Pyroguard, a leading independent provider of fire safety glass, has delivered a comprehensive fire safety glazing solution as part of the major redevelopment of the TX Building at Strijp-Tin Eindhoven, The Netherlands. Constructed in 1929 and seen as a significant industrial landmark, the TX Building has been transformed to create 56,000m² of contemporary workspace for high-tech businesses. The redevelopment combines the preservation of the building’s historic character with modern standards for safety, performance and occupant wellbeing.
A key challenge was creating open, light-filled interiors while meeting stringent fire safety requirements across multiple occupancies. Pyroguard supplied more than 2,000m² of fire safety glass through specialist Glasdesign for use in internal partitions, stairways, escape routes and fire compartmentation zones. The design centred on maximising daylight and visual connectivity, while ensuring safe evacuation.
Pyroguard Protect T-EW30/13-1 and T-EW60/13-1 were specified throughout the development. The toughened fire safety glass provides reliable fire integrity and radiant heat control while maintaining high levels of transparency, helping preserve the open character of the building. The specification also achieves a 1B1 impact classification and offers strong acoustic performance and UV stability, contributing to a safe and comfortable environment for occupants.
All glazing was installed within timber framing systems, allowing the project team to retain and enhance the building’s authentic industrial aesthetic. To support the use of fire-resistant glazing, an overall assessment was undertaken by fire safety consultancy Peutz. This validated the proposed installation approach, including the use of pinned glazing beads, ensuring the system met the required fire performance criteria.
For areas requiring enhanced fire protection, Pyroguard Protect T-EI30/18-2 and T-EI60/25-3 were used to provide integrity and insulation performance. In addition to acting as a barrier against flames and smoke, the glazing helps limit heat transfer, supporting compartmentation strategies and helping to maintain safer escape routes in the event of a fire.
Stefan van Gerven, Benelux Sales Director at Pyroguard, said: “Our role was to help create safe, compliant and visually open spaces that respected the character of the original building while meeting the performance expectations of a modern multi-occupancy workplace.”
Sander Pieters, CEO at Glasdesign, added: “This was a technically demanding project that required a glazing solution capable of meeting stringent performance requirements while respecting the architectural vision for the building.” www.pyroguard.eu