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SECTION 07840 - FIRESTOPPING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Firestopping in rated assemblies.
B. Related Sections:
1. Section 07815 - Mineral Fiber Fireproofing: Fireproofing for grease ducts.
2. Section 09250 - Gypsum Board.
1.2 REFERENCES
A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. Publications are referenced
within the text by the basic designation only.
B. ASTM International (ASTM):
1. ASTM E814 - Test Methods for Fire Tests of Through Penetration Fire Stops.
C. FM Global (FM):
1. FM 4991 – Standard for the Approval of Firestop Contractors
D. Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL):
1. UL 1479 - Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops.
2. UL 2079 – Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems.
3. UL Fire Resistance Directory:
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submittals: Comply with the requirements of Section 01330.
B. Certifications:
1. Installer Qualifications. Submit documentation of Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) or letter from
firestop manufacturer naming approved installer to Architect prior to commencement of firestop work.
2. Manufacturer’s Inspection. Submit written certification from firestop manufacturer that Manufacturer’s
Representative has visited Site as specified in Part 3 and Work is in accordance with manufacturer’s
requirements and published instructions.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: Installation of firestopping shall be by a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) in
accordance with FM 4991 or shall be an approved installer by the Firestop Manufacturer.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Transport, handle, store, and protect products in compliance with the requirements of Section 01600 and
manufacturer's recommendations.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Subject to compliance with requirements, provide firestopping products as manufactured by one of the following:
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1. Nelson Firestop Products, (800) 331-7325.
2. Hilti, Inc, (800) 879-8000.
3. RectorSeal Corporation, (800) 231-3345.
4. Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI), (800) 992-1180.
5. 3M Fire Protection Products, (800) 376-0964.
6. Tremco Firestop System, (800) 852-8173.
2.2 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Firestop materials shall have been tested with and shall be in compliance with the minimum requirements of
ASTM E814, UL 1479, and UL 2079 as applicable. Products used shall be as listed below as suitable for the
intended application and as required to produce the fire rating as shown on the drawings and to conform to the
Firestopping Schedule of UL assemblies included at the end of this Section.
2.3 MATERIALS
A. Intumescent Latex or Acrylic Sealant: Single-component, intumescent, latex or acrylic formulation.
1. LBS, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. FS ONE or CP 606, by Hilti.
3. Metacaulk 950 or 1000, by RectorSeal.
4. SpecSeal SSS100, by STI.
5. CP 25WB+, IC 15WB, or 3000WT by 3M.
6. TREMstop Intumescent Acrylic (IA) or Acrylic (A), by Tremco.
B. Intumescent Wrap/Strip: Single-component, elastomeric sheet with aluminum foil on one face.
1. WRS, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. CP 648 Wrap Strip, by Hilti.
3. Metacaulk Wrap Strip, by RectorSeal.
4. SpecSeal SSWRED Wrapstrip, by STI.
5. FS-195+ Wrap/Strip or Ultra GS, by 3M.
6. TREMstop WS, by Tremco.
C. Intumescent Putty: Single-component, non-hardening, dielectric, intumescent putty.
1. FSP, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. CP 618 Putty Stick or CP 617/617L Putty Pad, by Hilti.
3. CP 648 Wrap Strip, by Hilti.
4. CFS-PL Firestop Plug, by Hilti.
5. Metacaulk Fire Rated Putty, by RectorSeal.
6. SpecSeal Putty, by STI.
7. Moldable Putty+, by 3M.
8. TREMstop MP (Moldable Putty) or Putty Stick by Tremco.
D. Silicone Sealant: Single-component, moisture-curing, silicone-based elastomeric, non-sag grade.
1. CLK N/S, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. CP 601S, by Hilti.
3. Metacaulk 835, by RectorSeal.
4. SpecSeal PEN 300, by STI.
5. 2000+ Silicone, by 3M.
6. FYRE SIL, by Tremco.
E. Silicone or Polyurethane Foam: Two-Component, liquid elastomer that, when mixed, expands and cures in place
to produce a flexible, nonshrinking foam.
1. SpecSeal PEN 200, by STI.
2. CP 620 Fire Foam, by Hilti.
F. Intumescent Collar: Factory-fabricated, intumescent collar.
1. PCS, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. CP 643 or CP 644, by Hilti.
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3. Metacaulk Pipe Collar, by RectorSeal.
