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PROMAT SUPALUX®

PROMAT SUPALUX®

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Introduction
Promat SUPALUX® is a high-performance, non-combustible fire protection board offering up to 240 minutes of fire resistance. It is classified as Class 0 under Building Regulations and has over 30 years of proven performance. The board is moisture-resistant, impact-resistant, and easy to work with, making it suitable for various industrial applications. It is also environmentally friendly and safe to handle.

Applications Overview
The guide provides an overview of common applications for Promat SUPALUX®, including internal partitions, ceilings, floors, roofs, and external walls. Each application is associated with specific fire ratings, ranging from 30 to 240 minutes.

Internal Partitions

Timber Studs: Offers fire ratings of 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes with a nominal thickness of 119mm and sound insulation of Rw 47dB.
Steel Studs: Provides fire ratings of 30 to 240 minutes with varying thickness and sound insulation from Rw 44dB to Rw 48dB.
Solid Partitions: Available with fire ratings of 30 to 240 minutes, thickness ranges from 36mm to 51mm, with sound insulation up to Rw 37dB.
Shaftwall System: Designed for lift shafts, offering 60 and 120 minutes of fire resistance with sound insulation up to 45dB.

Ceilings, Floors, and Roofs

New Ceiling Lining: Provides fire ratings of 60, 90, and 120 minutes, including Promat SUPALUX® boards and rock wool insulation.
Timber Roof Voids: Offers fire protection for 30, 60, and 120 minutes.
Membrane Ceiling: Available with fire ratings of 60, 120, and 240 minutes.

External and Internal Walls

Conversion of External Wall: Allows conversion to internal walls with fire ratings of 30, 60, and 120 minutes.
External Walls: Provides fire protection for walls further than 1m from the boundary with ratings up to 240 minutes.

Other Applications
Includes soffits, fascias, dormer cheeks, door upgrades, service enclosures, and structural steel protection, with fire ratings ranging from 20 to 240 minutes.

Technical Specifications
Each application includes detailed technical specifications, such as board thickness, stud dimensions, and installation instructions. The guide emphasizes the importance of following approved specifications and offers contact information for further technical support.

Specifications

Promat SUPALUX® Boards: Available in various thicknesses (9mm, 12mm) for ceilings, floors, and roofs.
Flooring: Minimum thickness requirements for T & G or square-edged flooring are specified, along with the use of hardboard for additional protection.
Timber Joists: Dimensions and spacing are specified to ensure structural integrity and compliance with BS 5268: Part 2.
Rock Wool Insulation: Used within cavities, with specifications varying based on application requirements.

Procedures

Fire Protection from Above and Below: Details on securing SUPALUX® boards and additional materials to achieve the desired fire rating.
Upgrading Existing Ceilings: Instructions for enhancing fire protection from below or above existing ceilings, including the use of gypsum wallboard or lath and plaster.
Protection to Steel Beams: Guidelines for using SUPALUX® boards and fillets in concealed and exposed grid systems to protect steel beams supporting concrete floors.

Norms and Standards

All constructions must comply with BS 5268: Part 2 for maximum span and loading on timber floors.
Fire ratings are in accordance with BS 476: Part 21: 1987 and BS 476: Part 23: 1987.

Recommendations

Consult Promat Technical Services for specific details on rock wool specifications and suitable flooring options.
Ensure proper installation of screws and fasteners as per the specified centres and dimensions to maintain structural integrity and fire protection.

Key Data from Tables

Self-Supporting Ceiling Membranes: Specifications for C-channel purlins and perimeter angles, including expansion gaps and fixing methods, are provided for various ceiling spans.

Technical Specifications
1. Ceiling and Roof Systems: Specifications for Promat SUPALUX® ceilings, floors, and roofs, providing a 60-minute fire rating according to BS 476: Part 22: 1987. Key components include 9mm thick Promat SUPALUX® boards, C-channel purlins, and perimeter steel angles.
2. Protected Zones: Designed for roof coverings that do not contribute to fire spread, including MF6 perimeter channels, MF7 primary support channels, and rock wool insulation.
3. External and Internal Walls: Conversion of external walls to internal walls using concealed and exposed grid systems, providing a 60-minute fire rating. Components include horizontal sheeting rails, Promat SUPALUX® boards, and rock wool insulation.
4. Service Enclosures: Promat SUPALUX® enclosures offer up to 240 minutes of fire rating, using metal angle framing and M4 screws for fixing.

