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Firestop Overview (continued)
Test / Evaluation Methods
Hilti has over 1,050 tested systems that provide firestopping
solutions for joints and penetrations through fire-rated walls or
floors. These solutions are proven to help minimize fire damage
and provide life safety. The testing standard is ASTM E814 (UL
1479) for through penetrations and ASTM E1966 (UL 2079) for
joints. Other standards that apply to firestopping include cULS115-05M (firestop testing for Canada), ASTM E 84 (flame spread/
smoke development), and ASTM E 2307 (perimeter joints). In
some cases, Engineering Judgments may be required to address
conditions where a tested system has not yet been approved.
Engineering Judgments are official recommendations based
on previously tested systems and, per IFC guidelines, must be
provided by qualified technical personnel.
Building Code
The local and national building codes are the driving force behind
firestop and its required installation in the building construction
industry. These codes are written by the national organization and
then adopted on the state and local levels of government. Local
building officials then enforce plan design and the actual building
process based upon these codes.
Building Code
(Year)
IBC (2012)
IBC (2015)
Through Penetrations
…shall comply with section 714
706.9 (fire walls)
707.8 (fire barriers)
708.7 (fire partitions)
709.6 (smoke barriers)
711.5 (horizontal assemblies)
713.8 (shaft enclosures)
…shall comply with section 714
706.9 (fire walls)
707.7 (fire barriers)
708.7 (fire partitions)
709.6 (smoke barriers)
711.5 (horizontal assemblies)
712.1.4 (vertical openings)
713.8 (shaft enclosures)
Firestopping is addressed in the International Building Code in the
sections shown in the table below.
Saving Lives through Innovation and Education
The superior quality of Hilti firestop products helps ensure
that spread of fire, smoke and toxic gases is restricted to firerated compartments to reduce the tragic loss of human life and
destruction of property. Through a combination of innovative
products, software and service offerings, Hilti is able to provide the
most comprehensive firestop systems solution.
Hilti is ready to be your partner throughout the entire firestopping
process whether that be assisting with specifications, locating an
independent certified firestop installer through Hilti’s Accredited
Firestop Specialty Contractor (HAFSC) program, documenting
firestop installations with the CFS-DM software or preparing your
team and jobsite for inspection. You can count on Hilti to offer
jobsite support and expertise. Our team of highly trained Fire
Protection Specialists, Field Engineers and in-house Fire Protection
Engineering Team are ready to help you select the correct systems
and products to match your project’s specific needs.
Membrane
Penetrations
707.7
714.4.1.2
714.3.2
714.4.2
Construction Joints
…shall comply with section 715
706.10 (fire walls)
707.8 (fire barriers)
708.8 (fire partitions)
709.7 (smoke barriers)
710.7 (smoke partitions)
711.6 (horizontal assemblies)
713.9 (shaft enclosures)
…shall comply with section 713
706.10 (fire walls)
707.8 (fire barriers)
708.8 (fire partitions)
709.7 (smoke barriers)
712.1.5 (vertical openings)
713.9 (shaft enclosures)
Hilti. Outperform. Outlast.
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Perimeter
Joints
715.4
715.4
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