Pyroplex Linear Gap Seal
Pyroplex Linear Gap Seal
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<strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> - 2 Hour fire rated Product Data Sheet<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> is an elastomeric<br />
foam/intumescent strip construction intended for use as<br />
an expansion joint filler. They are suitable for use on<br />
concrete, masonry and porous concrete wall<br />
constructions as well as steel girders and concrete floor<br />
constructions.<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> is fire rated up to 2 hours and<br />
is available in seven standard sizes which are suitable for<br />
gaps up to 150mm.<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> are tested to BS476 Part<br />
20:1987 and many other International Standards.<br />
Certifire Certificate No. Cf598<br />
Available range<br />
LGS20/2 LGS25/2 LGS50/2 LGS75/2 LGS100/2<br />
field of Application<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> has been specifically designed to<br />
prevent the passage of fire and hot gases through:<br />
• concrete, masonry and porous concrete wall constructions.<br />
• concrete floor construction.<br />
Product features<br />
• <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> has achieved a fire rating of up to 2<br />
hours.<br />
• 7 standard sizes to cover gaps up to 150mm.<br />
• No mechanical fixings required.<br />
• Excellent compression/deflection characteristics.<br />
Product range<br />
Part<br />
Number<br />
Number of<br />
foam Layers<br />
<strong>Gap</strong> Size<br />
range (mm)<br />
Cross Section<br />
W x D (mm)<br />
Length<br />
(metres)<br />
Lengths<br />
per Box<br />
LGS20/2 1 20mm 29mm x 12mm 1m 350<br />
LGS25/2 2 25mm 33mm x 20mm 1m 180<br />
LGS50/2 3 50mm 61mm x 35mm 1m 50<br />
LGS75/2 4 75mm 80mm x 50mm 1m 30<br />
LGS100/2 5 100mm 117mm x 100mm 1m 10<br />
LGS125/2 6 125mm 147mm x 125mm 1m 6<br />
LGS150/2 7 150mm 170mm x 125mm 1m 7<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong> Limited, The Furlong, Droitwich, Worcestershire WR9 9BG, UK<br />
Tel: +44 (0)1905 795432 Fax: +44(0)1905 791878<br />
Email: info@pyroplex.com Web: www.pyroplex.com<br />
QUiCK VieW<br />
Application: Movement joints - Walls and Floors<br />
fire resistance Period: 120 minutes<br />
insulation/integrity: Insulation and Integrity<br />
test Standard: BS476 Part 20: 1987<br />
Approval type: Certifire CF598<br />
LGS125/2 LGS150/2<br />
Product testing<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® have carried out numerous independent fire<br />
resistance tests to confirm the suitability of the product and to<br />
demonstrate product compliance by utilising BS476: Part 20<br />
1987 and other international standards.<br />
Refer to technical data sheet in Assessment Report No.<br />
WF162211 and this is available on request from <strong>Pyroplex</strong>®.<br />
The product complies with Certificate TS40 under Certificate No.<br />
CF598.<br />
installation instructions<br />
1. The wall or floor must be of solid construction. The <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong><br />
<strong>Seal</strong> selected must be the correct size for the gap to be filled.<br />
2. Simply push fit the <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> into position.<br />
related Products<br />
We recommend the use of <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Intumescent Acrylic or<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Fire Rated Silicone for residual gaps and face<br />
finishing.<br />
Health and Safety information<br />
For detailed information on this product please refer to the<br />
relevant Material Safety Data Sheet which is available on<br />
request or downloadable at www.pyroplex.com.<br />
transportation<br />
No regulations apply for the transport of this material. Not<br />
classified as hazardous for road, rail, sea or air transport.
<strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> - 2 Hour fire rated Product Data Sheet<br />
Product Storage<br />
Store dry and in a cool place (not above 35°C) and ensure<br />
sufficient ventilation.<br />
Product Guarantee<br />
Providing the product is installed in accordance with the<br />
requirements of the guidance document the product is<br />
guaranteed for a period of 10 years.<br />
Quality Approval<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Limited has a Quality Management System that<br />
meets the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001:2000, and is<br />
independently verified by BSI Quality Assurance under<br />
Certificate FM10371.<br />
technical Support and Guidance<br />
Should you require any further information regarding this<br />
product please contact <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Limited or visit our website,<br />
www.pyroplex.com where you will be able to download<br />
Material Safety and Technical Data Sheets.<br />
Additional information<br />
The information contained herein is based upon the present<br />
state of our knowledge. Recipients of our <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® products<br />
must take responsibility for observing existing laws and<br />
regulations.<br />
Due to our policy of continuous improvement <strong>Pyroplex</strong>®<br />
Limited reserves the right to amend specifications without prior<br />
notice.<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong> Limited, The Furlong, Droitwich, Worcestershire WR9 9BG, UK<br />
Tel: +44 (0)1905 795432 Fax: +44(0)1905 791878<br />
Email: info@pyroplex.com Web: www.pyroplex.com<br />
QUiCK VieW<br />
Application: Movement joints - Walls and Floors<br />
fire resistance Period: 120 minutes<br />
insulation/integrity: Insulation and Integrity<br />
test Standard: BS476 Part 20: 1987<br />
Approval type: Certifire CF598<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Jargon Buster<br />
At <strong>Pyroplex</strong>, in response to feedback from our customers<br />
and distributors, we understand that some of the terms and<br />
references used within the passive fire protection industry,<br />
and in our documentation, often need explaining in more<br />
detail. Throughout our datasheets we include, where<br />
possible, our jargon buster panels to help clarify recurring<br />
terms and references.<br />
What are BS references, with particular reference to<br />
BS476?<br />
BSI British Standards is a component of the UK’s National<br />
Standards Body (NSB). It represents UK economic and social<br />
interests across all of the European and International<br />
Standards Organisations and through the development of<br />
business information solutions for British Organisations of<br />
all sectors and sizes.<br />
Standards help to make life simpler and to increase the<br />
reliability and the effectiveness of many goods and services<br />
we use. They are intended to be aspirational rather than<br />
general practice. Although the standards are designed as<br />
voluntary, laws and regulations may refer to certain<br />
standards and make compliance with them compulsory.<br />
There are five types of British Standards:<br />
• Specifications<br />
• Methods<br />
• Guides<br />
• Vocabularies<br />
• Codes of Practice<br />
These all carry the prefix BS and all have the same status<br />
and authority.<br />
There is a wide range of BS relating to fire safety<br />
regulations. One area of fire safety is BS476 which is<br />
concerned with fire testing on building materials and<br />
structures.<br />
When the tests are undertaken the results of the tests are<br />
expressed as a number of minutes for each of the following<br />
characteristics:<br />
• Stability<br />
• Integrity<br />
• Insulation
<strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong> - 2 hour Fire Rated<br />
Field of Application<br />
The <strong>Pyroplex</strong> range of <strong>Linear</strong> gap <strong>Seal</strong>s have been specifically<br />
designed to reinstate the fire resistance of a wall or floor that has<br />
been provided with movement joint. The system is designed to<br />
expand under fire conditions to restrict the passage of fire<br />
through the movement joint to provide and maintain fire<br />
resistance barrier up to 2 hours.<br />
Service Penetrations<br />
The <strong>Pyroplex</strong> range of <strong>Linear</strong> gap <strong>Seal</strong>s are not suitable for use on<br />
penetrating services, such as soil, waste and drainage applications.<br />
Structural Constructions<br />
The wall or floor which has been provided with movement joint<br />
