Kent E119 Deployable Fabric Fire Wall
Kent E119 Deployable Fabric Fire Wall
The Kent E119 Deployable Fabric Fire Wall, rated to ASTM E119 / UL 263, qualifies as a fire-rated wall assembly under the code. It meets IBC Section 707.6, Exception 3, allowing it to exceed the typical 25% opening limitation applied to standard fire-rated opening protectives. The system consists of two insulated, hose stream-rated fabric assemblies mounted back-to-back. Its compact design can be concealed above the ceiling, with slim side guides recessed into the walls for minimal visual impact. Tested as a 2-hour fire-rated wall assembly, the Kent E119 provides a space-saving, code-compliant solution that gives architects greater flexibility for open-space designs while maintaining fire safety.
Advantages
- Enables open-space architectural designs
- Allows designers to exceed the 25% fire barrier opening limitation
- Reduces costs by minimizing or eliminating the need for smoke evacuation systems
- Features a space-saving, compact design.
- Fully code compliant — tested to ASTM E119 / UL 263 standards.
- Rated for a 250°F temperature rise over a 2-hour period.
- Optional battery backup prevents nuisance deployment during power failure.
- Fail-safe operation with automatic reset functionality.
- Optional “push-to-open” button for manual operation.
Compliances
- ASTM E119 / UL 263 – 2-hour fire curtain with a 250°F temperature-rise rating.
- ASTM E2226 / UL 10B – Standard practice for hose stream application.