Isover U Protect Fire Protection

ISOVER

U Protect Slab 4.0 Alu1 is a lightweight and easy to install ULTIMATE™ mineral wool slab. U Protect Wired Mat 4.0 Alu1 is a lightweight and easy to install ULTIMATE™ mineral wool wired mat. They combine all the advantages of conventional thermal and acoustic insulation with excellent fire performance and are components of the U Protect System.

The U Protect system has been tested in accordance to EN 1366-1 and EN 1366-8 and assessed against the criteria in BS 476: Part 24. It offers up to 2 hours passive fire protection in HVAC ventilation and smoke extract ducts as well as up to 1 hour passive fire protection for kitchen ducts.

The fire resistance is also dependent on the application, thicknesses of insulation and the method of installation. Please contact technicalsupport@saint-gobain.com for further details.

The Isover U Protect Accessories range, consisting of intumescent paint, glue, screws and tape, is integral to ensuring the correct installation of the ISOVER U Protect system.

Product Features (Slabs/Mats):
• Isover U PROTECT Slabs 4.0 Alu 1 - ULTIMATE™ mineral wool 600 x 1200mm slab with a black aluminium foil facing. Supplied in 30-100mm thicknesses
• ULTIMATE™ mineral wool 600 x 1200mm slab with a black aluminium foil facing
• Isover U PROTECT Wired Mat 4.0 Alu1 - ULTIMATE™ mineral wool roll incorporating a galvanised steel grid and a black aluminium foil facing. Supplied in 30-120mm thicknesses

Product Performance (Slabs, Mats):
• Euroclass A1 Reaction to Fire classification according to EN 13501-1

Product Benefits:

• Fire Protection - The U Protect system has been tested in accordance to EN 1366-1 and EN 1366-8 and assessed against the criteria in BS 476: Part 24. It offers up to 2 hours passive fire protection in HVAC ventilation and smoke extract ducts as well as up to 1 hour passive fire protection for kitchen ducts.
• Easy to Install - The ULTIMATE™ wired mats and slabs offer a lightweight solution compared to traditional stone wool options, ensuring ease of handling and installation, as well as reducing the stress on supporting structures. Their flexibility and mechanical strength allows fast and efficient cutting and fitting. The adhesive used in the system is only required at penetration details rather than at every insulation joint.
• A full range of accessories available to help achieve the correct installation of the ISOVER U Protect passive fire protection system
• Fire Classification (Slabs/Wired Mats) - Achieves a Euroclass A1 Reaction to Fire classification, according to EN 13501-1.
• Thermal Performance (Slabs/Wired Mats - Offers energy savings through helping to control temperatures and reduce heat loss or gain within ductwork.
• Acoustic Benefits (Slabs/Wired Mats) - The inherent sound deadening properties of the ULTIMATE™ mineral wool insulation will help to reduce noise from ductwork, improving the acoustic comfort of those living or working within the building.

Fire resistance is dependent on the application, thicknesses used and method of installation

• Please contact technicalsupport@saint-gobain.com for further details.

Key Considerations (Slabs/Wired Mats):
When using Isover U Protect Wired Mat 4.0 Alu1 and U Protect Slabs 4.0 Alu1, you need to satisfy yourself that use of the product meets all relevant national Building Regulations and guidance as well as local, national and other applicable standards relevant for your construction or application, including requirements in relation to fire.
Please refer to the following product documents:
• Declaration of Performance - available at insulation-uk.com/dop
• Safe Use Instruction Sheet - available at insulation-uk.com/healthandsafety

Key Considerations (Isover U Protect Accessories):
When using Isover U Protect Accessories you need to satisfy yourself that use of the products meet all relevant national Building Regulations and guidance as well as local, national and other applicable standards relevant for your construction or application, including requirements in relation to fire.

Please also refer to the following product documents:
• Protect BSF Intumescent Paint - Safety Data Sheet available at insulation-uk.com/healthandsafety
• Protect BSK Adhesive - Safe Use Instruction Sheet available at insulation-uk.com/healthandsafety

Consult manufacturer for installation details.