Airtight Access Panels — Tested for Air Leakage

Air leakage through service penetrations can undermine an entire building's energy strategy. In hospitals, laboratories, data centres, and Passivhaus developments, uncontrolled air movement compromises comfort, compliance, and running costs. Our airtight access panels are pressure-tested to European standards, giving specifiers and contractors verified performance they can trust.

Last updated: March 2026 · Reviewed by Rapid Access Technical Team

Airtight access panel showing gasket seal and steel frame

Airtight Performance

Sealed & Tested
for Air Control

Tested to EN 1026:2016 and classified to EN 12207:2016, achieving Class 3 and Class 4 airtightness ratings. Suitable for Passivhaus, BREEAM, and NHS HTM environments.

Independently Tested

Tested to EN 1026:2016 and classified to EN 12207:2016 by accredited laboratories. Full test reports supplied with every order.

Class 3 & Class 4 Ratings

Achieves the highest airtightness performance classes available, suitable for demanding environments including Passivhaus and BREEAM projects.

Fire + Airtight Combined

Optional fire-rated and acoustic-rated combinations. Fire ratings from 30 to 120 minutes can be paired with Class 3 or Class 4 airtightness.

Gasket Seals & Compression Locks

Integrated gasket seals and compression locks for reliable airtight performance. Multiple face types available including plasterboard and metal.

Technical Data

Quick Specs

Key performance data for airtight access panels. All ratings are independently tested.

Specification	Value
Air Tightness Standard	BS EN 1026:2016
Air Permeability	Class 4 at 600Pa
Application	Walls & Ceilings
Face Types	Metal / Plasterboard
Frame Types	Beaded / Picture Frame
Seals	Compression + gasket
Lead Time	3–5 working days
Manufacture	UK (Nuneaton)

Advantages

Advantages of Airtight
Access Panels

Engineered to maintain building envelope integrity while providing clean, reliable access to concealed services.

Maintains Building Envelope Integrity

Prevents air leakage through service penetrations, protecting the building's energy strategy and maintaining comfort levels throughout the occupied space.

Enhances Energy Efficiency

Improves HVAC performance and supports Part L compliance. Reduces energy waste by eliminating uncontrolled air paths through service access points.

Tested to European Standards

Independently verified to EN 1026 and EN 12207. Every panel leaving our facility has been verified to meet the airtightness class specified, with full test reports included.

Flexible Design Options

Plasterboard or metal-faced, multiple frame and lock types. Bespoke sizes manufactured to your exact specification with no minimum or maximum size restriction.

Fast UK Manufacture

Panels delivered in 3–5 working days with full certification. Bespoke and made-to-measure panels follow the same lead times from our Nuneaton facility.

UK Manufacturer Direct

No middlemen, no imports. Full control of production, quality and delivery from our Nuneaton facility. Airtightness test reports and compliance documentation supplied as standard.

Applications

Where Airtight Access
Panels Are Used

Our airtight panels are specified wherever building envelope integrity and air control are critical.

Airtight access panels in hospital corridors and cleanrooms

Hospitals & Cleanrooms

Critical air control in wards, corridors, operating theatres and clean rooms.

Airtight access panels in laboratory and research facilities

Laboratories & Research

Sealed access for research facilities requiring strict air control and containment.

Airtight access panels in commercial offices and low-energy buildings

Commercial & Low-Energy

Offices, retail and commercial buildings targeting reduced energy consumption.

Airtight access panels in data centres and control rooms

Data Centres & Control Rooms

Sealed access to M&E systems in temperature-controlled environments.

Airtight access panels in education and healthcare projects

Education & Healthcare

Schools, colleges and healthcare facilities requiring airtight building envelopes.

Airtight access panels in Passivhaus and BREEAM developments

Passivhaus & BREEAM

Tested developments requiring the highest levels of airtightness performance.

How It Works

From Enquiry to Delivery

A streamlined process designed for speed and precision, from initial consultation to site delivery.

Consultation

Discuss your project requirements, including sizes, ratings, quantities, and finishes with our technical team.

Specification

We provide a detailed specification sheet, CAD drawings, and a competitive quotation within 24 hours.

Manufacture

Panels are CNC-cut, formed, assembled, and finished in our UK facility with full quality traceability.

Delivery

Nationwide delivery on palletised, shrink-wrapped consignments. Standard lead time 3-5 working days.

Common Questions

Airtight Access Panel
FAQ

Everything you need to know about specifying and ordering airtight access panels.

What airtightness classes are available for access panels?

Our airtight access panels achieve Class 3 and Class 4 airtightness ratings when tested to EN 1026:2016 and classified to EN 12207:2016. These are the highest performance classes available, suitable for demanding environments including Passivhaus, BREEAM, and NHS HTM projects.

What standards are airtight access panels tested to?

All airtight access panels are independently tested to EN 1026:2016 for air permeability and classified to EN 12207:2016 for airtightness classification. Testing measures both air infiltration and exfiltration under controlled pressure conditions. Full test reports and certification are supplied with every order.

Can I get fire and airtight ratings combined in one panel?

Yes. We manufacture multi-rated access panels that combine airtightness with fire resistance. Fire ratings from 30 to 120 minutes can be paired with Class 3 or Class 4 airtightness, and acoustic performance can also be added. This means one panel can satisfy multiple specification requirements.

What face types are available for airtight access panels?

Airtight access panels are available in metal faced and plasterboard faced options. Metal faced panels come with beaded or picture frame profiles for a clean, durable finish. Plasterboard faced panels can be skimmed and painted to blend seamlessly with the surrounding wall or ceiling surface.

Are airtight access panels suitable for Passivhaus projects?

Yes. Our airtight access panels are widely specified on Passivhaus, BREEAM, and low-energy building projects. The Class 3 and Class 4 ratings achieved under EN 12207:2016 provide the level of airtightness performance required for these standards. Each panel is supplied with airtightness test reports for design team and building control approval.

Are custom sizes available for airtight access panels?

Yes. We manufacture bespoke airtight access panels to your exact dimensions. Custom panels are built with the same gasket seals, compression locks, and face options as standard sizes. There is no minimum or maximum size restriction, and all bespoke units are supplied with full certification and test documentation.

Total Seal. Tested Performance.