Procedures and Recommendations
1. Installation: Involves fixing components at specified centers using self-tapping screws and ensuring all gaps are fire-stopped with Promat PROMASEAL® Intumescent Sealant.
2. Fire Protection: All structural steel protruding from the Promat SUPALUX® lining should be fire protected.
3. Sound Insulation: Estimated sound insulation ranges from Rw 43-53dB depending on the system.

Key Data from Tables
- Dimensions and specifications for C-channel purlins and perimeter angles, detailing thickness and expansion gaps for various ceiling spans.
- Fire ratings and maximum sizes for service enclosures are specified, with additional framing required for larger spans.

Certifications
- Certifire Approval No CF 420 is mentioned for various systems, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.

Cutting and Drilling
Promat boards over 6mm thick are best cut with a power circular saw or jigsaw. For rough cuts, 6mm sheets can be scribed and broken. Ensure cutting is done in ventilated areas with dust extraction, and operators should wear masks. Use standard drills for drilling, placing scrap board underneath for clean holes.

Smoothing and Sanding
Use a surform, plane, rasp, or file for smoothing edges. Garnet paper is recommended for fine sanding.

Fixing

Nailing: Pneumatic nailing is economical. Nails should be at least 12mm from edges and 40mm from corners. Use galvanized nails in humid areas.
Screw Fixing: Pre-drill pilot holes 12mm from edges. Use self-drilling screws for steel and drywall screws for other applications. Edge screwing requires a minimum penetration of 30mm.
Butt Jointing: Boards can be butt jointed without adhesives. Fillers may be used for finishing.

Decorating
Promat materials are ready for decoration. For plastering, apply a sealing coat and bonding coat before plastering. For tiling, use supports and seal boards before fixing tiles. Painting requires following manufacturer recommendations for surface preparation.

Handling and Storage
Carry boards on edge and store them flat, protected from weather.

Case Studies

Thatched Roof Fire Test: Promat SUPALUX® was used in a fire test, demonstrating its effectiveness in protecting against fire.
Fire Protection of Wind Posts: Promat SUPALUX® provides fire resistance for wind posts in masonry walls.

Technical Data

Board thickness ranges from 6mm to 25mm with varying weights.
Material is non-combustible with a Class 0 building regulations classification.
Thermal conductivity is approximately 0.17 W/mK.
Mechanical properties include flexural strength of 8.5 N/mm² and tensile strength of 3.5 N/mm².

Safety
A safety data sheet is available, and the board is not classified as dangerous. Disposal can be done with general building waste.

Contact Information
Promat provides contact details for various international offices, including locations in Belgium, Asia Pacific, Australia, and more.

Catalog excerpts

Uniclass L5:P2:N32 EPIC E:X2:Y421 CI/SfB Rf9 (K2)+(K3) ® Promat SUPALUX A High Performance, Non-Combustible Fire Protection Board applications guide

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Promat SUPALUX® – Applications Overview The below list includes common applications using Promat SUPALUX®. For applications with fire ratings listed in BLUE, please refer to the latest version of the Promat UK Fire Protection Handbook or contact Promat Technical Services Department on 01344 381400. HOW TO USE THIS APPLICATIONS GUIDE Application Description This Promat SUPALUX® Applications Guide INTERNAL PARTITIONS is designed to provide examples of some Timber Studs 30, 60, 90, 120 4 Steel Studs 30, 60, 90 120, 180, 240 6 30, 60, 90 120, 240 8 60, 120 9 60, 90, 120 10 Fire from Above and Below...

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Promat SUPALUX® Introduction Promat SUPALUX® is a strong, lightweight, non-combustible building board which is fully certified for constructions offering up to 240 minutes fire resistance. FIRE PERFORMANCE G Up to 240 minutes fire resistance. G Non-combustible. G Class 0 Buildings Regulations classification. G Over 30 years of proven and tested performance. MOISTURE RESISTANCE G Promat SUPALUX® retains its excellent dimensional stability even in damp and humid conditions and can be installed at an early stage in the construction programme, before wet trades are completed and the building is weather-tight....

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Timber Studs, 60 minutes HOW TO USE THIS APPLICATIONS GUIDE The following Promat SUPALUX® Applications (pages 4 to 25) focus primarily on 60 minute and 120 minute fire ratings. For details on additional fire ratings or other applications not included in this guide, please refer to the latest version of the Promat UK Fire Protection Handbook or contact Promat Technical Services Department on TIMBER STUDS TECHNICAL DATA 60 minutes fire rating, integrity and insulation in accordance with the Nominal thickness of partition: 81mm Maximum partition height: 4.0m Estimated...

