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Promat Fire Protection Systems PROMATECT®-FW Systems

January 2002

Promat PROMATECT®-FW

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Product Description

PROMATECT®-FW is a new generation of non-combustible mineral bound PROMAXON® boards. They have asmooth matt upper surface and are off-white in colour. Using Promat’s PROMAXON® technology, PROMATECT®-FW has a superior fire performance, workability, and surface finish to most other fire protection boards. Its high fireperformance generally means lower thicknesses can be used, leading to reduced costs and lower weights.

Physical Properties

Density 780 kg/m3

Combustibility (BS476: Part 4) Non-combustible

Building regulation classificationNon-combustible

Material of limited combustibilityClass O

Thermal conductivity (W/mK) 0.189

Flexural strength, F rupture (N/mm2)Longitudinal (dry)

3.0

Compressive strength (dry) (N/mm2) 4.7

The properties in this table are mean values given for guidance only. If certain properties are critical for a particularapplication it is advisable to consult Promat.

Workability

Cutting: Boards can be cut using a sheet saw withhardened steel teeth, a jig-saw, or a power saw with atungsten carbide tipped blade. It can also be scribedand broken over a straight edge.

Planing & sanding: The edges of the board are easilyplaned, bevelled etc, using rasps or a surform.Conventional papers are adequate for sanding.

Drilling: Generally, the boards do not require to be pre-drilled, but if they do need to be drilled this can becarried out with hand operated or power drills with highspeed drill bits.

Stapling: The boards can be readily fixed usingstaples. If the preferred fixing method varies from thatshown in the relevant detail please consult the PromatTechnical Department. Generally, fixings should not becloser than 40mm from the corners of each board.

Jointing: The board joints do not have to be filled forfire protection purposes providing any joint gap doesnot exceed 2-3mm. If the board is to be painted orplastered, the joints can be filled with eitherPROMAPLAST® or a standard gypsum filler. The latterwill require the board to be sealed with two coats ofdiluted PVA as described below under ‘plastering’.

Plastering: As the board already has a plastered finishand is available with tapered edges, the most common

method of finishing is by only covering the joints withscrim and filler (see ‘jointing’). However, if thecomplete surface is being plastered 3mm ofPROMAPLAST® can be applied without sealant.Alternatively seal the board with at least two coats ofdiluted PVA (coat 1 - water : PVA, 5:1, coat 2 - water: PVA, 1:3) and apply 3mm of a standard finishingplaster. The plaster manufacturer’s recommendationsshould be followed at all times.

Painting: With water based paints, at least two coatsare required. a slightly diluted first coat should beused. In areas that are liable to get knocked orscratched and for oil based paints, a suitable alkaliresisting primer should be used. The manufacturer’srecommendations should be followed at all times.

Tiling: Ceramic tiles can normally be applied usingready-mixed acrylic tile adhesive. Other types of tile,for example, thick marble conglomerate, will requirethe boards to be sealed with a suitable primer beforeapplying a cementitious adhesive. Therecommendation of the tile manufacturer and/or areputable adhesive manufacturer should be followedat all times.

Papering: Please consult the Promat TechnicalDepartment.


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Board Sizes & Weights

Thickness (mm) Board Size (mm) Approx. Weight (kg/m2)

15

2400 x 12002500 x 12002700 x 12003000 x 1200

10.5

202400 x 12002700 x 12003000 x 1200

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PROMATECT®-FW is available with either a square edge or a tapered edge. Other sizes and thicknesses areavailable on request, depending on quantity.

Handling

Boards should be carried on their edge and notdropped onto the ground, trestles etc.

Storage

All boards should be stored flat, clear of the groundand well protected from the weather and physicaldamage. The packing provided should not beregarded as sufficient protection for storage in theopen.

Health & Safety & Waste Management

A health and safety data sheet is available from thePromat Technical Department and, as with any othermaterials, should be read before working with theboard. The board is not classified as a dangeroussubstance and so no special provisions are requiredregarding the carriage and disposal of the product tothe landfill. They can be placed in an on-site skip withother general building waste which should bedisposed of by a registered contractor.

Limitations

PROMATECT®-FW, if fixed in accordance with Promatrecommendations, will not sag or fall away, providingthe area is not permanently wet, humid or poorlyventilated. The product is not suitable for exposedexternal use.


