Professional Fire Protection & Fire Stopping Services
Sheridan Fire Systems delivers comprehensive fire protection solutions for commercial and industrial environments across the UK.
Our experienced engineers design, install, and maintain fully compliant systems that help safeguard people, property, and assets from fire risks, ensuring your business meets all legal fire safety obligations.
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Fire Stopping
Passive fire protection is at the heart of what we do. Our fire stopping solutions prevent the spread of fire and smoke, helping to maintain escape routes and structural integrity.
All installations are fully certified and compliant with UK regulations.
Our fire stopping work includes:
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Fire Alarms
Design, installation and maintenance of alarm systems for early detection — ensuring fast response and safe evacuation. -
Emergency Lighting
Fully compliant emergency lighting solutions that illuminate exit routes during power failure, tested to resist fire for up to 120 minutes. -
Dry Risers & Fire Hydrants
Installation, testing and maintenance of dry riser and hydrant systems, enabling rapid access for firefighting in multi-storey buildings. -
Fire Doors
Certified doorsets installed to compartmentalise fire and smoke, offering up to 4 hours of resistance and soundproofing.
Professional Fire Protection & Fire Stopping Services
At Sheridan Fire Systems, we deliver a full range of fire protection solutions for commercial and industrial buildings across the UK.
Our engineers design, install and maintain compliant systems that protect people, property and assets while meeting all UK fire safety regulations.
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Fire Stopping
Robust Protection for Escape Routes & Compartments
Passive fire protection is at the heart of what we do. Our fire stopping solutions prevent the spread of fire and smoke, helping to maintain escape routes and structural integrity.
All installations are fully certified and compliant with UK regulations.
Our fire stopping work includes:
- Fire barriers and cavity barriers
- Intumescent sealant and fire collars
- Penetration sealing and joint sealing
- Fire-rated boards and wraps
Fire Alarms
Reliable fire detection saves lives. We design, install and maintain alarm systems tailored to your building’s layout and fire risk profile.
All systems are fitted and maintained in accordance with BS 5839.
Our services include:
- Addressable and conventional alarm systems
- Wireless fire alarm solutions
- Design, installation and commissioning
- Ongoing testing and maintenance
Fire Extinguishers
We supply, install and maintain a complete range of extinguishers suitable for every environment.
Each unit is fully compliant with BS 5306 and serviced by qualified technicians.
Available types:
- Foam, CO₂, powder and water extinguishers
- Wet chemical extinguishers for kitchen areas
- Fire point and bracket installations
- Regular servicing and refills
Emergency Lighting
In an emergency, visibility is critical. Our lighting systems ensure that escape routes and safety points remain illuminated even during a power failure.
What we offer:
- Emergency lighting design and layout plans
- LED bulkheads, exit signs and downlights
- Testing, certification and logbook setup
Dry Risers & Fire Hydrants
Essential for multi-storey and high-risk buildings, our dry riser and hydrant installations ensure quick, safe water access for fire services.
Our capabilities include:
- Design and installation of dry riser systems
- Wet and dry testing
- Maintenance and certification in line with BS 9990
Fire Doors
Certified fire doors slow the spread of smoke and flames, giving occupants valuable time to evacuate.
We provide supply, installation and inspection of fire-rated doorsets for all building types.
Our services include:
- FD30 & FD60 certified doors
- Fire door maintenance and inspections
- Door ironmongery and intumescent strips
Smoke Ventilation (AOV) Systems
Smoke vents and AOV systems improve visibility and safety by extracting smoke and heat in the event of a fire.
We install and maintain:
- Automatic opening vents (AOVs)
- Manual and electric control systems
- Natural and mechanical ventilation options
Gas Suppression Systems
Protect valuable assets with clean agent suppression systems that extinguish fires without damaging sensitive equipment.
Ideal for data centres, comms rooms and high-value facilities.
System options:
- Inergen, FM-200 and Novec 1230 systems
- Full design, installation and commissioning
- Maintenance and refill management
Air Sampling Systems
Early smoke detection allows for faster evacuation and reduced damage. Our air sampling systems continuously monitor air quality to detect smoke particles before they become visible.
We provide:
- Aspirating smoke detection (ASD) systems
- Design, installation and maintenance
- Integration with your alarm network
Fire Compartmentation & Prevention Works
We deliver full compartmentation surveys and fire-stopping works to help buildings meet current regulations and maintain passive fire protection integrity.
Our team handles:
- Fire sealing and partitioning
- Service penetration protection
- Wall and floor fire barriers
- Remedial and compliance works
Our Fire Protection Services
We offer a complete range of passive fire protection and prevention solutions, all installed and maintained to the highest industry standards:
Fire Alarms
Fire Alarms
Fire Suppression Systems
Fire Suppression Systems
Fire Doors
Fire Doors
Fire Extinguishers
Fire Extinguishers
Fire Barriers
Fire Barriers
Each service is delivered with a focus on compliance, workmanship, and long-term protection — ensuring your building meets all fire safety regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is fire stopping and why is it important?
Fire stopping is the process of sealing openings and joints in walls, floors and ceilings to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. It helps to contain a blaze within a specific area, protecting escape routes and maintaining a building’s structural integrity. It’s a legal requirement under UK Building Regulations for all commercial premises.
Are Sheridan Fire Systems’ installations certified and compliant?
Yes. Every installation is carried out by qualified engineers using fully tested and certified materials. All work complies with the latest British Standards, including BS 476 and Approved Document B, giving our clients full assurance of regulatory compliance and long-term performance.
Do you provide nationwide coverage?
Absolutely. Sheridan Fire Systems operates across the UK, delivering fire stopping and passive fire protection services to contractors, facilities managers and commercial property owners nationwide. Our mobile teams can attend projects of any scale, from single-site installations to multi-location maintenance programmes.