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ARBO® FR-RS

The FR-RS Fire Tape is a product of the ARBOSHIELD Pro® category and is used as a high-quality fire retardant elastomeric modified butyl tape that protects and controls your façade from fire and water, creating airtight and fire-safe detailing around window and door frames.

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Unique properties of FR-RS

FR-RS Fire Tape is a high-quality fire retardant elastomeric modified butyl tape that creates airtight and fire-safe detailing around window and door frames. It can be applied on various substrates, with an adhesive bond that grows stronger over time.

  • Fire class B – limited contribution to fire (EN 13501-1)

  • Smoke emission class S1

  • Burning droplets class D0

  • Airtight seal around windows and door frames

  • Stops water ingress

  • Suitable for glass, steel, concrete, stone, wood and aluminium

  • Adhesive bond strengthens over time

  • Split liner positioned 30 mm from edge for easy installation

Sizes

Description/StandardPerformance
Reaction to Fire Class (EN 13501-1)B
Smoke EmissionS1
Burning DropletsD0
Split liner position30mm from edge

Associated Products

Class A W1 Breather Membrane - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

ARBOSHIELD Pro® Class A W1 Breather Membrane is an extremely vapour permeable wall membrane with a low emissivity reflective surface and class A2-s1,d0 fire classification.

Class A High Tack Sealing Tape - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

ARBOSHIELD Pro® Class A High Tack Sealing Tape has been specifically designed to provide a strong and resilient seal when secured against a membrane lap or detailing such as window and/or door openings.

Class A Air & Vapour Control Layer - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

ARBOSHIELD Pro® Class A Air & Vapour Control Layer is a high performance air and vapour control layer featuring a low-emissivity reflective surface designed to combine Class A2-s1,d0 fire classification with high tensile strength, enhanced thermal performance and air tightness.

Class B W1 Breather Membrane - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

ARBOSHIELD Pro® Class B W1 Breather Membrane is an extremely vapour permeable wall membrane with Class B-s1,d0 fire classification.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Why choose ARBO® FR-RS Fire Tape for window and door frame sealing?
ARBO® FR-RS Fire Tape combines fire class B (EN 13501-1), smoke emission class S1 and burning droplets class D0 with airtight sealing and water resistance in a single self-adhesive elastomeric tape. Its adhesive bond strengthens over time and it adheres to glass, steel, concrete, stone, wood and aluminium, making it a versatile and reliable solution for compliant frame perimeter detailing.

2

What are the key benefits of ARBO® FR-RS Fire Tape?
Key benefits include: fire class B (limited contribution to fire); smoke emission S1; burning droplets D0; airtight performance; water resistance; and compatibility with a wide range of substrate materials including glass, steel, concrete, stone, wood and aluminium.

3

What is the ARBOSHIELD Pro® Fire-Resistant Façade System?
It is a complete, innovative solution for façade and apertures that brings together a ground-breaking group of products into one cohesive range. The system combines industry-leading fire safety (with up to Class A2-s1,d0 reaction to fire) with W1-rated resistance to water penetration and airtightness.

4

What products are included in the complete ARBOSHIELD Pro® range?
Alongside the innovative self-adhesive EPAM® perimeter seal, the complete system includes a Class A W1 Breather Membrane, a Class A Air & Vapour Control Layer, Class A High-Tack Sealing Tapes, and a Class B W1 Breather Membrane.

5

Which types of projects is the ARBOSHIELD Pro® range suitable for?
The system is ideal for both new build and refurbishment projects across commercial, industrial, residential, and retail buildings. Because of its consistency and ease of installation, it is also an excellent choice for modular and off-site factory-built construction projects.

6

Why choose ARBOSHIELD Pro® over traditional façade sealing methods?
The range has been developed to answer specifiers’ requirements for the highest verifiable fire safety while providing significant time and cost savings. The system avoids the mess, waste, and labour-intensive installation times associated with traditional pasted methods.

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Main Applications

FR-RS Fire Tape is used wherever fire retardant, airtight and weathertight sealing is required around structural openings and frame connections.

Window Frames

Creates a fire-retardant, airtight and weathertight perimeter seal around window frames.

Door Frames

Provides compliant fire and weather sealing around door frame perimeters.

Fire & Weather Sealing

Protects façade openings against both fire spread and water ingress.

Airtightness

Delivers an airtight seal to reduce energy loss and meet building airtightness requirements.

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Complete solutions for your façade challenges

The ARBOSHIELD Pro® fire-resistant systems range offers a fully compatible suite of membranes, seals, and adhesives. Whether for new builds, refurbishments, high-rise residential developments, or modular construction – our cohesive product family provides the highest level of safety, weatherproofing, and compliance for your projects.

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