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    ENGINEERING OFFICE

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

    SECTION 07810 - APPLIED FIREPROOFING

    PART 1 - GENERAL

    1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

    A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Conditions of Contract and
    Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

    1.2 SUMMARY

    A. Section includes:

    1. Epoxy-based Intumescent Fireproofing


    2. Decorative Topcoat Finish
    3. Primer

    1.3 REFERENCES

    A. All reference to standards, regulations and requirements of statutory bodies shall mean the
    latest published editions at the time of contract. Product manufacture, testing and installation
    shall comply with the following references unless otherwise stated in the specification or
    otherwise approved.

    1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):


    a. ASTM E84: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building
    Materials
    b. ASTM E119: Test Method for Fire Tests of Building Construction and
    Materials
    c. ASTM E605: Standard Test Methods for Thickness and Density of
    Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material (SFRM) Applied to Structural
    Members
    d. ASTM E736: Standard Test method for Cohesion/Adhesion of Sprayed
    Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
    e. ASTM E759: Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed
    Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
    f. ASTM E760: Standard Test Method for Effect of Impact on Bonding of
    Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural
    Members
    g. ASTM E761: Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Sprayed
    Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
    h. ASTM E859: Standard Test Method for Air Erosion of Sprayed Fire-
    Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
    i. ASTM E937: Standard Test Method for Corrosion of Steel by Sprayed
    Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
    j. ASTM E1354: Cone Calorimeter
    k. ASTM G21: Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of Synthetic
    Polymeric Materials to Fungi
    l. ASTM D2240: Standard Test Method for Rubber Property – Durometer
    Hardness
    2. British Standards Institution:
    a. BS 476: Fire tests on building materials and structures

    3. Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC):


    a. Steel Structures Painting Manual, Volume 2, ‘Systems and Specifications’.

    1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

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    ENGINEERING OFFICE
    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

    A. System includes one hour and two hour fire-rated protection for structural steel members as
    indicated.

    B. Fireproofing material shall be an epoxy-based intumescent fireproof coating. Provide


    decorative topcoat for exposed portions of structural steel only.

    1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

    A. In addition to the foregoing referenced standards, the regulatory requirements that govern the
    work of this section include the following governing code of Directorate General of Civil
    Defence, Dubai or other relevant government body.

    1.6 SUBMITTALS

    A. General: Refer to Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures for submittal requirements and
    procedures.

    B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data of the intumescent fireproofing material
    proposed for this work, indicating product characteristics, performance, and limitations.
    Include topcoat coating material and colour samples for exposed steel surfaces.

    1. Colour of the topcoat in exposed locations requires the approval of the Architect before
    the topcoat may be used in the work.

    C. Certificates: Submit certificates from an independent testing laboratory, attesting that fire
    protection material and installation methods meet specified fire hazard classifications and fire
    resistance ratings.

    1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

    A. Regulatory Requirements: Intumescent fireproofing shall meet or exceed the applicable


    requirements laid by the Directorate General of Civil Defence, Dubai for the application of the
    one-hour and two-hour fire protection indicated.

    B. Qualifications: Application of the intumescent fireproofing material shall be by a skilled and


    experienced applicator specializing in the application of intumescent fireproofing.
    Fireproofing applicator shall be approved by the manufacturer who furnishes the materials.

    C. Manufacturer's Field Services:

    1. The Contractor shall make necessary arrangements with the manufacturer of the
    materials to be applied to provide on-site consultation and inspection services to
    ensure the proper application of the intumescent fireproofing material.
    2. At completion of the work, the manufacturer shall submit written certification that
    fireproofing material was applied over inspected and approved base steel components
    and that fireproofing material was applied correctly in accordance with these
    Specifications and the manufacturer's specifications and recommendations.

    1.8 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

    A. Materials shall be delivered to the site in sealed containers properly marked and labelled to
    show manufacturer’s name, brand, and certification of compliance with requirements for fire
    hazard and fire resistance classifications. Damaged containers found unsuitable for use in
    the work will be rejected and shall be removed from the site. Store materials under cover in a
    dry location.

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    ENGINEERING OFFICE
    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

    1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

    A. Surfaces to which fire protection material is to be applied, as well as the ambient temperature
    during application and for twenty-four (24) hours after application, shall not fall below 10
    degrees Celsius. Relative humidity shall be low enough to assure proper drying of the
    applied material.

    PART 2 - PRODUCTS

    2.1 MATERIALS

    A. Fireproofing Material: Epoxy-based intumescent fireproofing material for spray or brush


    application, with a dry film thickness of not less than 6.6mm as required to achieve the
    specified one-hour and two-hour fire-resistive ratings. Fireproofing material shall be labelled
    for fire hazard classification, and evidence of Classification Marking shall appear on the
    containers of all fireproofing material. Material containing asbestos will not be acceptable.
    Material shall contain the following properties and characteristics:

    1. Fire-Retardant Requirements: Fireproofing material shall have been tested, classified,


    and listed by the Dubai Central Laboratory or other approved testing agency.
    2. Surface Burning Characteristics: Fireproofing material shall have a flame-spread
    rating of 25 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

    B. Decorative Topcoat Finish Material: Provide topcoat coating material for exposed steel as
    recommended by the fireproofing material manufacturer in colour as selected by the
    Engineer.

    C. Primer: Factory-applied primer with adhesion and compatibility characteristics necessary for
    the successful application of the fireproofing material.

    2.2 MIXING

    A. Mixing of fireproofing materials shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions


    and recommendations.

    PART 3 - EXECUTION

    3.1 EXAMINATION

    A. Verify that items that will penetrate fireproofing, including clips and hangers for piping and
    conduits are properly located and installed.

    B. Verify that interfacing installations are complete as indicated.

    3.2 PREPARATION OF SURFACES

    A. Surfaces to which intumescent fireproofing will be applied shall be cleaned of oil, grease, dirt,
    loose paint, mill scale, or any other matter that may impair bond of fireproofing material to
    steel.

    B. Provide suitable templates, masking, or coverings to stop fireproofing material and overspray
    at exposed finished surfaces in sharp and neat straight lines. Provide for protection of floors
    and equipment from spillage and overspray.

    3.3 APPLICATION

    A. Application of fireproofing materials shall be in accordance with the application instructions


    and recommendations of the materials' manufacturer and the fire test reports' information.

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    ENGINEERING OFFICE
    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

    B. Fireproofing material shall be applied in minimum thickness of 6.6mm and as required to


    meet requirements and code approval for one-hour and two-hour fire protection of structural
    steel.

    C. Apply decorative finish coating over intumescent fireproofing for exposed steel surfaces in
    accordance with the manufacturer's application instructions and recommendations.

    3.4 PATCHING AND REPAIRING

    A. Perform patching and repairing of fireproofing material as required to provide the one-hour
    and two-hour fire protection and related thickness. Include all patching and repairing of
    fireproofing material required after the work of other trades has been installed, such as piping
    and conduits, ductwork, and similar work. Re-apply fireproofing material as required to
    maintain fire-resistive continuity.

    3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

    A. Corrective measures, when necessary, shall be performed as required. The Contractor shall
    require that the manufacturer of the fireproofing material submit recommendations for
    corrective measures to the Engineer for approval.

    B. The Contractor shall take frequent, dry film thickness (DFT) readings of applied material to
    verify compliance with thickness requirements. Measurements shall be taken in accordance
    with SSPC-PA2, Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness with Magnetic Gauges. Submit report
    of such measurements to the Engineer for record purposes.

    END OF SECTION 07810

    07810 APPLIED FIREPROOFING Page 4/4 Rev.1 - 02 Aug 2015

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