must have density range of between 450 to 2300kg/m3 and have a<br />
minimum thickness of not less than 150mm. The movement joint,<br />
must be clean and free from residual debris.<br />
Test Reports<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® have carried out numerous independent fire resistance<br />
tests to confirm the suitability of the product and to demonstrate<br />
product compliance by utilising BS476: Part 20 1987 and other<br />
international standards. The product complies with Certificate<br />
TS40 under Certificate No. CF598.<br />
Refer to technical data sheet in Assessment Report No. WF162211<br />
and this is available on request from <strong>Pyroplex</strong>®.<br />
Specifications of <strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong>s<br />
The foam is a open cellular elastomeric foam exhibits a high<br />
compression/deflection recovery under sustained compression.<br />
The foam achieves a high classification to reaction to fire and does<br />
not support a flame or develop burning droplets.<br />
Intumescent Material<br />
The intumescent material is based upon an expandable graphite,<br />
which when heated expands multi-directionally generating high<br />
pressure to fill the cavity of the movement joint. The expanded<br />
graphite exhibits sufficient char to restrict the passage of fire<br />
through the movement joint for a period of 2 hours fire resistance.<br />
Installation Guidance Notes<br />
Check the likely direction of the fire, in some cases it maybe<br />
necessary to install two seals to achieve other Building<br />
Regulations such as acoustic or air tightness. This information can<br />
be obtained from the architect, or specifier or Building Control<br />
officer or local Building Regulations.<br />
1. Measure the movement joint to establish seal type required.<br />
2. Ensure that the joint detail is free from building debris,<br />
which could interfere with the installation process.<br />
3. Remove the seal from its immediate packaging and<br />
commence to install the seal within the joint, by compressing<br />
and publish the seal into the cavity. Care should be taken to<br />
during installation as to not tear the seal.<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Limited, The Furlong, Droitwich, Worcestershire WR9 9Bg, UK<br />
Tel: +44 (0)1905 795432 Fax: +44(0)1905 791878<br />
Email: info@pyroplex.com Web: www.pyroplex.com<br />
Technical Data Sheet<br />
Issue Date: 1st October 2007 Issue No. 1 Revision No. 1<br />
No. of Pages 1 Page No. 1 of 1<br />
QUICK VIEW<br />
Application: Movement joints - Walls and Floors<br />
Fire Resistance Period: 120 minutes<br />
Insulation/Integrity: Insulation and Integrity<br />
Test Standard: BS476 Part 20: 1987<br />
Approval Type: Certifire CF598<br />
4. The seal can be installed flush, centrally positioned within<br />
the wall or floor to achieve 2 hours fire resistance. However,<br />
it maybe necessary to fill the cavity for decoration purposes<br />
any backing materials or finishing materials used shall have<br />
a fire resistance classification equal to that of the seal.<br />
5. For continuos joints, it is important to ensure the seal is<br />
butted and no gaps between the two adjacent seals.<br />
6. Install seals until the movement joint is sealed.<br />
Material Safety Data Sheets<br />
For detailed information on this product please refer to the<br />
relevant Material Safety Data Sheet which is available on request<br />
or downloadable at www.pyroplex.com.<br />
Maintenance and Installation Records<br />
Since the product is not subject to routine and replacement<br />
programmes, <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® recommend that all firestopping materials<br />
are checked on a regular basis to ensure that the product remains<br />
integral. Replace and fit any damaged components to reinstate<br />
the fire resistance.<br />
Product Guarantee<br />
Providing the product is installed in accordance with the<br />
requirements of the guidance document the product is<br />
guaranteed for a period of 10 years.<br />
Quality Approval<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong>® Limited has a Quality Management System that meets<br />
the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001:2000, and is independently<br />
verified by BSI Quality Assurance under Certificate Number<br />
FM10371. Copies of this approval are available on request.<br />
Technical Support and Guidance<br />
Should you require any further information regarding this product<br />
please contact <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® or visit our website, www.pyroplex.com.
