receiving full documentation for regulatory approval.
High Transparency & Visual Clarity
Fire safety need not come at the cost of aesthetics. Our E and EW glasses utilize clear float substrates, while multi-layer EI glasses maintain exceptional light transmission — achieving the same visual openness as standard architectural glass, suitable for frameless butt-glazed systems and point-fixed assemblies.
Compatibility with All Major Framing Systems
Vermat fire-resistant glass is pre-tested and certified for use with steel, aluminium, and timber framing systems. We provide full glazing and fixing recommendations to ensure the glass, frame, seals, and intumescent accessories work as an integrated fire barrier — not isolated components.
Custom Sizes, Shapes & Combinations
Standard rectangular panels are available up to 2000 × 4000 mm. Non-standard geometries — arched, curved, trapezoid — can be custom-fabricated to project needs. EI and EW glasses can be combined into fire-rated Insulated Glass Units (IGUs) for external applications, preserving thermal performance alongside fire protection.
Impact Safety & Security Options
For locations requiring dual function — fire protection plus impact safety or security — Vermat offers fire-rated laminated combinations tested to EN 356 (P1A–P8B) and EN 12600 (1B1). These units provide simultaneous fire compartmentation and protection against accidental impact, manual attack, or blast.
Performance & Durability
- Fire Integrity (E): 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes per EN 1363-1 / GB/T 12513
- Radiation Control (EW): ≤15 kW/m² at the non-fire side per EN 1363-2
- Insulation (EI): Temperature rise on protected side ≤140°C average / 180°C point
- UV Stability: Interlayers are UV-stable; no yellowing or delamination over time
- Hygiene & Cleanability: Smooth, non-porous surface suitable for healthcare and food environments
- Sound Insulation: Up to Rw 45 dB with appropriate laminate makeup
Applications
- Atria, lobbies, and internal fire-rated partitions
- Escape stairwells and protected corridors (EI-rated vision panels)
- Fire-rated doors and screens (30–120 min integrity)
- External façades requiring fire boundary zoning (fire-rated IGUs)
- Healthcare, education, and public assembly buildings
- Data centers and infrastructure control rooms
- Marine and offshore accommodation modules
Technical Specifications
| Fire Ratings | E30–E120, EW30–EW120, EI30–EI120 |
| Max. Panel Size | 2400 × 5000 mm (standard); custom larger sizes subject to engineering review |
| Thickness Range | 6 – 50 mm |
| Glass Types | Clear, tinted, low-iron; optional ceramic frit or digital printing |
| Frame Compatibility | Steel, aluminium (thermal break options available), timber |
| Certifications | EN 13501-2, EN 1363-1/2, GB 15763.1, BS 476-20/22, AS 1530.4 |
| Quality Management | ISO 9001; full batch traceability and individual certification labels |
