Webglas GC FS FireCheck: Trafficable Skylights with Certified Fire Performance

When rooftop safety and fire compliance are both critical, compromises are not acceptable.

Webglas GC FS FireCheck combines Ampelite’s proven trafficable GRP skylight technology with advanced fire-resistant performance. The result is a robust daylighting solution engineered for buildings where roof access, structural integrity, and fire performance must work together.

Designed for Safe Roof Access

Standard translucent sheeting was never intended to be walked on. Webglas GC FS FireCheck is different.

Engineered to withstand foot traffic for maintenance and emergency access, it provides a secure, stable surface across commercial and industrial roofing systems. As the strongest GRP skylight on the market, it will not buckle or compress like steel profiled sheeting under load.

For facilities with regular rooftop servicing requirements, this is a practical safety upgrade that reduces risk and supports compliant roof access strategies.

Integrated Fire Protection Technology

Fire performance is not an afterthought. It is built into the sheet.

Webglas GC FS FireCheck incorporates halogen-free, intumescent impregnated glass tissue technology. Under flame exposure, this layer forms a protective carbon char barrier that restricts flame spread and limits smoke development.

Independent CSIRO comparative testing demonstrated the superior fire performance of FS FireCheck sheets. Under direct 40 kW flame exposure, the product withstood over 31 minutes of testing, significantly exceeding standard fibreglass and conventional fire-retardant sheeting. The test was concluded at 31 minutes, although the material continued to perform and showed potential to endure substantially longer.

For specifiers, this translates to measurable, verified fire performance under severe conditions.

Tested to Australian and International Standards

Webglas GC FS FireCheck has been rigorously tested against recognised fire standards, including:

• AS/NZS 1530.3:1999

• BS 476-6 and BS 476-7

• ASTM E108:2001 Class A for roof coverings

• AS 5637.1:2015 Group 3

This breadth of testing provides confidence for projects where NCC compliance and performance-based fire engineering are key considerations.

Built for Harsh Australian Conditions

Fire performance does not come at the expense of durability.

Webglas GC FS FireCheck is designed to resist hail impact and extreme weather events. It also features Ampelite’s patented steel PermaLok fixing washer, delivering long-term waterproofing and structural integrity within the roofing system.

With 99 percent UV transmission cut, the sheet reduces heat load while maintaining stable, diffused natural light. This supports energy efficiency objectives while improving occupant comfort.

The product is backed by a 20-year warranty covering trafficable skylight durability, fire performance, and weathering resistance.

Suitable for Compliance-Driven Projects

• Webglas GC FS FireCheck is particularly suited to:
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• Commercial, industrial, and institutional skylight applications
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• Roofing and wall cladding in Class 2 to 9 buildings where fire safety is critical
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• Facilities requiring safe roof access and long-term durability
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• Available in popular profiles such as Trimdek, Corrugated, Spandek, and 700 Decking, and in translucent colours including Ice Clear, Opal, and Cool-Lite, it integrates seamlessly into standard metal roofing systems.

Engineered for Rooftop Safety. Certified for Fire.

For architects, fire engineers, and building designers navigating increasing compliance demands, Webglas GC FS FireCheck provides a clear specification pathway.

It delivers:

• Trafficable rooftop safety

• Verified fire performance

• Structural durability

• Energy-efficient daylighting

Proudly Australian designed and manufactured, Webglas GC FS FireCheck is engineered to meet the dual demands of rooftop safety and fire compliance without compromise.

Build safer. Specify Webglas GC® FS Firecheck.