GENERIC INSTALLATION DATA SHEET

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Epoxy intumescent castings are designed for use as high decorative fire protection to circular hollow sections. The casting complies with fire ratings up to 180 minutes for cellulosic and hydrocarbon fire curves. Alternatively, the casting can be used for lower fire ratings that need to withstand harsh conditions not afforded by other forms of fire protection. Please refer to the generic material data sheets for mechanical properties.

2. WHERE IT IS USED

On circular hollow sections where the aesthetics form an integral part of the building design

Areas that are required to withstand harsh weather conditions
Heavy industrial, defence and construction industries. Ideally suited for public areas to resist impact damage
Uses include atriums, shopping malls, airport terminals, leisure complexes and office buildings.

3 METHOD OF SUPPLY

All castings are manufactured and despatched under our quality control procedure
The casting is supplied in two halves together with a protective outer liner for transportation
The components are 1000 mm long
The outer liner can be reused for easy on-site protection after installation.

5. CASTING WALL THICKNESS

The minimum wall thickness delivered to site is 8.0 mm. Increases in this thickness will be subject to the fire rating and the steel size.

6. LIMITATIONS ON INSTALLATION CONDITIONS

Installation temperature: minimum 5°C and 35°C maximum
Installation Humidity 85%
Due point 2 degrees minimum
Castings should be installed as soon as possible
Storage: between 2°C to 25°C for a maximum period of 6 months.

7. GENERAL OUTLINE METHOD OF FIXING

Fixing the casting half shells to the steel should be carried out by a recommended and trained installer who is FIRAS registered. Below is a brief explanation of the operations required:-

Ensure the steel is prepared correctly before installing the system
Check the primer coat is compatible with the epoxy materials
Remove the inner and outer liners and present the half shell to the column to ensure the correct fit
Cut out for cleats etc. as required
Apply a 2 mm layer of adhesive evenly to the inside of the shell
Present the coated casting to the column ensuring it is positioned correctly and in line with the corresponding section
Fill gaps with epoxy intumescent adhesive
Fill minor blemishes with standard epoxy filler
Fill joints smoothly and rub down to the required finish
Finish to the correct specification
Topseal to the correct specification and colour required.

IMPORTANT:

This data sheet should be read in conjunction with:-

The Generic Technical Information Sheet and The generic Material Safety Data Sheet

Note:

This information is offered in good faith but without guarantee or liability. In cases of doubt, users should consult with the relevant authority.

Interact Fire Solutions Limited states that the information given herein is supplied for your guidance only and is based upon the results of controlled tests and experience obtained in the application of the product.

As the supplier only Interact Fire Solutions Limited has no control over the method or conditions of application of the product and consequently no warranties expressed or implied are intended to be given as to the coverage or performance of the products mentioned or referred to herein and no liability will be accepted for any loss, damage or physical injury resulting from the use or application of the information, data or products mentioned or referred to herein