Installation Sheet
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Introduction:
The purpose of this document is to give guidance to approved contractors
and suppliers who are engaged in the fire stopping of fire rated structures
using Astroflame's Astro Quad Seal. All Timber fire door
assemblies must be fire stopped to prevent the passage of fire, smoke
and hot gases. The key points for passive fire protection products are
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- Prevent the spread of fire, smoke and hot gases through a building by containing it in the
- compartment of origin
- Maintain the integrity of escape routes from a building.
- Reduce loss or damage to property from the effect of fire and smoke.
- Maintain pressure differential between compartments and ventilation channels.
Installation:
Astro Quad Seal is passed and certified for use in single and double door
assemblies (single and double action), and can provide fire and smoke
resistance in excess of either half an hour or one hour.
If your fire door or frame is not pre-grooved check the door manufacturers data and test sheets to establish the size and quantity of intumescent seals required.
You should also note the tested position of the seals and whether any additional protection is required around the particularly vulnerable areas of the lock and hinges'
Rebate the door or door frame to accommodate the chosen seal which should be fitted so that the PVC sleeve finishes flush with the face of the timber. An allowance in the rebate width may be necessary to allow for timber shrinkage or for paint/stains, so we recommended grooving 3% greater than the chosen seal size.
We recommend that the gap between door and frame should be no greater that 4mm.
To fix remove the release paper from the self-adhesive backing tape and push the seal firmly into the rebate along its full length. For alternate fixing methods use Astroflame intumescent mastic or steel pins
If the door or frame is to be painted/stained care should be taken to ensure the paint/stain does not come into contact with the Schlegel Aquamac acoustic & thermal seal.
Periodically check seal to confirm the integrity.
Composition:
Density: 1025 Kg/m3
Flexural strength: ---
Tensile strength: 2.8
Moisture content: 3% (max.)
Expansion (under 50 psi load): 85%
Free expansion ratio (400oC 15min): 20:1
Activation temperature under 50psi load: 200oC
Pressure generation expansion @ 400oC: 10 Bar
Compliance:
Astro Quad Seal strip is manufactured in the EU, meeting the highest quality standard in compliance with ISO EN 9001:2000. For fire test certification contact Astroflame Fireseals Technical Department.
Fire Test and Assessment Reports:
Certifire approval CF 276
Warrington Fire Research:
Acoustically Tested by Sound Research Lab
Storage and disposal:
Quad Seal should be stored indoors. No shelf life is given as the strips will not deteriorate in storage.
Disposal - please refer to COSHH sheet
The
information in this publication is accurate to the best of the knowledge
of ASTROflame
(FireSeals) Ltd.
Please Note:
Each fire door will have its own test evidence from the door manufacturer.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure that the seals are
fully compliant with the relevant test evidence.
ASTROflame (FireSeals) Ltd. accepts no liability what so ever (except
otherwise provided by law) arising out of the use of information supplied,
the application, adaptation or processing of the products described herein,
the use of other materials in lieu of ASTROflame (FireSeals) Ltd. materials
or the use of ASTROflame (FireSeals) Ltd. materials in conjunction with
such other materials.
As part of our policy of ongoing improvements, we reserve the right to modify, alter or change product specifications without giving notice. Product illustrations are representations only. All information contained in this document is provided for guidance only, and as ASTROFLAME FIRESEALS LTD has no control over the installation methods of the products, or of the prevailing site conditions, no warranties expressed or implied are intended to be given as to the actual performance of the products mentioned or referred to, and no liability whatsoever will be accepted for any loss, damage or injury arising from the use of the information given of products mentioned or referred to herein.
The above information to the best of our knowledge is true and accurate and based upon current test data and is supplied for your guidance only. Customers should satisfy themselves to the suitability of the product in its intended use and no guarantee is given or implied since the conditions of actual use are beyond our control. ASTROflame (Fireseals) Ltd, disclaim any liability for loss, damage or other expense arising from the use of information, data or products mentioned or referred to and reserve the right to change any details or specifications without notice.
