Fire Rated Meter Overboxes

Tested Fire Protection for Every Meter Cupboard.

When fire safety is non-negotiable, your meter enclosure cannot be an afterthought. Our fire rated meter overboxes are tested to BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 with ratings up to 120 minutes, protecting gas, electric, and water meters in corridors, risers, and communal areas. Manufactured in zintec steel. Delivered in days, not weeks.

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Meter cupboards penetrate fire compartments in corridors, risers, and communal areas. An unprotected opening around a gas or electric meter can compromise the entire fire strategy. Our fire rated meter overboxes restore compartmentation, protect utilities, and give Building Control the certification they need to sign off your project.

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

Fire rated meter overbox by Rapid Access

Fire Protection

Fire Testing
& Certification

Every fire rated meter overbox is independently tested under BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 to confirm fire resistance performance. Each unit is supplied with test documentation, installation guidance, and compliance data ready for submission to Building Control.

Tested Fire Protection

Independently tested to BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 by UKAS-accredited laboratories. Full certification supplied with every order for Building Control submission.

Ratings Up to 120 Minutes

Available in 30, 60, 90, and 120 minute fire ratings to match your building's compartmentation requirements and fire strategy.

Intumescent Seals Included

All fire rated overboxes include intumescent seals as standard, expanding under heat to maintain compartmentation integrity around the meter.

Bespoke Sizes Available

Non-standard meter cupboard? We manufacture custom sizes to your exact dimensions with no minimum order quantity and the same fire certification.

Technical Data

Quick Specs

Full specification data for fire rated meter overboxes. All fire ratings are independently tested.

Specification	Value
Fire Standard	BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 & BS EN 1364-2:2018
Fire Rating	30 / 60 / 90 / 120 min
Meter Types	Gas / Electric / Water
Material	Zintec steel
Lock Options	Budget / Keyed / Coin-operated
Finish	White powder coated
Lead Time	3–5 working days
Manufacture	UK (Nuneaton)

Advantages

Advantages of Fire Rated
Meter Overboxes

Purpose-built fire protection for gas, electric, and water meters, maintaining compartmentation and delivering Building Control-ready certification.

Restores Fire Compartmentation

Protects the fire integrity of corridors and communal areas by enclosing meter openings that would otherwise compromise compartmentation.

Building Control Ready

Tested to BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 with full certification and documentation supplied, ready for Building Control sign-off and specification submission.

Fits All UK Meter Types

Standard sizes accommodate gas, electric, and water meters used across residential and commercial buildings throughout the UK.

Secure Meter Access

Multiple lock options ensure meters remain accessible for reading and maintenance while preventing unauthorised access and tampering.

Fast UK Delivery

Standard and bespoke fire rated overboxes available within 3 to 5 working days from our UK manufacturing facility. No import delays.

UK Manufacturer Direct

No middlemen, no imports. Full control of production, quality, and delivery direct from our Nuneaton factory to your site.

Sectors & Environments

Where Fire Rated Meter
Overboxes Are Used

Specified and trusted across thousands of residential and commercial projects throughout the UK.

Fire rated meter overboxes in residential apartment blocks

Apartment Blocks & High-Rise

Corridors, risers, and communal areas in multi-storey residential developments.

Fire rated meter overboxes in commercial buildings

Residential Corridors

Communal hallways and corridors where meters penetrate fire compartment walls.

Social Housing

Sheltered accommodation and social housing blocks requiring fire compartmentation upgrades.

Fire rated meter overboxes in commercial lobbies

Commercial & Shared Areas

Lobbies and shared service areas in commercial and mixed-use developments.

Refurbishment & Retrofit

Fire safety upgrade programmes and refurbishment of existing buildings.

Mixed-Use & Student

Mixed-use developments and student accommodation with shared utility infrastructure.

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 meter dimensions, fire ratings, lock types and finishes with our technical team.

Specification

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

Manufacture

Every overbox is CNC-cut, formed, assembled and powder-coated in our UK facility with full quality traceability.

Delivery

Nationwide delivery within 3-5 working days. All units palletised and protected for safe transit.

Common Questions

Fire Rated Meter Overbox FAQ

Everything you need to know about specifying, ordering and installing fire rated meter overboxes.

What fire ratings are available for meter overboxes?

Our fire rated meter overboxes are available in 30, 60, 90, and 120 minute integrity ratings. The required rating depends on the fire strategy for your building and the compartmentation requirements around the meter location. All ratings are independently tested to BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 and tested by UKAS-accredited laboratories.

What standard are fire rated meter overboxes tested to?

All fire rated meter overboxes are independently tested to BS 476 Part 22, BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 and BS EN 1364-2:2018 for fire resistance. Testing is carried out by UKAS-accredited laboratories and covers integrity and insulation performance. Test reports and full compliance documentation are supplied with every order, ready for Building Control submission.

What types of meters fit inside a fire rated overbox?

Our fire rated meter overboxes are designed to accommodate gas, electric, and water meters. Standard sizes cover all common UK meter types used in residential corridors and commercial buildings. For non-standard meter configurations or multi-meter installations, we manufacture bespoke sizes to your exact dimensions.

What sizes are available for fire rated meter overboxes?

We manufacture fire rated meter overboxes in a range of standard sizes that cover the most common UK meter installations. Bespoke sizes are also available, manufactured to your exact width, height, and depth requirements. Custom overboxes maintain identical fire performance and are supplied with the same certification as standard units.

How quickly can fire rated meter overboxes be delivered?

Standard fire rated meter overboxes ship within 3 to 5 working days from our Nuneaton manufacturing facility. Bespoke and made-to-measure overboxes are typically ready within the same timeframe. We manufacture everything in the UK, so there are no import delays or extended lead times.

Can fire rated meter overboxes be custom manufactured?

Yes. We manufacture bespoke fire rated meter overboxes to your exact dimensions. There is no minimum order quantity. Custom overboxes maintain identical fire performance and are supplied with the same certification and documentation as standard sizes. Contact our specification team to discuss your requirements.

Tested Fire Protection for Every Meter Cupboard.