FTI FibaRoll InstallationApplicationMethods Rev3 3De+2009

General Method Statement for Insulation Protection Applications Rev 3.2 Nov 2009

Fiba Tech Industries, Willmotts Business Park, Waterlip, Nr. Cranmore, Somerset. UK. 0044 (0)1749 881920

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General Working Method Statement

For the

Application of

FibaRoll and FibaGel Products

Insulation Protection

From

www.fti-group.co.uk

http://www.fti-group.co.uk/




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Contents

1. Material case and FibaRoll / FibaGel product overview

2. FibaRoll and FibaGel Products including storage conditions & shelf life.

3. Surface Preparation Procedures,

recommended tools and the cutting environment

4 . Application methods and schedule

5. Terminations and expansion joints

6. Service temperature, design and curing.

7. Application conditions 8. Health, safety and the environment

9. Application integrity testing, quality systems, trouble shooting

and repair.

10. Product Data sheets

1. Material Case & FibaRoll and FibaGel product overview

The improved physical protection and weather proofing of insulation materials is

necessary to improve the life of the insulation system and to minimize the risk from

corrosion under insulation (CUI). Existing methods and materials suffer greatly from

physical damage both during installation and during service allowing moisture ingress

at seams and terminations. Once the insulation becomes wet corrosion will cause CUI

leading to frequent maintenance, increased downtime and environmental damage.

FibaRoll has been used as an alternative for metal jacketing and mastics to protect

insulation material from water and corrosive liquids and thus minimizing the chances

of corrosion under insulation. The features that make it suitable for this application

are that it is mechanically strong, seamless, waterproof, flexible, can be coloured,

excellent chemical resistance and fire retardant.

FibaRoll is technically known as a fully composed „pre-preg‟ and when cured is a glass

re-inforced plastic composite also known as GRP. In its uncured state FibaRoll is a

soft, malleable, sheet material. It is supplied between two barrier films and when the

bottom surface is stripped it reveals a tacky surface that readily sticks to a wide




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variety of surfaces. The top film is kept on (unless spiral wrapping) whilst the

material fully cures to give a hard, abrasion resistant/smooth and tough finish.

FibaRoll is supplied with the top surface outermost on the roll and should not be

applied back to front as there is a protective „veil‟ near the top surface, which aids

chemical resistance and weathering.

FibaRoll is supplied on rolls wrapped in a black UV blocking bag to exclude any light.

The roll core is supported at each end to prevent flat spots developing during

storage. The storage bags are double ended allowing removal from either end.

FibaRoll can be cut using a modelling knife or scissors however please remember to

keep the cut pieces out of daylight prior to application.

A typical construction of FibaRoll is shown below. The veil is of chemical resistant

glass and ensures excellent weathering and performance in immersion conditions.

FibaRoll in wooden stillages.

20 Rolls per stillage. Stillages

can be triple stacked.

FibaRoll in box‟s. Note the

cardboard supports keeping the

roll from being damaged. 25

rolls per pallet.

FibaRoll. This roll has been

removed from its open ended

bag. Note that you can see the

top surface; the other side

goes down onto the substrate

surface.




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The barrier films help to reduce styrene vapour escaping, helping to ensure a safe

and acceptable working environment.

Weathering and UV performance is good for all products with an expected resin

weight loss of 1-2% over 10 years. The construction of FibaRoll includes a non-woven

glass tissue on the top surface, which provides excellent weathering performance and

chemical resistance. In addition the construction lends itself to being re-coated with

a resin system which may be necessary after 10-15 years giving the system a life span

well over 25 years.

FibaGel is supplied in 2.5 kgs cans and is essentially the same base resin used in

FibaRoll. These resins are used as primers, fillers or as coatings.

2. Recommended FibaRoll and FibaGel products for insulation protection

applications

FibaRoll FR M1– Fire Retardant Low Smoke

FibaRoll FR M1 has been developed to have good fire and smoke performance and has

been independently tested for fire to Class 1 BS476 part 7 (Warrington Fire

Research, UK) M1 NFP92-501 Epiradiateur Test and to Class 1 ASTM E84 (Omega

Point labs, USA). FibaRoll FR has also been tested and passed the International

Maritime Organisation‟s fire and smoke test and has therefore been accepted by

Lloyds for use at sea (Warrington Fire Research).

This grade combines fire performance with good chemical resistance and excellent

mechanical properties. This product has been used to protect insulation on vessels,

vessel tops, pipelines and a wide variety of applications within refineries and chemical

plants. FibaRoll FR M1 has a maximum operating temperature of 100C with peaks up

to 160C.

Please refer to specific data sheets for full information on the physical properties of

each grade. All physical and chemical resistance properties quoted in the data sheets

refer to fully cured FibaRoll products.

FibaRoll requires Ultra Violet (UV) light (wavelength 360 – 420 nm) to cure.

For applications where natural daylight is very low or non-existent a suitable artificial

light source (contact us for details) is required to cure the material.

