Fire Rated Metal Siding

Most metal siding is rated as noncombustible which means that in fire safety testing it was shown not to ignite and spread fires.

Fire rated metal siding.

Steel siding or brick optional not shown for fire resistance ratings from inside wall only steel siding or brick veneer meeting the. Exterior profile options include shadowline micro rib or azteco embossed to meet all performance and design needs. Thermalsafe fire resistant panel. Building with fire safety in mind.

Steel siding not only offers protection against a fire it is also naturally resistant and does not require the use of fire resistant treatments. Long min 14 self drilling screws stitch screws 24 in. Factory applied sealant is available to help increase the speed of installation. Most metal panel manufacturers have tested their roof assemblies and most if not all metal panels and shingles can be used in class a fire rated roof systems.

What is rockwall. Head office burlington on 1 800 387 7135. Rockwall fire rated wall panels consist of a unique rockwool mineral fibre core called conrock with laminated sheet steel permanently bonded to both sides. Once rockwall panels have been installed according to the specific intertek warnock hersey certification guidelines the assembly provides 1 2 and 3 hours of fire resistance with a 4 5 and 6 core.

The insulated metal panel is made with non combustible structural mineral wool core maximizing compressive strength with an exclusive double tongue. The code requirements for fire resistance of metal panels are logical and not overly burdensome. 50 to 100 per square enough shingles to cover 100 square feet installed. The mineral wool panel is rated for its 1 2 and 3 hour fire resistance qualities and provides satisfactory thermal performance and protection from the elements.

Rollex navigator steel siding for example has a class a fire rating. Max along the lap. Metal panels were chosen for the new lake charles urgent care facility due to the longevity and durability it will provide for years to come. And attached to each other with 7 8 in.

The r value of this panel is 3 61. The highest rating possible for fire resistance. Raised rib profiles of adjacent panels are over lapped approximately 3 in. A class a rating means it is going to offer the maximum protection possible.

Aluminum and steel siding are virtually peerless when environmental hazards strike. The class a rated centennial slate shingle from certainteed boasts the affordability of an asphalt shingle and the luxe look of natural slate. Not only do these tough exteriors stand up well to wind rain hail and sleet they re also very fire resistant.