Firewerx - Calcium Silicate Board - TDS
Firewerx - Calcium Silicate Board - TDS
Firewerx - Calcium Silicate Board - TDS
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
A smooth asbestos free Fire board with good thermal conductivity, tested and approved by South African authorities.
FIRE BOARD CS has the following features:
APPLICATIONS
Structural Steel
Ceilings, roofs and floors
Partitions and external walls
Ventilation and smoke extraction ducts
Electrical & mechanical services enclosures
Fire resistant glazing
Tunnel fire protection and concrete upgrading
Smoke barriers, access hatch and panels
In the case of Fireboard CS board, the longitudinal direction is identical with the direction of manufacture. In
Order to calculate permissible loading, application of the following values is recommended:
FLEXION>/250
BEARING SAFETY FACTOR>3
In the following work sheets, certain makes of screws may be specified as being preferential in order to ensure a certain
level of quality. The properties in all tables are mean values gives for guidance only. If certain properties are critical for a
particular reason it is advisable to consult Firewerx.
GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA
FIRE BOARD CS can be worked using normal wood working cutting equipment.
Nailing - A pneumatic gun can be used for nailing, but always ensure that the press penal at the gun head is
adjusted. The use of stainless steel staples is recommended. For ceiling work, we suggest the use of 10 mm wide
staples to increase the holding strength. For wall panel or other application, 4 mm wide staple is acceptable.
Screw fixing- the use of 32mm ceiling screws is recommended
Although not recommended, care should be taken when countersinking screws, as they might pull through.
For fire rated application, screws must be covered with at least 1000µ Intumescent mastic which can then be
skimmed with Cretestone or Rhino Lite.
For skim finishing, ensure surface is dust and oil free, apply sufficient bonding agent, as per skim product
specification.
Ensure at least 10mm expansion gap around perimeter, to be filled with fire rated mastic
Note should be taken of which side to expose, as the smooth side is for painting, and the textured side is for
skimming or tiling.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
The product is stable under normal conditions of storage. Individual board should be stacked and handled
carefully to avoid damage to the board. FIRE BOARD CS boards should be lifted from a stack by sliding it
sideway and carrying it by the long edges with arms spread apart to give even support of the board. Keep
materials dry and store in dry and covered place. If the sheets should become wet, allow drying thoroughly before
fixing is commenced.