4. SpecSeal SSC Collars, by STI.
5. Plastic Pipe Device, Ultra Plastic Pipe Device, Tuck In Wrap Strips, or RC-1 Collar by 3M.
6. TREMstop D, by Tremco.
G. Intumescent Composite Sheet, Pillows and Mortar, or Blocks: Products used to firestop large openings.
1. CPS, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. CFS-BL Fireblocks, by Hilti.
3. CP 637 Firestop Mortar, by Hilti.
4. CP 675T Firestop Board, by Hilti.
5. SpecSeal SSB Pillows and SpecSeal SSM Firestop Compound, by STI.
6. CS-195+ Composite Sheet, by 3M.
7. TREMstop PS, by Tremco.
H. Sprayable Fire-Rated Mastic: Products used to firestop construction joints.
1. CP672 Speed Spray, by Hilti.
2. Specseal Elastomeric Spray, by STI.
3. Firedam Spray 200, by 3M
4. TREMstop Acrylic Spray (A-SP) by Tremco.
I. Packing Material: Manufacturer's standard mastic, putty, ceramic fiber blanket, or mineral wool to be used as fill
or backing material for firestopping.
1. Mineral Wool, by Nelson Firestop Products.
2. Mineral Wool, by Hilti.
3. Fire Safing or Backer Rod, by RectorSeal.
4. Mineral Wool, by STI.
5. Fire Barrier 5A, 615+ Duct Wrap, or PM4 Packing Material by 3M.
6. TREMstop FS Blanket, by Tremco.
7. CP 767 Speed Strips and CP 777 Speed Plugs, by Hilti. (preformed mineral wool designed for top of wall
fluted metal deck packing material)
J. Substitutions: Comply with the requirements of Section 01600.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Remove loose dirt and oil from penetration surfaces.
B. Place hangers or damming materials in penetration to hold firestopping materials, if necessary.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Keep caulk and putty away from heat, open flame, sparks, or other sources of ignition during application and until
product cures. Use only with adequate ventilation.
B. Follow manufacturer charts for appropriate material to achieve required fire rating in various locations.
C. Install firestopping at penetrations of fire rated wall materials in accordance with manufacturer's published
instructions.
D. Install firestopping at penetrations and construction joints of fire rated walls and floors in accordance with
manufacturer’s published instructions and in accordance with UL Fire Resistance Directory.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Site Inspection: Upon completion of installation, , Manufacturer’s Representative shall inspect installed
firestopping to verify work complies with the manufacturer’s requirements.
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3.4 FIRESTOPPING SCHEDULE
A. Provide firestopping complying with UL assemblies specified below.
Penetration Assembly
Nelson
Hilti
RectorSeal
STI
3M
Tremco
Metal Pipe CMU Wall 8"
Thick or Less
CAJ1203 CAJ 1149 or
CAJ1155 or
CAJ1226
CAJ1114 or
CAJ1115
CAJ1079 or
CAJ1217
CAJ1001 or
CAJ1009
CAJ1064 or
CAJ1302
Gypsum Board
Partition
WL1083 or
WL1030
WL1054 or
WL1058 or
WL1297
WL1026 or
WL1034
WL1049 or
WL1079
WL1003 or
WL1009
WL1278 or
WL1158
Non-Metallic
Pipe
CMU Wall 8"
Thick or Less
CAJ2086
CAJ2110 or
CAJ2109 or
CAJ2567
WJ2025 CAJ2064 or
CAJ2045
CAJ2005
CAJ2223 or
CAJ2184
Gypsum Board
Partition
WL2071
WL2098 or
WL2078 or
WL2341
WL2104 WL2093,
WL2029 or
WL2288
WL2002 or
WL2005
WL2083 or
WL2129
Cable Tray CMU Wall 8"
Thick or Less
CAJ8049 or
CAJ4033
CAJ4035 or
CAJ4017
CAJ8043
CAJ4020 or
CAJ4029
CAJ4003 CAJ4075
Gypsum Board
Partition
WL4003
WL4011 or
WL4019
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WL4005 or
WL4008
WL4004
WL3043 or
WL3131
Insulated
Metal Pipe
CMU Wall 8"
thick or Less
CAJ5008 or
CAJ5059
CAJ5090 or
CAJ5091 or
CAJ5048
WJ5016 or
CAJ5070
CAJ5021 or
CAJ5029
CAJ5001 or
CAJ5002
CAJ5121 or
CAJ5111
Gypsum Board
Partition
WL5036
WL5028 or
WL5029 or
WL5257
WL5057
WL5014 or
WL5051
WL5001
WL-5115
WL-5081
Construction
Gaps - Head
CMU Wall to
Metal Deck
- - - -
HWD0098
or
HWD0181
or
HWD1037
HWD0235
- - - -
HWD0013
HWD0092
of Wall to
Roof Deck
Gyp Bd Parti'n
to Metal Deck
- - - -
HWD0042
or
HWD0049
HWD0014
- - - -
HWS0003
HWD0091
Construction
Gaps - Wall
to Wall
CMU Wall to
CMU Wall
- - - -
WWD1011
or
WWD1012
or
WWD1017
- - - -
- - - -
WWS1001 WWD1050,
WWD0043,
TL/PV60-01
or
WWD-1052
Gyp Bd Parti'n
to Gyp Bd
Parti'n
- - - -
WWD0067
- - - -
- - - -
WWS0004
- - - -
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