FS Firecheck

Fire-proof fibreglass sheeting for roofing and cladding applications, comprising an intumescent impregnated glass tissue which is manufactured within the sheeting.

Features and benefits:

• Fire resistant - on exposure to flame or radiant heat, the sheet will form a carbon char. This char will not support a flame or burning, and will insulate against any heat source.

• Hail resistant.

• Will not discolour after prolonged UV exposure.

• Halogen free and non-toxic.

• No loss of strength or stiffness.

• Completely free from bromine (fire retardant chemical).

• Blocks 99.9% of harmful UV radiation.

• Stable light transmission.

• No surface erosion.

• Can be produced with chemical resistant resin - consult manufacturer for details.

Compliance:

Complies with the following standards:

• AS/NZS 1530.3: 1999: Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures.

• BS 476-6: 1989 + A1: 2009, and BS 476-7: 1997.

• ASTM E108: 2001: Standard test methods for fire tests of roof coverings.

• AS/NZS 3837: 1998: Methods of test for heat and smoke release rates for materials and products using oxygen consumption calorimeter (Group 2 classification).

Consult manufacturer for details on relevant test results.

Application:

For roofing and cladding applications.