Both FibaRoll and FibaGel products have a standard colour range of natural, white and

grey however other colours are available but there are minimum order requirements,

please contact us for details.

Shelf life – FibaRoll FR M1 - 6 months from date of manufacture.




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FibaRoll is available in three standard thickness‟ 1000 microns, 1500 microns and

2000 microns.

FibaGel Material and Grades

FibaGel can be used as a primer to improve adhesion to steel terminations.

FibaGel has two curing mechanisms namely by UV light as per the FibaRoll or „cold

cure‟ (CC) method, which uses the addition of a catalyst which gives a chemical

reaction cure. The FibaGel UV is cured as per the FibaRoll by ultra violet light and

subsequently the cure time is light dependent. On a sunny day the cure times for thin

applications can be as little as 10 minutes. The cold cure (CC) uses the addition of a

catalyst that must be mixed into the gel resin and this gives a cure time of 30-45

minutes dependent on temperature.

All grades are also available in a standard viscosity or a low viscosity (LV) version that

can be brush / roller applied.

FibaGel FR UV or CC (Cold Cure)

This is our standard viscosity, light curing or chemical curing, priming and filler

material manufactured from a complimentary resin system as FibaRoll. This material

can painted on, rollered on or trowelled into place. This is used when the substrate

profile is coarser, for example concrete or corroded pipe work. This is supplied in 2.5

kgs can and the FibaGel UV is light sensitive therefore when not in use replace the

lid. The FibaGel CC grade requires the addition of a supplied catalyst and this must

be fully stirred in.

Shelf life - FibaGel FR UV - 6 months from date of manufacture.

FibaGel FR Low Viscosity (LV) UV or CC (Chemical Cure)

This is a low viscosity, light curing or chemical curing, priming and coating material

manufactured from a complimentary resin system to FibaRoll. This material can be

painted into place. This is supplied in 2.5 kgs can and the FibaGel UV LV is light

sensitive therefore when not in use replace the lid. The FibaGel CC LV grade requires

the addition of a supplied catalyst and this must be fully stirred in.

FibaRoll and FibaGel products can be over-painted. Once they have fully cured lightly

abrade and apply a coating.

Shelf life - FibaGel FR LV - 6 months from date of manufacture.




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Storage conditions

FibaRoll and FibaGel products should be stored inside in cool dry and well ventilated

conditions away from direct sunlight with temperatures not greater than 25 oC in its

original packaging. FibaRoll must be supported at all times and kept horizontal at all

times.

For extended over-seas container travel were the expected temperatures are likely

to be above 35-40 oC for long periods we would recommend a refrigerated container.

3.0 Surface preparation procedures

New insulation materials by their nature require no preparation however the common

forms of insulation materials like foamglass, mineral wool or PUR / PIR can be

supplied with a foil face lining material. This is obligatory on vertical surfaces such as

tank walls and a beneficial addition on pipework. Foil faced materials aid FibaRoll

applications because the foil linings can be cleaned of dust and debris easily and this

will help adhesion strengths. The foil linings also assist with the adjustment of

uncured FibaRoll during application as you can peel back the FibaRoll without reducing

its tack / stickiness greatly.

All insulation materials must be closely inspected prior to the application for damage,

areas of dampness and particularly with mineral wool areas of low density.

With mineral wool we would prefer to utilise densities above 125 kgm3 as these

densities provide a firmer substrate to wrap onto.

As FibaRoll is a soft mouldable sheet material it is worth noting that it will take the

shape of the substrate being applied onto.

Required Tools – Cutting environment

Some sharp, modeling style knives (Stanley type) – This will ensure clean cut edges.

Some clean soft cloths – This will aid smoothing the FibaRoll down, as it is applied, to

ensure that air is excluded and that the FibaRoll is „tight‟ to the substrate.

Some flat seam rollers – These are commonly used in wall papering and are important

as all seams need to be firmly rollered down.

Some good scissors – These can be used for detail work when cutting templates and

FibaRoll etc.

Disposable gloves – These will help to prevent you‟re hands getting sticky and will also

help keep application work clean.

A metal ruler preferably a one metre one, a metal set square to ensure 90o angles and

a set of dividers for circular shapes i.e. end caps etc.




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Some applications may require a metal halide lamp plus protective glasses.

The best areas in which to cut FibaRoll should be well ventilated and well lit with a

non UV containing light source (household light bulbs and fluorescent tubes are OK).

A steel topped table is highly recommended with a FibaRoll stand at one end so that

the material can be run out easily whilst being suspended and cut to length. We

recommend that the material is run out with the yellow film uppermost. This will help

reduce the incidence of wrinkles and laminations. When cut, Fibaroll should be either

carried flat to the application area or rolled onto a round core (as supplied).This will

ensure that there are as few creases or folds in the material as possible. The

material should be protected from any UV light sources until just prior to application

and the open ended black bags supplied are useful in this.

4.0 Application methods and schedule

a) Straight Lengths

There are two standard jointing methods for a “cigarette wrap”. The joints can be

overlapped or, as described below, use a 100 mm strip and butt together the joining

strips on top.

