Technical Specification

Product Information

The FlipFix Plasterboard 1 Hour Rated Access Panel Inspection Hatch offers a reliable and fire-safe solution for both wall and ceiling installations. Featuring a plasterboard-faced door and the patented FlipFix fitting device, this access panel ensures quick installation, a seamless finish, and certified fire protection, making it ideal for various settings.

Key Features:

• Certified Fire Protection: Fire-rated for up to 1 hour, this panel has been tested to BS EN 1364-2: 1999 and BS EN 1363-1: 2012. It is certified for wall and ceiling applications up to 600x600mm in size, providing essential fire integrity. The panel is covered by Fire Certificate Number WF380206.
• Plasterboard-Faced Door: The door features a plasterboard face, allowing for tape and jointing or skim-coat plastering, ensuring the panel blends seamlessly into the surrounding surface.
• Beaded Frame Design: Equipped with a beaded frame, this access panel is perfect for plastering, offering a professional, smooth finish once installed.
• Patented FlipFix Fitting Device: The innovative FlipFix system enables fast, secure installation, saving up to 20 minutes compared to traditional methods. It fits plasterboard thicknesses ranging from 8mm to 32mm, ensuring versatility in application.
• Fast-Fit Hinge System: Supplied with a fast-fit hinge system, the door can be easily opened for service access without being fully removed, making maintenance and inspection tasks simpler and quicker.
• Locking Mechanism: The door is fitted with a budget lock as standard for basic security. For enhanced security requirements, bespoke secure locking options are available on request.
• Inspection-Only Access: Designed for inspection purposes, this panel is not suitable for personnel access but provides easy access to essential services behind walls or ceilings.

For projects requiring specialised sizes and features, bespoke options are available with an extended lead time, including:

• Secure Lock Options: Enhanced locking mechanisms can be customised to suit specific security needs.
• Bespoke Sizes: Panels can be manufactured to custom sizes beyond the standard 600x600mm, built to the same fire-rated construction standards.

Choose the FlipFix Plasterboard 1 Hour Rated Access Panel Inspection Hatch for a dependable, fire-rated solution that provides quick, easy access to essential services while maintaining a high-quality finish. Ideal for both residential and commercial environments where fire safety and aesthetic integrity are paramount.