Pendik Fire Rated Glass: Certified Compliance for Turkish Building Safety Regulations

Pendik, a rapidly developing district on Istanbul’s Anatolian side, is witnessing a surge in mixed-use residential and commercial towers along the Marmara Sea coast. For architects, contractors, and developers operating in this region, compliance with the Turkish Ministry of Interior’s 2018 Regulation on Fire Protection of Buildings is not optional—it is a legal prerequisite for obtaining a yapı ruhsatı (building permit). This regulation mandates that escape routes, fire compartments, and high-rise facades utilize fire-resistant glazing systems that meet the performance criteria outlined in TS 12653, the Turkish national standard aligned with EN 1364 and EN 1634-1. Antifires supplies Pendik with certified fire rated glass and complete door and partition assemblies that are fully tested to these standards. The systems are engineered to deliver mandatory 60-minute integrity (E) and insulation (EI) ratings for critical evacuation routes, ensuring that in the event of a fire, smoke and flames are contained for the required duration. By referencing official test data—such as the 28mm EI60 panel achieving 66 minutes of integrity and 64 minutes of insulation under EN 1634-1 conditions—Antifires provides verifiable proof of performance. For detailed guidance on Turkey’s fire safety legal framework, project teams are encouraged to consult the official document published by the Turkish Ministry of Interior, available at Resmi Gazete (Official Gazette) – 2018 Fire Protection Regulation.

Adapting to Pendik’s Enforcement of Turkey’s 2018 Fire Protection Regulation in Mixed-Use Developments

Pendik’s urban transformation has led to the proliferation of mixed-use developments—buildings that combine retail spaces, offices, and residential units within a single structure. These projects fall under strict scrutiny from local municipalities, particularly regarding fire compartmentation between different occupancy types. The 2018 Regulation on Fire Protection of Buildings requires that all vertical and horizontal escape route enclosures in such buildings achieve a minimum of 60-minute integrity (E) and often insulation (EI) performance. Antifires addresses this requirement with systems tested to TS 12653 and EN 1634-1. For example, the 28mm EI60 panel—composed of a multi-layer laminated structure (6mm + 5.5mm gel + 5mm + 5.5mm gel + 6mm)—has demonstrated 66 minutes of integrity and 64 minutes of insulation under standard furnace conditions. This performance is critical for protecting the compartment boundaries that separate a ground-floor commercial unit from upper-level residential corridors. The use of 60 minute fire rated glass with integrity and insulation ensures that heat transmission to the unexposed side remains below the regulatory limits (average rise ≤140°C), allowing safe evacuation time for occupants. For Pendik’s mixed-use towers, Antifires provides complete documentation packages that include traceable test reports, facilitating smooth approval during the municipality’s plan review process.

Selecting EI 30 to EI 120 Fire Rated Glass for Pendik’s Seismic Zone 1 Structural Demands

Pendik is classified within Seismic Zone 1, meaning that all building components—including fire rated glazing—must accommodate significant structural movement without losing their fire-resistant properties. Standard fire rated glass that is rigidly installed can crack or dislodge during an earthquake, compromising compartmentation. Antifires addresses this challenge by engineering its systems with seismic movement capacity built into the frame and glazing interface. The assemblies utilize G.M.S. hollow steel sections combined with 3mm to 6mm ceramic wool (density 210 kg/m³) and a 3mm to 5mm expansion gap filled with ceramic fiber, allowing the glass panel to shift up to 38mm under lateral load without failure. For high-rise facades exceeding 21.5 meters in height—a threshold that triggers enhanced fire resistance requirements under Turkish regulation—Antifires provides 120 minute fire rated glass with integrity and insulation. The 50mm and 54mm ultra-high-performance glass structures have been tested to deliver 120 minutes of both integrity and insulation under EN 1363 conditions, while the frame system is designed to maintain its seal during seismic events. This dual compliance with fire and seismic standards is essential for Pendik projects, where local building inspectors now require third-party test reports that explicitly address dynamic movement performance.

