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FireZone 42
Description

FireZone 42 is a clear water-based intumescent coating used to prevent the spread of flame on timber internal surface finishes such as walls and ceilings, and increase FRR of existing timber structures.

Independently tested for compliance to the NZBC C/AS2, table 4.3, achieving a Group 1-S, the highest performance.

Tested to BS476: Part 6 & 7, Class 0 & 1, BS 476: Part 20-22: 1987, 20 & 60 minutes protection, UK Building Regulations, EU EN BSI Test to A1-B/S1/d0 of European Standards, EN13505, EN13823:202 Single burn and SBI EN11925:2 2002 Ignitability, also to EU EN 1364-1:1999, giving 66 minutes fire protection/integrity/insulation/stability. Tested to EN13501:2 (K1 10 or K2 10).

ZONE has a history of successful, architecturally stunning projects both nationally and internationally using clear intumescent coatings. Suitable for use on 9 mm plywood and timber with a density of 338kg/m&sup3: or more.

Key Features
  • Produces a clear finish with minimal changes to the natural timber substrate; no 'milkiness'
  • Both base and top coats are water-borne and environmentally friendly, with low VOCs
  • Tested on structural CLT
  • Sprayed on-site or off-site, no special heating equipment required
  • Specify by contacting Zone ([email protected])
Scope of Use
  • FireZone 42 has been designed for internal use on timber substrates
  • Ensure that the substrate intended to be used is applicable for use with FireZone 42, for thickness, density and type. Consult the timber manufacturer for species details and check with Zone that it will achieve the intended use.
Limitations on Use
  • FireZone 42 system is approved for interior use only. It is not suitable for use in wet or high humidity areas   
  • The manufacturer has tested the FireZone 42 fire resistant coating system to EN 13501-1:2007, in accordance with NZBC 
  • C/AS2 Clause 4.17, BS476: Part 6 & 7, Class 0 & 1, BS 476: Part 20/22: 1987, 20 & 60 minutes protection, UK Building 
  • Regulations, EU EN BSI Test to A1-B/S1/d0 of European Standards, EN13505, EN13823:202 Single burn and SBI 
  • EN11925:2 2002 Ignitability, also to EU EN 1364-1:1999, giving 66 minutes fire protection/integrity/insulation/stability. 
  • Tested to EN13501:2 (K1 10 or K2 10).  
  • Contact Zone Architectural Products for further information    
  • Ensure that the intended substrate is suitable for use with FireZone 42 for compliance, please contact Zone Architectural 
  • Products for further information   
  • Consult the project fire engineer to confirm that the application of FireZone 42 will achieve the required fire ratings   
  • Do not apply any stains or other coatings to the substrate without consulting Zone Architectural Products   
Statement of Building Code Compliance

As per MBIE C/VM2 Verification Method, FireZone 42 has been tested on a Type 1 substrate – 9mm timber, achieving a B – s1, d0 classification of reaction to fire performance in accordance with 13501-1:2007+A1:2009, equivalent to New Zealand's Group 1-S Rating — as stated in table C1.1 Appendix C of the NZBC C/AS2.

In-Service History

FireZone 42 has been used in heritage building upgrades of existing structures in New Zealand including the Australis Nathan, Barrington & Sonfrana buildings in the Britomart precinct, Auckland. 

The related FireZone 92 system has been in use in New Zealand for over 10 years to upgrade timber surface finishes to a Group 1-S surface finish.

Other Performance Attributes

Tested to BS476: Part 6 & 7, Class 0 & 1, BS 476: Part 20-22: 1987, 20 & 60 minutes protection, UK Building Regulations, EU EN BSI Test to A1-B/S1/d0 of European Standards, EN13505, EN13823:202 Single burn and SBI EN11925:2 2002 Ignitability, also to EU EN 1364-1:1999, giving 66 minutes fire protection/integrity/insulation/stability. Tested to EN13501:2 (K1 10 or K2 10).

Interior Fire Rating 1S
1S
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