Certified protection. Faster delivery. No compromise.
When it comes to fire protection, you don’t get second chances. That’s why our Fire Rated Access Panels are tested, certified, and trusted across UK projects where compliance isn’t optional.We build panels that keep your building safe, compliant, and good-looking. Manufactured in the UK, tested up to 120 minutes, and delivered in days, not weeks.
In modern construction, fire integrity is everything. Whether you’re managing a hospital fit-out, a high-rise corridor, or a commercial riser, every penetration counts.A non-compliant panel can ruin a sign-off and risk lives. Ours protect both.At Rapid Access, we manufacture panels that preserve compartmentation, maintain design standards, and keep your project moving fast.
Key Features of Our Fire Rated Access Panels
Independently tested to BS 476 Part 22 and EN 1364-1
Fire ratings from 30, 60, 90, up to 120 minutes
Suitable for walls and ceilings
Available with beaded or picture frames
Plasterboard-faced or metal-faced options
Intumescent seals and fireline cores included as standard
Lock choices: budget, tamper-proof, or keyed
UK-manufactured with lead times from 3–5 working days
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We don’t import. We manufacture. Every panel leaving our facility has been tested, certified, and verified to meet UK standards, giving contractors and architects full confidence in performance and compliance.
Fire Rating and Testing Performance
All panels are independently tested under UK and European standards to confirm fire resistance.Each unit is supplied with test documentation, installation guidance, and compliance data ready for submission to Building Control.Our testing covers integrity, insulation, and stability, ensuring performance in both wall and ceiling applications.
Definitive Guide to Fire Rated Access Panels
If you’re specifying, installing, or inspecting, this is the resource you need. Our definitive guide covers:
Correct fire rating selection for different substrates
How to specify to BS and EN standards
Installation methods that preserve compartmentation
Common compliance mistakes and how to avoid them
Why Choose Rapid Access?
Because we’re not a reseller. We’re a UK manufacturer with full control of production, quality, and delivery.That means:
Faster lead times (you’re not waiting on imports)
Bespoke sizes without delay
Certified performance verified in major UK projects
Expert support from spec through install
BIM-ready models for seamless integration
We supply leading construction and M&E contractors across healthcare, education, and commercial sectors.
Advantages of Fire Rated Access Panels
Maintains Fire Compartmentation – Protects walls and ceilings by ensuring service penetrations do not compromise fire integrity.
Compliant with UK Standards – Tested to BS 476 Part 22 and EN 1364-1 for complete building regulation compliance.
Suitable for Walls and Ceilings – Available in both orientations with certified fire ratings from 30 to 120 minutes.
Seamless Integration – Choose plasterboard-faced for a paintable concealed finish or metal-faced for durability.
Fast UK Delivery – Standard and custom fire-rated panels available in as little as 3–5 working days.
Where Fire Rated Panels Are Used
Our panels are trusted and specified across:
Service risers and plant rooms
Fire-protected corridors and escape routes
Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Schools, airports, and public buildings
Hotels, commercial offices, and mixed-use developments
They provide secure access to building services while maintaining compartmentation and compliance with Building Regulations Part B.
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