Each fire should be treated as a potential threat to the life and health of building users, as well as a possible cause of property loss and the risk of high costs. However, there are products used in the creation of installations whose parameters ensure greater safety for people and objects - e.g. Ingremio HFFR halogen-free electrical installation pipes .
Check out halogen-free HFFR pipes at the Onninen wholesaler
What does HFFR mean?
Products marked as HFFR have two very desirable properties. HF means "halogen free" in English, so the material is free of halogen compounds, which we will devote more attention to in a moment. In turn, the abbreviation FR develops as "flame retardant" or "fire retardant". This marking applies to materials that delay the spread of fire and stop the combustion process.
Why is it worth using halogen-free HFFR pipes?
Halogens is the name used in 
regarding five elements:
- fluorine,
- iodine,
- astatine,
- chlorine,
- bromine
Astatine and iodine (at room temperature) are solids, chlorine and fluorine are gases, and bromine is a liquid. These elements are found in standard products used in installations, e.g. PVC pipes. As long as the installation is safe and used normally, halogens are not a problem. It appears when a fire breaks out - then the gases become toxic and deadly. It is worth knowing that most of the injuries and deaths resulting from fires result from poisoning with dangerous gases, not from burns.
Hazardous substances are released already in the initial phase of the fire, when the flames spread to other elements of the building's equipment and structure. If there are drafts, dangerous compounds quickly spread to other rooms.
Are halogen-free HFFR pipes safer?
Yes, halogen-free pipes emit approximately 15 times less harmful gases during a fire. Due to such a large difference in the concentration of toxic substances, the chance of safe evacuation, effective intervention or saving property increases. And speaking of the spread of fire, it is worth appreciating the "FR" property of pipes and other installation elements. A material whose properties prevent the spread of fire, gives a much greater sense of security and reduces the risk of serious losses in a fire situation.
Such common materials as PVC are an example of halogen ones. When a fire occurs, its rapid spread is possible due to cables or pipes. Moreover, harmful gases react after contact with water or moisture, and the resulting hydrochloric acid may damage the building structure.
Products without halogen compounds in the Onninen installation wholesaler
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At the Onninen installation wholesaler you will find a wide selection of products that do not have halogen beams. All products meet high quality standards. The offer includes a variety of products, such as connector holders and pipes, which are free of harmful substances. When choosing halogen-free products, you do not have to sacrifice quality or functionality. At Onninen you can find innovative solutions that are environmentally friendly but at the same time meet all your needs. Check out some of our available products.
- The Ingremio WKTD-HF-FR-B 30x41/2m corrugated pipe has been specially designed to allow for repeated opening and closing of the pipe.
Perfect for protecting existing installations. It is also used to mask and organize wire harnesses. The halogen-free pipe is available in 50 m sections and in special packaging for hanging in 2 m sections. - If you need a corrugated pipe that is resistant to crushing, impact and moisture absorption, this will work great. Ingremio RIL-HF-FR-P halogen-free corrugated pipe 16x21 color RAL 703
- The RIL-PA6-HB-P halogen-free corrugated pipe with a remote control is a self-extinguishing pipe with increased impact strength and high resistance to mechanical factors, with medium flexibility. It is available in a version with a remote control (-P) and is resistant to UV in moderate climates
Halogen-free products can be used to create ventilation and electrical installation systems, and even to mask and organize ordinary cables. Each pipe in Ingremio's offer is available in various dimensions, so you can easily find the variant necessary to perform work in a building with a higher fire protection standard.