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Promat Firewall Systems

Promat Firewall non-loadbearing partitions comprise single layers of PROMATECT®-FW secured to a lightweightsteel ‘C’ section or ‘I’ section stud and track frame. They can provide 60, 90 and 120 minutes fire protection (integrityand insulation). The single layer constructions are both cost effective and space saving solutions for lightweight firerated partitions. The partitions also provide strong systems with a good acoustic performance. Their superior surfaceand tapered edges lead to rapid finishing and decorating.

Design Considerations

The following points are some of the factors which should be considered when determining the correct specificationto ensure a wall or partition will provide the required fire performance. Further advice can of course be obtained fromthe Promat Technical Department.

Studwork: The design of studwork should be adequate for the height and length of the partition and its location inthe building. Please see performance tables 1 and 2.

Deflection: When differential movement is expected a deflection head detail is required. See solutions in theApplication Details.

Partition length: A vertical movement joint should be located at maximum 10m centres in long partition runs. Seesolutions in Application Details.

Cavity Barriers: The building regulations guidance documents specify where provision of cavity barriers arerequired.

Loadbearing Walls/Partitions: Our PROMATECT®-FW partitions provide examples of non-loadbearing solutions. Forloadbearing elements, please consult the Promat Technical Department.

Service Penetrations: Care needs to be taken in detailing a suitable fire-stopping system around any penetration ofthe partition by services to ensure a) the fire-stopping material remains in situ b) fire and smoke do not penetratethe partition. Allowance must be made for thermal movement of the services in both ambient and fire conditions toensure loads are not applied to the partition linings. PROMASEAL® penetration seals are generally suitable for thisapplication. See typical solutions in Application Details, and for further information, please consult the PromatTechnical Department.

Fire Doors & Glazing: Tested or assessed door and/or glazed assemblies should always be used eg. PromatSYSTEMGLAS®. In most cases additional framework will be required to prevent loads being applied to the partition.For further advice consult the Promat Technical Department.

Adjoining Walls, Roofs, Beams & Coloumns: It is vital that any building elements that the partition is connected toshould not collapse or deflect excessively in the event in fire. Care should also be taken that the fire integrity andfire insulation of the system are not comprised by structural beams and coloumns within the partition. This willgenerally mean that intumescent coatings cannot be used for the protection of structural steelwork in theseapplications.

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Performance Information

Performance information for partitions and shaftwallconstructions.

Standard ‘C’ stud Partitions.

Fire Resistance (mins)

(Integrity &Insulation)

90120

1520

1 layer each side ofstud


48 x 0.548 x 0.5

7888

2229

90120

1520



60 x 0.560 x 0.5

90100

2229

90120

1520



70 x 0.570 x 0.5

100110

2330

90120

1520



92 x 1.292 x 1.2

122132

2330

90120

1520



146 x 0.7146 x 0.7

176186

2431

BoardThickness

(mm)Partition

Construction

Stud Size &Thickness

(mm)

Nominal Width(mm)

Weight(kg/m2)

Dimensions

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Maximum Heights - Medium Duty(Office Accommodation)

Stud Centres (mm)

Maximum Heights - Heavy Duty(Public Circulation & Industrial Areas)

Stud Centres (mm)

Maximum Heights - Severe Duty(Major Circulation & Heavy

Industrial Areas)Stud Centres (mm)

