What the latest FSi Promat sustainability data reveals about carbon in construction
Iain Hoey
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New EPDs published for UK fire safety products
FSi Promat has announced the publication of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for two of its products, reporting verified data on their environmental performance.
According to FSi Promat, the EPDs cover the Pyrocoustic Sealant and Stopseal Coating, both used in fire stopping applications across the UK construction sector.
The manufacturer stated that the declarations were prepared in line with ISO 14025 and EN150804+A2:2019, standards that define third party-verified environmental reporting.
It explained that this step reflects its focus on sustainability in both product development and manufacturing.
The company noted that these publications are intended to support architects, specifiers and contractors with decision-making on material selection.
Environmental performance of Pyrocoustic Sealant
FSi Promat reported that Pyrocoustic Sealant is used to reinstate fire resistance in wall and floor constructions where linear gaps or service penetrations occur.
The company explained that the new EPD sets the cradle-to-gate Global Warming Potential of this product at 1.0 kgCO2-eq./kg.
It added that the total embodied carbon score, across modules A1–A5 and C, is 1.3 kgCO2-eq./kg.
The manufacturer stated that these metrics are provided to allow accurate comparisons with alternative solutions.
It continued that the results show the carbon footprint across both manufacturing and installation phases.
Environmental performance of Stopseal Coating
The manufacturer reported that Stopseal Coating is an ablative coating used with the Stopseal Batt System to reinstate fire resistance in wall constructions with service penetrations.
FSi Promat explained that the cradle-to-gate Global Warming Potential of this coating is 0.7 kgCO2-eq./kg.
It noted that the EPD findings contribute to life cycle analysis of building projects.
The company added that these figures provide designers and contractors with reference data when assessing the environmental footprint of products.
It said that the data reflects a low carbon profile during manufacturing and use.
Manufacturing with renewable electricity
According to FSi Promat, both the Pyrocoustic Sealant and Stopseal Coating are manufactured at its facility in Measham.
The company stated that this facility now runs on 100% renewable electricity.
It explained that this transition forms part of its sustainability programme.
The manufacturer indicated that the move further reduces the environmental impact of its UK production.
It added that this milestone complements the product-level declarations.
Industry perspective on sustainability reporting
Emma Taylor, Marketing Manager at FSi Promat, said: “The addition of the EPDs underlines the dedication at FSi Promat to developing sustainable solutions that continue to meet high standards of safety and performance.
“The cradle-to-gate score is useful when selecting products as it provides a clear picture of its carbon footprint from the raw material right through to installation.
“This information helps users to understand and compare the environmental impact of the products they use, and to make an informed choice.
“Providing transparent environmental credentials, as a result of third-party evaluation, is one of the key ways in which we support architects, specifiers, and contractors towards a safer, more sustainable future. This commitment aligns with the broader construction industry’s shift towards more sustainable building methods.”
Relevance for fire and safety professionals
Environmental Product Declarations are becoming standard across construction materials, including those for fire stopping.
For fire and safety professionals, access to independently verified sustainability data provides evidence to support compliance with environmental standards and procurement requirements.
The UK facility’s transition to renewable electricity also shows how sustainability targets are now linked directly to manufacturing practice.
Understanding the carbon impact of safety products is increasingly relevant for professionals engaged in project design, approvals and material selection.
FSi Promat sustainability declarations released for UK fire stopping products: Summary
FSi Promat has published Environmental Product Declarations for Pyrocoustic Sealant and Stopseal Coating.
The company reported that these declarations provide verified carbon footprint data.
The Pyrocoustic Sealant has a cradle-to-gate Global Warming Potential of 1.0 kgCO2-eq./kg.
Its total embodied carbon score across A1–A5 and C modules is 1.3 kgCO2-eq./kg.
The Stopseal Coating has a cradle-to-gate Global Warming Potential of 0.7 kgCO2-eq./kg.
Both products are manufactured at the company’s Measham facility in the UK.
The Measham facility now operates using 100% renewable electricity.
FSi Promat stated that these publications follow ISO 14025 and EN150804+A2:2019 standards.
The company said the data supports architects, specifiers and contractors in evaluating product environmental performance.
It added that the EPDs provide transparency through third party verification.
Emma Taylor, Marketing Manager at FSi Promat, said the declarations align with industry shifts towards sustainable building methods.
She stated that transparent data helps project stakeholders make informed choices.