Penetration Sealants for Fire Suppression

Penetration Sealants for Fire Suppression

MPS Master

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PENETRATION SEALANTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A.Section Includes: Include labor, materials, equipment, and accessories required to furnish and install through penetration firestop systems at [wall] [floor] [and roof] openings.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A.Instructions: Submit manufacturer's instructions for applying sealant.

B.Certification:

1.Submit manufacturer's certifications that materials meet or exceed specified requirements.

2.Submit documentation of manufacturer's acceptance of applicator.

3.Provide certification stating that sealant has been completed in full accordance with requirements to provide necessary fire resistance ratings.

4.Provide (3) (7) (__) copies of certified test reports of:

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a.Fire test reports of sealant application to substrate materials shall be similar to Project conditions.

b.Reports from reputable independent testing agencies of product proposed for use, indicating conformance with ASTM E814.

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.Qualifications: Applicator shall be acceptable to sealant manufacturer.

B.Regulatory Requirements:

1.State Building Code Division

2.Local Codes and Ordinances

3.Local Authority having jurisdiction

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS

A.Acceptable Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements of the Contract Documents, acceptable manufacturers are as follows or Owner approved equal:

1.Bio Fireshield, Inc., Concord, MA

2.Carborundum Company, Niagara Falls, NY

3.Dow Corning Corporation, Midland, MI

4.General Electric Company, Silicone Products Division, Waterford, NY

5.Hilti Ciba Geigy, Tulsa, OK

6.Metalines, Ind., Oklahoma City, OK

7.3M Company, St. Paul, MN

8.Nelson Electric, a Unit of General Signal Corporation, Tulsa, OK

9.Tremco, Inc., Beachwood, OH

10.Rectorseal Corp., Houston, TX

2.02 MATERIALS

A.Description: Penetration sealant shall be a single component ceramic fiber based putty fill, void or cavity material fire barrier caulk, putty strip, and sheet forms.

B.Applications: Flame spread/smoke contribution shall be 0/0 in accordance with ASTM E84. UL rated material classified for use in through penetration firestop systems shall be used for, but not limited to, the following:

1.Metal Pipe: UL rated material classified for use in through penetration firestop system.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

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A.Verification of Conditions:

1.Confirm compatibility of surfaces to receive sealant materials. Verify that openings are sound, clean, dry, and ready to receive application of sealants. Verify that penetration elements are securely fixed and properly located, with a minimum of 1/2 inch space between penetrations and surfaces of openings. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions.

3.02 PREPARATION

A.General Requirements: Protect adjacent surfaces and equipment from damage. Clean contact surfaces of dirt, dust, grease, oil, loose material or other matter which may affect bond of sealant. Remove incompatible materials which effect bond by scraping, brushing, scrubbing, or sand blasting.

3.03 MOCK UP

A.General Requirements: Apply (1) seal on representative substrates on site [for each fire rating required] [at each type of [wall] and [floor] [and roof construction]. Confirm requirements of fire ratings.

1.Application shall be in accordance with Project requirements as to thickness and density to achieve fire rating.

B.Acceptance: Product and application shall be approved by governing authorities prior to continuing with the Work.

1.Approved mock up may remain as part of the completed Work.

3.04 APPLICATION

A.General: Apply sealant in strict accordance with manufacturer=s instructions. Apply sealant in sufficient thickness to achieve required rating. Pack material solidly around penetrations; fill openings to a depth of 1 inch or in accordance with scheduled fire ratings.

3.05 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A.General: Perform inspection to verify that work is in accordance with requirements. Correct unacceptable work and provide further inspection to verify that work meets requirements.

3.06 CLEANING

A.General: Remove excess material, drippings, and debris. Remove sealant from materials and surfaces not specifically required to be sealed. Protect applied sealant from damage.

3.07 PROTECTION

A.General: Protect applied sealant from damage.

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