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Certifire Approval No CF 420A Timber Studs, 120 minutes TIMBER STUDS TECHNICAL DATA 4 4 120 minutes fire rating, integrity and insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 22: 1987. Nominal thickness of partition: 119mm Maximum partition height: 4.0m Estimated sound insulation: Rw 47dB 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, each side 15mm thick. Boards are either butt jointed or flush jointed. 5 5 2. Rock wool, minimum 80mm thick x 100 kg/m3 applied in 2 layers of 40mm thickness with all joints staggered by minimum 150mm between layers. 1 1 3. Rock wool seal,...

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Certifire Approval No CF 420A Steel Studs, 60 minutes STEEL STUDS TECHNICAL DATA 5 60 minutes fire rating, integrity and insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 22: 1987. Nominal thickness of partition: 78mm 1 Estimated sound insulation: RW 44dB 2 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, each side 9mm thick. Boards are either butt 3 jointed or flush jointed. 2. Promat SUPALUX® fillet/coverstrip, 50mm wide, each side 6mm thick over studs and at horizontal board joints. Coverstrips at horizontal board joints fastened using M4 x 16mm long self-tapping screws...

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Certifire Approval No CF 420A Steel Studs, 120 minutes STEEL STUDS TECHNICAL DATA 4 120 minutes fire rating, integrity and insulation in accordance with the ¦ criteria of BS 476: Part 22: 1987. Nominal thickness of partition: 104mm Estimated sound insulation: Rw 48dB ¦ 1 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, each side 15mm thick. Boards can be either 2 ¦ 3 butt jointed or flush jointed. No fillets required on vertical studs, coverstrips ¦ required behind horizontal board joints. 2. Promat SUPALUX® coverstrips, 100mm wide, each side 9mm thick. Fixed using M4 x 25mm self-tapping...

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Certifire Approval No CF 420A Solid Partitions, 60 and 120 minutes SOLID PARTITIONS TECHNICAL DATA 60 minutes fire rating, integrity and insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 22: 1987. Nominal thickness of partition: 36mm Estimated sound insulation: Rw 36dB 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, 20mm + 15mm. 1 1 Stagger joints by at least 600mm. Layers either sandwich the perimeter angle or are fastened to one face. 2. Steel angle frame, minimum 30mm x 30mm x 0.6mm bedded on Promat PROMASEAL® Intumescent Sealant. 5 5 3. M6 steel anchor bolt at nominal...

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Promat SUPALUX® Internal Partitions Certifire Approval No CF 420A Shaftwall Partitions, 60 and 120 minutes INTERNAL PARTITIONS, SHAFTWALL SYSTEM 3 This system is applicable for use in those areas requiring integrity and insulation performance, but where access for construction is possible from one side only. e.g. lift shafts. 1 The system is designed for wall heights up to 7m (60 minutes) /6.4m (120 minutes). TECHNICAL DATA 60 minute and 120 minute fire rating in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 22: 1987. For the 120 minute construction the temperature of the exposed metal may exceed...

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Promat SUPALUX® Ceilings, Floors and Roofs Certifire Approval No CF 420 Ceiling Lining, 60 minutes NEW CEILING LINING 7 TECHNICAL DATA 60 minutes fire rating, loadbearing capacity, integrity and insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 21: 1987. 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, 9mm thick. 5 2. Promat SUPALUX® fillet/coverstrip, 80mm x 9mm. 3. Rock wool, minimum 30mm x 60 kg/m3 or 60mm x 23 kg/m3. 3 ¦ 2 ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ 4 ¦ 4. 75mm nails (with heads) at 200mm centres or M4 x 63mm long steel woodscrews at 300mm centres. 6 5. Timber joists, minimum 130mm x 38mm at maximum 1 610mm centres. 6....

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Promat SUPALUX® Ceilings, Floors and Roofs Certifire Approval No CF 420 Ceiling Lining, 60 minutes NEW CEILING LINING TECHNICAL DATA 60 minutes fire rating, loadbearing capacity, integrity and insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS 476: Part 21: 1987. 2 1. Promat SUPALUX® boards, 9mm thick. 2. T & G or square-edged flooring, minimum 19mm. Secure 4.8mm hardboard over square-edged ¦ ¦ 5 3 ¦ floorboards. 3. Steel angle, 30mm x 30mm x 0.8mm fastened to sides of joists with M4 x 32mm long steel woodscrews at 300mm nominal centres. ¦ 4. Rock wool, is required within the cavity, tightly 4...

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