MORGAN ADVANCED MATERIALS has launched a high-performance sprayed refractory cement product for fire protection that is said to offer superior fire protection and simple, cost-effective installation. FireMaster FireBarrier 135 is ideal for concrete tunnel lining fire protection and the fire protection of ventilation shafts, escape tunnels and refuges, as well as critical systems such as water mains and communication cables.
FireMaster FireBarrier 135 has been specially developed to cope with the high temperatures that may occur in tunnel fires; it can withstand repeated and prolonged exposure to high temperatures. It can be installed onto concrete or metal substrates using standard spray equipment with very low spraying wastage during installation, while its single-layer application makes it rapid and easy to install. It adheres to most construction materials and can be installed quickly, helping to reduce labour costs while maintaining the final product’s quality and proven reliability.
The material has extremely high adhesion strength – typically eight times its weight, allowing fixings to be attached directly to it. It can be trowelled flat to provide a high-quality surface finish that can be used as the final tunnel lining surface (with optional painting), avoiding the need for secondary cladding. It can also be cast into sheet form and installed as a dry board or shape for applications where spraying is not convenient. Capable of resisting the environmental conditions found in tunnels, the material is also resistant to water jet sprays used to clean tunnel lining, and will not spall when subjected to water hose sprays at high temperature, increasing firefighting safety.
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