300 400 600 300Boxed

400Boxed

600Boxed

300 400 600 300Boxed

400Boxed

600Boxed

300 400 600 300Boxed

400Boxed

600Boxed

4.74.8

3.74.0

3.23.5

5.55.6

4.74.8

4.04.2

4.34.4

3.43.6

2.93.2

5.05.1

4.34.4

3.73.9

3.83.9

2.93.1

2.52.8

4.44.5

3.83.9

3.23.4

5.15.2

4.34.4

4.04.1

6.16.2

5.25.3

4.54.6

4.74.8

3.73.9

3.63.7

5.65.7

4.74.8

4.24.3

4.24.2

3.43.5

3.23.3

4.84.9

4.14.2

3.63.7

5.85.8

4.95.0

4.44.4

6.86.8

5.75.8

5.15.1

5.35.3

4.44.6

4.04.0

6.26.2

5.25.3

4.74.7

4.64.6

3.94.0

3.53.5

5.45.4

4.54.6

4.14.1

7.17.1

6.06.1

5.25.3

8.18.1

7.07.0

6.06.1

6.66.6

5.45.5

4.74.8

7.37.3

6.26.2

5.45.5

5.55.5

4.54.6

4.14.2

6.66.6

5.85.9

5.25.3

9.19.1

7.47.6

6.66.8

10.610.6

9.29.2

7.88.0

8.38.3

6.87.0

6.06.2

9.69.7

8.38.3

7.17.2

7.27.2

5.96.1

5.35.4

8.48.4

7.37.3

6.26.3


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Performance Information

Performance information for partitions and shaftwallconstructions.

Standard ‘I’ stud Partitions.

Fire Resistance (mins)

(Integrity &Insulation)

90120

1520



48 x 0.5548 x 0.55

7888

2330

90120

1520



60 x 0.5560 x 0.55

90100

2330

90120

1520



70 x 0.770 x 0.7

100110

2430.5

90120

1520



92 x 0.992 x 0.9

122132

2431

90120

1520



146 x 0.9146 x 0.9

176186

2532

BoardThickness

(mm)Partition

Construction

Stud Size &Thickness

(mm)

Partition Width(mm)

Weight(kg/m2)

Dimensions


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Maximum Heights - Medium Duty(Office Accommodation)

Stud Centres (mm)

Maximum Heights - Heavy Duty(Public Circulation & Industrial Areas)

Stud Centres (mm)

Maximum Heights - Severe Duty(Major Circulation & Heavy

Industrial Areas)Stud Centres (mm)

300 400 600 300 400 600 300 400 600

5.85.9

5.15.2

4.54.5

5.35.4

4.64.7

4.14.1

4.64.7

4.14.1

3.63.6

5.96.1

5.15.3

4.54.7

5.35.5

4.74.8

4.14.2

4.74.8

4.14.2

3.63.7

7.37.4

6.46.5

5.65.7

6.76.8

5.85.9

5.15.2

5.85.9

5.15.2

4.54.5

9.29.3

8.18.2

7.17.2

8.48.5

7.37.4

6.46.5

7.37.4

6.46.5

5.65.7

11.311.5

9.910.1

8.68.8

10.310.5

9.09.2

7.98.0

9.09.2

7.98.0

6.97.0

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Application Details

Head & Base Wall Junction

T-Junction Corner Detail

Door Jamb Detail Glazing Detail


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1Where only minimal deflection between floors isexpected, cut vertical studs approximately 10mm shortat the top to allow for expansion in fire.

If floor slab is uneven it is advisable to secure trackthrough rock wool gasket .

Deflection Head Detail (1)

1

2Where large defections between top and bottom trackare expected, replace standard track with deep track

(for •± 15mm movement) or pair of angles (forgreater than •± 15mm movement).

Secure to element above through adequate thicknessof PROMATECT®-FW filler strips . Ensure

Deflection Head Detail (2)

2 3 1

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PROMATECT®-FW Steel Studs Gap equal to expected movement. PROMATECT®-FW cover strip in cavity. Secure to

one side of joint only. Ensure adequate movement gapbetween strip and stud.

Movement Joint Detail


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2

3

1 PROMATECT®-FW thickness dependent on fire

rating required. Cut board edges short of srroundingwall. Steel perimeter channel PROMATECT®-FW filler strip between perimeter

end frame and surrounding element.

PROMATECT®-FW Shadow Gap

1

2

3

PROMATECT®-FW wall construction. Stud frame around opening of penetration PROMASEAL® Fire Stopping.

Please note: for ductwork it may be necessary toinstall a fire damper and/or to encase the duct with aPromat Fire Protection system.

Steel Pipe or Duct Penetrations.


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Partition Junction with Steel Columns

Junction to web of column (option 1)

Junction to flange of column

Junction to web of column (option 2)


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PROMATECT®-FW Partitions

4

2

1

3

PROMATECT®-FW

* Include PROMATECT®-FW cover strips athorizontal transverse joints. Cover strips 100mmwide.

Self tapping screws, 38mm long, at max 300mm centres.

Steel ‘C’ studs. See performance table for stud sizes for various partition heights.