<strong>Linear</strong> <strong>Gap</strong> <strong>Seal</strong><br />
Field of Application<br />
Suitable for sealing horizontal and vertical movement gaps.<br />
Composition/Information on Ingredients<br />
Chemical Nature: Flexible composite of thermoplastic<br />
containing intercalated graphite and fire retardant<br />
polyurethane foam.<br />
Hazardous Components: None Known<br />
Possible Hazards<br />
Principle Hazards: Not subject to degree of hazardous<br />
substances.<br />
First Aid Measures<br />
On Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water<br />
On Contact with Eyes: Wash for at least 15 minutes under<br />
running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist.<br />
On Ingestion: Rinse mouth immediately, do not induce<br />
vomiting, and seek immediate medical attention.<br />
If inhaled: Not applicable in solid state.<br />
Fire Fighting Measures<br />
Suitable Extinguishing Media: All standard fire fighting media.<br />
Special Protective Equipment: Use self contained breathing<br />
apparatus.<br />
In the event of fire, contact the appropriate emergency services<br />
for assistance.<br />
Accidental Release Measures<br />
Personal Precautions: Refer to section 8 for personal protection<br />
details.<br />
Environmental Precaution: Do not discharge the product into<br />
drains or water courses, ensure materials are disposed of in<br />
accordance with Local Authority regulations and/or<br />
Government legislation.<br />
Methods for Cleaning Up: Transfer to suitable container. Refer to<br />
section 13 for suitable method of disposal.<br />
Handling and Storage<br />
Handling: No special precautions needed.<br />
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area off the floor.<br />
Suitable Packaging: No special requirements.<br />
Exposure Controls and Personal Protection<br />
Exposure Limit Values: Not applicable.<br />
Respiratory Protection: Not applicable.<br />
Hand Protection: As a precaution appropriate protective gloves<br />
should be worn.<br />
Eye Protection: As a precaution appropriate safety glasses<br />
should be worn.<br />
Skin Protection: Not applicable.<br />
<strong>Pyroplex</strong> Limited, The Furlong, Droitwich, Worcestershire WR9 9BG, UK<br />
Tel: +44 (0)1905 795432 Fax: +44(0)1905 791878<br />
Email: info@pyroplex.com Web: www.pyroplex.com<br />
Material Safety Data Sheet<br />
Issue Date: 1st October 2007 Issue No. 1 Revision No. 1<br />
In accordance with 91/155/EEC directive No. of Pages 1 Page No. 1 of 1<br />
QUICK VIEW<br />
Application: Movement joints - Walls and Floors<br />
Fire Resistance Period: 120 minutes<br />
Insulation/Integrity: Insulation and Integrity<br />
Test Standard: BS476 Part 20: 1987<br />
Approval Type: Certifire CF598<br />
Physical and Chemical Properties<br />
Form: Solid<br />
Colour: Black/Grey<br />
Odour: Odourless<br />
Solubility in water Immiscible in water<br />
Flammability Non combustible<br />
Stability and Reactivity<br />
Stability: Material is stable under normal conditions.<br />
Conditions to be avoided: Temperatures above point of<br />
activation.<br />
Materials to Avoid: None known.<br />
Hazardous Decomposition Products: In combustion emits<br />
oxides of carbon.<br />
Toxicological Information<br />
Routes of exposure: None known.<br />
Acute Toxicity: Not applicable.<br />
Ecological Information<br />
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable.<br />
Bio-accumulative Potential: No data available.<br />
Other Adverse Effects: Slightly toxic to aquatic life. Do not<br />
discharge product into drains or sewage systems.<br />
Disposal Considerations<br />
Disposal Operations: No special disposal necessary. Dispose of<br />
in accordance with Local Authority regulations. Do not<br />
discharge into drains or water courses.<br />
Disposal of Packaging: Dispose of as normal industrial waste<br />
according to local or national legislation.<br />
Transport Information<br />
Transport Hazards: No regulations apply for the transport of this<br />
material. Not classified as hazardous for road, rail, sea or air<br />
transport.<br />
Regulatory Information<br />
Hazard Symbols: No significant hazard.<br />
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the<br />
principle regulations specifically applicable to the product<br />
described in the data sheet. The user’s attention is drawn to the<br />
possible existence of additional provisions which complete<br />
these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international<br />
and local regulations or provisions.<br />
Additional Information<br />
The information contained herein is based upon the present<br />
state of our knowledge. Recipients of our <strong>Pyroplex</strong>® products<br />
must take responsibility for observing existing laws and<br />
regulations.<br />
Due to our policy of continuous improvement <strong>Pyroplex</strong> Limited<br />
reserves the right to amend specifications without prior notice.