AIM Fire Stop Blocks
These Rockwool barriers are used to seal any kind of aperture. They are installed into buildings whilst they are being constructed and permanently locked into place through compression.
One of their other key uses is as a fire break in metal cladding, as well as to protect top flanges of steel beams (RSJs).
They are usually supplied in a trapezoidal shape, although other shapes can be requested (square, rectanglular, circlular or sinusoidal).
Key features and benefits:
- This product does not require any tools to install
- It can achieve up to 2 hours fire resistance
- You can purchase an ablative version if required
- Bespokely made to your dimensions
- Can be up to 1200mm long
- It maintains fire compartment lines and provides smoke protection
- Provides an acoustic barrier
- Potential of zero impact on the ozone layer & global warming, with no CFCs or HCFCs in the manufacturing process.
Sizing:
Blocks have to be between 75mm and 1200mm long.
They have to be between 10mm and 100mm high.
Widths can be any size, to suit the profile.
Fire Performance Data
Concerning reaction to fire testing, it achieves a Euroclass A1 rating.
Concerning fire resistance testing, in masonry to masonry applications, the fire stop blocks offer the following integrity/insulation ratings:
- 75mm application – 120/60 minutes
- 100mm application – 120/120 minutes
Test report by Warrington Fire: WF 432745
Applications:
These fire stop blocks can be used in the following scenarios:
- Composite flooring profiles
- Dovetail composite flooring profiles
- Metal decking, roofing & cladding
Other uses may be appropriate, if approved by your building inspector.
Installation:
These blocks must be installed under a minimum of 5% compression.
Push fit the AIM Fire Stop Blocks into place, so that they fit tightly and fully.
Pinch fit the AIM Dovetail Fire Stops into the profile. Afterwards, push fit these rectangular blocks into place.
Acoustic Data:
A minimum amount of 14dB sound reduction is provided by these barriers.
The acoustic performance of the wall and floor systems must also be taken into consideration when assessing room-to-room sound reduction.
- 75mm long blocks provide 14dB RW
- 100mm long blocks provide 18dB RW
- 140mm long blocks provide 23dB RW
Test report: Z11012 – Acoustic Performance – Testing on mineral fibre insulation. 17th August 2011. EN ISO 10140-2
Application:
- Composite flooring profiles
- Dovetail composite flooring profiles
- Metal decking, roofing and cladding
Compatible accessories:
This barrier can be installed with the AIM intumescent mastic. Please contact us for a price.
For more information and to purchase, please contact our technical department on 01752 690997.
You can also view our other cavity barriers here.
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