Metl-Span’s ThermalSafe® fire-resistant panels meet the required ratings for ASTM E 119, CAN/ULC 101, and UL 263 through Intertek and UL+ fire approval, in both the U.S. and Canada. ThermalSafe achieves a one-, two-, or three-hour fire rating for walls and 1.5 hours for ceilings, making it the fire-resistant panel of choice. These fire rated metal panel systems maximize fire resistance performance, ensuring properties and people are safeguarded from fire.
ThermalSafe fire rated metal panel systems are made with a non-combustible structural mineral wool core to maximize compressive strength. They also include LockGuard®, an exclusive double tongue-and-groove interlocking side joint, to further enhance the fire-resistant performance.
These UL fire rated panel systems provide efficient thermal performance and protection from elements and are ideal for industrial and high fire risk building applications.
You can choose from a variety of profiles including Santa Fe, Striated, and Ultra-Light Mesa. Contact our representatives today for assistance in choosing the best panel option based on your unique needs.
| Coverage Width | 42″, **43” |
| Thermal Values – R-Value & U-Factor | U-Factor(BTU/h-ft2*fahrenheit) Panel Width: 42″ at 75 degrees 3″ = 0.086 4″ = 0.065 5″ = 0.053 6″ = 0.044 7″ = 0.038 8″ = 0.034 R-Value (h*ft2*F/BTU) Panel Width: 42″ at 75 degrees 3″ = 10.9 4″ = 14.5 5″ = 18.2 6″ = 21.8 7″ = 25.5 8″ = 29.1 |
| Exterior Face | G-90 galvanized or AZ-50 aluminum-zinc coated steel in 26 and ***24 Ga |
| Interior Face | G-90 galvanized or AZ-50 aluminum-zinc coated steel in 26 and 24 Ga. |
| Finishes | Fluropon, Fluropon Premier, Fluropon Classic, Flurothane, Flurothane Coastal, WeatherXL, Igloo White Polyester |
| Joint | Exclusive LockGuard side joint has a flush, double tongue and groove connection of the metal faces with an advanced integral spline to join the mineral wool core |
| Core | Non-combustible, rigid mineral wool lamellas. Mineral wool fibers are oriented perpendicular to the panel faces for maximum structural strength |
| Thermal Values | K-Factor of 0.275 at 75°F (24°C) mean temperature (BTU in/ft²hr. °F) |
| Length | 8′-0″ to 40′-0″, variable by thickness, contact Metl-Span for exact maximum length for each thickness |
| Thickness | Nominal 3″*, 4″, 5″, 6″, 7″, 8″ |
1. Metallic paint finishes will exhibit color shift, shade variances, striations and longitudinal patterning that are inherent characteristics and are not a product defect or cause for rejection.
2. All Metl-Span colors are formulated to provide maximum energy-efficiency and solar reflectivity. All standard available Premium I and Premium II colors have been formulated for maximum solar reflectance.
3. Prices vary by color, gauge and quantity of metal. Please contact your Metl-Span representative for complete information.
4. All colors shown are approximate actual finish colors displayed as accurately as possible.
5. Light Stone – Tuff Cote® does not match the Light Stone – Standard SP color offering.
2012 Master Format™ Section 07 42 13.19
All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.
5.45.0The Load Span Tables below are based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD). For loads calculated based on ASCE 7-10 (LRFD), please refer to section 2.4.1 of ASCE 7-10 for the applicable load combinations using Allowable Stress Design.
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Panel Weights in Pounds Per Square Foot
| THICKNESS | GAUGE (PANEL SKIN COMBINATIONS) |
|---|
| 26/26 | 24/26 | 24/24 | |
| 4″ | 4.51 | 4.73 | 5.04 |
| 5″ | 5.22 | 5.44 | 5.75 |
| 6″ | 5.93 | 6.15 | 6.46 |
| 7″ | 6.64 | 6.86 | 7.17 |
| 8″ | 7.35 | 7.57 | 7.87 |
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| Test/Approval | Test Method | Test Title | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire US | ASTM E84 | Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials | Flame spread 0, smoke developed 0 |
| ASTM E119 | Fire Tests of Building Construction Materials | Intertek Listings: 4” panel: One hour vertical or horizontal wall 6” panel: Two hour vertical or horizontal wall 8” panel: Three hour vertical or horizontal wall 6” panel: 1.5 hour ceiling or floor | |
| UL 263° | Fire Tests of Building Construction Materials | UL Listings: 4” panel: One hour vertical or horizontal wall 7” panel: Two hour vertical or horizontal wall 8” panel: Three hour vertical or horizontal wall | |
| FM 4880° | Class 1 Fire Rating of Insulated Wall, Ceiling and Roof Panels | +/- 120 psf rating for minimum 5” panels | |
| Fire Canada | CAN/ULC S101 | Fire Endurance Tests of Building Construction and Materials | Intertek Listings: 4” panel: One hour vertical or horizontal wall 6” panel: Two hour vertical or horizontal wall 8” panel: Three hour vertical or horizontal wall 6” panel: 1.5 hour ceiling or floor |
| UL 263° | Fire Tests of Building Construction Materials | UL Listings: 4” panel: One hour vertical or horizontal wall 7” panel: Two hour vertical or horizontal wall 8” panel: Three hour vertical or horizontal wall | |
| CAN/ULC S102 | Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials and Assemblies | Flame Spread 0, Smoke Developed 0 | |
| Structural | ASTM E72 | Standard Test Methods of Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction | See load chart |
| FM 4881° | Class 1 Exterior Wall Structural Performance | Panel assembly met the requirements of the standard. Please see global requirements. | |
| Thermal Performance | ASTM C518 | Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat-Flow Meter Apparatus | K-Factor of 0.275 BTU.in/hr.ft2.°F at 75° F mean core |
| Air Infiltration | ASTM E283 | Rate of Air Leakage Through Curtain Walls Under Specified Pressure Differences | <0.04 cfm/ft2 air infiltration rate at static pressure differential of 6.24 psf |
| Water Infiltration | ASTM E331 | Water Penetration of Exterior Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Differences | No uncontrolled leakage when tested to a static pressure of 6.24 psf for 2 hours |
| Special Approval | State of Florida° | Product Approval for the State of Florida | Product has State of Florida approval |
The Ark at JFK utilizes nearly 6,000 square feet of Metl-Span’s 7-inch ThermalSafe fire rated panels. The panels achieve a three-hour fire resistance rating, helping the design team meet today’s stringent fire codes while transforming the 60-year-old cargo facility to a 21st century one.
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The waterpark’s facilities, situated atop the parking structure, called for a two-hour rating on the firebreak panels. ThermalSafe fire resistant panels were then installed on the ceilings of the four parking levels to meet local code requirements.
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The Sofidel Centerville, the first greenfield paper plant, utilizes nearly 500,000 square feet of Metl-Span’s 6-inch ThermalSafe insulated metal wall panels, achieving a two-hour fire rating while meeting building code requirements.
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The Lander County Recreation Center requested additional storage space during the construction process to meet the needs of its growing suite of programs. Given the center’s proximity to a nearby school, the fire-rated panels were utilized to meet building codes. 972 square feet of 24-gauge, 4-inch ThermalSafe panels were then incorporated to their facility.
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