Product Certification Schemes for Fire Protection

UKAS-accredited third-party certification for fire safety products and systems.

IFC Certification Ltd (IFCC) delivers independent, UKAS-accredited product certification for fire protection products and systems. Our robust schemes give manufacturers, specifiers, and building owners confidence that products meet the highest standards for safety, compliance, and performance—helping you access new markets and demonstrate quality.

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Why Product Certification Matters

Building Trust, Compliance, and Market Access

Demonstrates compliance with UK, EU, and international standards

Provides independent assurance of product performance and safety

Enables market access and competitive differentiation

Supports traceability, quality assurance, and regulatory approval

Reduces risk of product failure, liability, and reputational damage

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Our Product Certification Schemes

Comprehensive Certification for Fire Protection Products

IFCC’s product certification schemes are developed in close liaison with industry stakeholders to ensure they meet real-world needs. Certification covers initial type testing, factory production control (FPC) audits, and ongoing product verification—ensuring every certified product performs as originally tested.

Current IFCC Product Certification Schemes include:

  • SDP 01: Fire Resistant Timber Doors
  • SDP 02: Fire Resistant Metal Based Doors
  • SDP 07: Smoke Barriers
  • SDP 08: Closers
  • SDP 09: Fire Resistant Glazing
  • SDP 10: Single Axis Hinges
  • SDP 12: Reactive Coatings
  • SDP 13: Penetration Seals
  • SDP 14: Linear Gap Seals
  • SDP 16: Panic Exit Devices
  • SDP 17: Emergency Exit Devices
  • SDP 18: Mechanically Operated Locks
  • SDP 19: Electrically Powered Hold Open Devices for Swing Doors
  • SDP 20: Intumescent Door Seals
  • SDP 21: Fire Resistant Partitions
  • SDP 22: Smoke Seals (Ambient Temperature Door Seals)
  • SDP 26-1: Fire Resisting Ducts to BS476-24
  • SDP 26-2: Fire Resisting Ducts
  • SDP 26-3: Smoke Control Duct Sections
  • SDP 28-1: Fire Resisting Dampers
  • SDP 28-2: Smoke Control Dampers
  • SDP 29: Renderings
  • SDP 30: Board Protection

How We Work With You

Simple, Reliable Certification Journey

    Apply Online:

    Choose your scheme and submit your application.

    Initial Assessment:

    Type testing, technical evaluation, and FPC audit.

    Certification:

    Receive your Kiwa/IFCC certificate.

    Ongoing Compliance:

    Annual audits and product surveillance.

    Directory Listing:

    Be found by specifiers and clients in the IFCC Directory.

Business Benefits of Product Certification

Supporting Safer, Smarter Infrastructure

Compliance:

Meet UKAS, CE, and UKCA standards

Market Access:

Certify products for UK, EU, and global markets

Risk Reduction:

Ensure product performance and reduce liability

Efficiency:

Streamlined digital platform for applications and renewals

Reputation:

Display the IFCC Quality Mark to build trust
Who We Work With

Trusted by the built environment

• Product manufacturers and fabricators

• Main contractors and developers

• Building owners and managers

• Specifiers, architects, and consultants

• Regulatory authorities and insurers

“We consider the third party certification of passive fire safety products to be of paramount importance. Working with Kiwa affords us and our customers total confidence in the performance of our products and the accuracy of the claims we make about them.”

Jim White
Technical Director, Forza Doors

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of product certification schemes does IFCC offer?

A: IFCC offers UKAS-accredited schemes for fire doors, glazing, ducts, dampers, coatings, partitions, and more.

Q: How do I apply for product certification?

A: Applications can be made online via the MyCert portal.

Q: What is required for certification?

A: Products must undergo type testing, FPC audits, and ongoing surveillance to maintain certification.

Q: How can I find certified products?

A: Use our live directory to find certified products and manufacturers.

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