Horizontal top and bottom track to suit steel studs fixed to surrounding structure using suitable fixings at 500mm centres.

‘C’ Studs

4

2

3

1

PROMATECT® -FW

* Include PROMATECT®-FW cover strips athorizontal transverse joints. Cover strips 100mmwide.

Self tapping screws, 38mm long, at max 300mm centres.

Steel ‘I’ studs. See performance table for stud sizes for various partition heights.

Horizontal top and bottom track to suit steel studs fixed to surrounding structure usingsuitable fixings at 500mm centres.

‘I’ Studs

60 mins 90 mins 120 mins1 x 15mm each

side1 x 15mm each

side*1 x 20mm each

side *

Thicknesses to achieve integrity & insulation

60 mins 90 mins 120 mins1 x 15mm each

side1 x 15mm each

side*1 x 20mm each

side *

Thicknesses to achieve integrity & insulation


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PROMATECT®-FW Shaftwall

PROMATECT®-FW* Include PROMATECT®-FW cover strips at

horizontal transverse joints, 100mm wide.

Self tapping screws, 50mm long, at max 300mm centres. Steel ‘I’ studs. See performance table for ‘I’ stud

sizes for various partition heights. PROMATECT®-FW cover fillets, 100mm wide x

board thickness screwed to access face of studs and track at 600mm centres. PROMATECT®-FW cover strips, 100mm wide x

board thickness fixed behind horizontal transverse joints. Angle or channel can be wedged in cavity or

angle should be fixed to web of stud.To restrain shaft face lining. Perimeter channel track

Shaftwall

Shaftwall at wall plan Shaftwall at wall junction

PROMATECT® -FW

First layer - self tapping screws, 38mm long, at max 600mm centres.Second layer - self tapping screws, 50mm long, at max 300mm centres.

Stagger joint between layers by a min 300mm Steel ‘I’ or ‘C’ studs. Please consult Promat

technical department for stud size. Horizontal top and bottom track to suit steel

studs fixed to surrounding structure usingsuitable fixings at 500mm centres.

Shaftwall

60 mins2 x 15mm on

one side

Thicknesses to achieve integrity & insulation2

1

4

3


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PROMATECT®-FW Corridor Membrane Ceilings

Promat have solutions for non-loadbearing corridor membrane ceilings spanning between PROMATECT® -FWpartitions and/or masonry wall constructions.

PROMATECT® -FW membrane ceilings for corridors can provide up to 60 minute fire ratings (integrity andinsulation) where the fire risk may be from above or below, and can span up to 3 metres wide.

Please refer to our table below with frame sizes to suit various corridor widths.

Span(m)

1.52.02.53.0

600600600600

‘C’ stud‘C’ stud‘C’ stud‘C’ stud

146 x 35 x 0.7146 x 35 x 0.7

146 x 35 x 0.7boxed146 x 35 x 0.7boxed

1.52.02.53.0

600600600600

‘I’ stud‘I’ stud‘I’ stud‘I’ stud

92 x 40 x 0.992 x 40 x 0.9

146 x 40 x 0.9146 x 40 x 0.9

Frame Centres(mm) Frame Type Frame Size

(mm)


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60 minute PROMATECT®-FW Membrane Ceilings (Integrity & Insulation)

PROMATECT®-FW 15mm above and below steel frame fixed with 38 mm self tapping screws at 300mm nominal centres. Galvanised steel frame at max. 600mm centres.

For stud sizes see table on page15. Perimeter channel fixed to surrounding wall

using suitable fixings at maximum 500mmcentres.

Perimeter joints filled with PROMASEAL®

Intumescent Mastic.

PROMATECT®-FW Membrane Ceiling

PROMATECT®-FW 15mm thick above and below steel frame. Fixed using 38mm self tappingscrews at 300mm centres. Galvanised steel frame at max. 600 mm centres.

For stud sizes see table on page 15. End channels fixed to wall, and connected to top

track of partition wall . Top track of partition wall. Perimeter joint filled with PROMASEAL®

Intumescent Mastic. PROMATECT® -FW, 60 minute partition.

PROMATECT®-FW Membrane CeilingConnection to Partition Wall

2

5

3

1

1

6

4

3

3

4

2

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