Fireproof Glass – Preventing Tragedies Like the Grenfell Tower Disaster

The 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London, which claimed 72 lives, exposed fatal flaws in building materials. Had fire-rated glass partitions been installed, smoke and flames could have been contained longer, allowing safer evacuations. KFORTS’ fire-resistant glazing meets EN 13501-2 (Fire Classification) and EN 1363-1 (Fire Resistance Testing), withstanding temperatures exceeding 1,000°C while maintaining structural integrity.

Our fireproof glass doors and windows incorporate intumescent interlayers that expand under heat, sealing off fire spread. A hospital in Munich retrofitted with KFORTS’ fire-rated glass curtain walls successfully compartmentalized a 2021 kitchen fire, preventing fatalities. These systems also comply with EN 357 (Fire-Resistant Glass) and integrate seamlessly with burglar-resistant designs for dual protection.

Unlike traditional glass, which shatters within minutes in a fire, KFORTS’ fire-resistant solutions achieve EI 60/EI 120 ratings, blocking flames and smoke for up to 120 minutes. For schools, hospitals, and high-rises, our glass façades and partitions redefine safety—proven by real-world tragedies where better glazing could have saved lives.