Addressing Pendik’s High-Density Residential Corridors and Maritime Transport Hub Requirements

Pendik’s residential zones, particularly those near the Sabiha Gökçen Airport corridor and the Pendik Marina, feature high-density apartment blocks with long common corridors that serve as primary escape routes. Under the 2018 Turkish Fire Protection Regulation, these corridors must be enclosed with fire-rated partitions that provide 60-minute insulation (EI60) to prevent heat from compromising the evacuation path. Antifires supplies complete partition assemblies tested to TS EN 1634-1, specifically designed to limit heat transmission to an average rise of ≤15°C on the unexposed side—far below the standard maximum of 140°C. The 26mm glazed door glass (5mm + 5.5mm gel + 5mm + 5.5mm gel + 5mm) is a typical solution for these corridors, offering 89–90 minutes of integrity and 68 minutes of insulation. For wider openings, the 21mm FPOS composite glass (multi-layer tempered with intumescent gel) provides 120 minutes of integrity and 30 minutes of insulation, suitable for lobby-to-corridor interfaces. The installation protocol includes intumescent fire seals (20mm × 4mm) at all perimeter joints and M6/M8 anchor bolts at 300–600mm spacing to ensure a tight, stable fit. By using fire rated glass partitions that are pre-certified with these performance metrics, Pendik contractors can accelerate the approval process for residential tower projects while ensuring occupant safety during evacuation.

Why Pendik Contractors Trust Antifires for Traceable Fire Test Reports and Local Turkish Inventory

One of the most common delays during Pendik municipality site inspections arises from the lack of traceable, accredited fire test documentation for imported glazing products. Antifires eliminates this risk by providing every batch shipped to Pendik with a traceable test report from an accredited EU laboratory, conducted under EN 1634-1:2008/2014 and BS 476 Part 22:1987 protocols. These reports include detailed furnace test conditions—such as Type K thermocouples across 9–12 channels, 10–55 thermocouples on the unexposed surface, and furnace pressure maintained at 0 ±2Pa—ensuring full transparency of the test methodology. For Pendik projects, this documentation is directly aligned with the yapı ruhsatı (building permit) requirements, as local authorities now demand reports that specify the exact glass composition, frame type, and sealant materials used. Antifires maintains a local inventory in Turkey, including 10mm FPOS (integrity 135 min, insulation 16 min) and 15mm FPOS (integrity up to 132 min, insulation 33–34 min), as well as 28mm EI60 panels. This local stock eliminates the long lead times associated with overseas imports. Contractors can request digital copies of the test certificates and the Turkish Ministry compliance declaration directly from Antifires, ensuring that all documentation is ready for submission before the inspection date. For further details on available products, explore the fire rated glass doors range that includes complete frame and glazing assemblies pre-certified for Pendik projects.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

For a new high-rise building permit in Pendik, fire rated glass must comply with TS 12653, the Turkish national standard that aligns with EN 1364-1 and EN 1634-1. This standard is enforced under the 2018 Regulation on Fire Protection of Buildings published by the Turkish Ministry of Interior. The regulation requires that glazed elements in escape routes and fire compartments achieve a minimum 60-minute integrity (E) rating, and for certain applications—such as common corridors in residential towers—an additional insulation (EI) rating is mandatory. Antifires provides systems tested to these exact standards, with traceable test reports that specify the glass composition, frame materials, and sealant details required by local inspectors. For official reference, the full regulation text is available at the Turkish Official Gazette.

Yes, Antifires provides EI 60 fire rated glass that is specifically engineered to accommodate the seismic movement demands of Pendik’s Seismic Zone 1 classification. The 28mm EI60 panel (6mm + 5.5mm gel + 5mm + 5.5mm gel + 6mm) has been tested to deliver 66 minutes of integrity and 64 minutes of insulation under standard furnace conditions. For seismic resilience, the system incorporates a 3mm to 5mm expansion gap filled with ceramic fiber and a G.M.S. hollow steel frame with ceramic wool packing (density 210 kg/m³). This design allows the glass panel to shift up to 38mm under lateral load without compromising the fire seal. The test reports for these assemblies include documentation on dynamic movement performance, satisfying the requirements of local building inspectors who now mandate seismic compatibility for high-rise projects in Pendik.

To obtain a digital copy of the EN 1634-1 test certificate and the Turkish Ministry compliance declaration for your Pendik project, contact Antifires directly through the website’s inquiry form or by email. Each certificate includes the specific test conditions—such as furnace pressure (0 ±2Pa), ambient temperature (27°C–36°C), and thermocouple placement (9–12 channels Type K)—ensuring full traceability. The Turkish Ministry compliance declaration confirms that the tested assembly meets the requirements of the 2018 Regulation on Fire Protection of Buildings and TS 12653. Antifires can provide these documents in digital format within 24 hours of request, allowing project teams to submit them directly to the Pendik municipality during the yapı ruhsatı application process. All certificates are issued in both English and Turkish for local regulatory acceptance.