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This paper discusses adapting sound insulation test methods to identify defects in fire-rated building elements, crucial for ensuring occupant safety during fires. It highlights the importance of sealing details in fire-rated systems and proposes non-destructive testing methods, including a simple gap listening test and acoustic cameras, to detect gaps that may compromise fire integrity. Case studies illustrate the effectiveness of these methods in identifying and rectifying significant defects in construct

Author

George van Hout

Language

EN