The application starts at either 2 to 3 o‟clock on the pipe / ducting and continues

underneath the pipe / ducting stripping the bottom film as the application

progresses. Air can be smoothed out by using a cloth to smooth the FibaRoll onto the

surface, just as in hanging wallpaper. The top film is kept in place apart from the area

of the overlap. The horizontal overlap points downwards so that water does not run

into the joint. Hand pressure with a cloth or a hand roller must be used to consolidate

the material at the overlap.

The vertical overlap to the next sheet is achieved by first peeling back the top film

from the area of the overlap only with knife or scissors. Then the new sheet is

applied over the revealed area, the peeled film is brought back over the joint and

A good example of a cutting room,

note the extraction,

the fluorescent strip lighting,

metal topped table and the

supported FibaRoll roll.




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pressure is applied to the joint by using a roller. It is sensible to stagger the

horizontal joints where possible.

FibaGel may be required to seal any joints, which do not look watertight.

The top film is removed only when curing has completed.

Straight section showing an overlap joint

Joint using a 100 mm strip of FibaRoll below a Butt joint

The underlap strip is placed at appropriate distances along the pipe so that the

sheets of FibaRoll meet on top of the strips and are butted together. The underlap

strips are overlapped themselves and the top film removed. The strongest FibaRoll

joint is „wet‟ FibaRoll onto „wet‟ FibaRoll. If a strip cures and the top film was

removed then this rough surface is an adequate surface to apply more FibaRoll onto

with further surface preparation. Each joint and seam must be rolled down to ensure

that it is closed.

Pipe

Overlap joint (minimum 50 mm) Note the staggered horizontal

joints

Note the staggered horizontal

joints Pipe

Underlap strip joint (minimum

width 100 mm); this is also

overlapped onto itself.

An example of an underlap strip

with a butt joint on top

An example of an overlap joint




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b) Bends/Elbows

The two preferred methods are

to cut a “lobster back” or strips.

The application is started at the

lowest point of the bend. Cut

strips of FibaRoll are applied to

the insulated pipe where the

„lobster back‟ pieces are to be

joined. The top film is stripped

from these strips and the „lobster

back‟ pieces are applied directly

onto them using hand pressure.

The „lobster back‟ pieces are butt

joined together and the seams

smoothed with a cloth or a hand

roller.

After application, FibaGel should

be used if required to seal any

joints.

c) Tees

First, cut two strips to go below the seams at the collar area to cover the junction between

the two pipes. This should be at least 30mm wide and cut in two allowing for a vertical overlap.

Elbows

Circumference

of pipe plus

15mm

“Lobster back” or Strips

Typical cut pieces to create an

elbow joint with some of the

required tools

The strips of FibaRoll that go

beneath the lobster back

pieces. Note that the top film

has been stripped.

An elbow showing two

lobster back pieces attached.




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Apply these strips as shown below and remove the top film. Remove the top film from the

collar. Cut the pipe sections as illustrated to cover the pipes and overlap the collar by at least

50mm if possible.

After application use FibaGel to seal any joints if necessary.

d) Reducers

In most cases, it will be necessary to cut strips wider at one end than the other to

follow the dimensions of the reducer although it can be possible to cut a cone shape.

overlap each other for 20mm at the underside of the pipe.

Inspect carefully and apply FibaGel to any areas not completely closed.

Note: Where there are small pipes, instruments or trace heating lines etc,

entering/protruding from the insulation system this treatment may be

cumbersome in which case a combination of FibaGel and small strips of FibaRoll

will work better.

Overlaps pointing

downwards




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f) Insulation protection for storage vessels and tanks

The protection of insulation materials for large vessels and tanks requires a slightly

different application technique. With this method „sheets‟ of FibaRoll are joined

together to make a seamless protective covering.

We have two basic joining seams; overlap jointing and a FibaRoll strip below two

FibaRoll sheets butt jointed on top.

Example of butt jointed FibaRoll sheets on top of 100 mm under-lap strips.

A measured a cut strip of 100 mm wide FibaRoll is applied to the insulation substrate

in a position where the seam is going to be, and the top film is stripped off. Before

the FibaRoll strip has cured a sheet of FibaRoll is applied onto the insulation ensuring

that 50 mm of the edge is on our already applied strip. The next FibaRoll sheet is

applied next to the first also ensuring that the two sheet edges butt together on top

of or strip. This seam area must be rollered down or smoothed with a clean cloth to

make sure the seam is closed and weather tight.

Not to Scale

100 mm

Two sheets of

FibaRoll butt jointed

together

100 mm strip of FibaRoll

below two butt jointed

sheets of FibaRoll




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Repairing Procedure for wrinkle occurred from roll and application

If the above wrinkle is left without repair, mold may occur in the wrinkle.air

After r

1. Cut the film of wrinkle by knife or by careful sanding with an appropriate grade of

sand paper

2. Remove the dust and apply the Fibagel by spatula, smoothing and filling as you go.

3. Cure the gel

Examples of overlap Jointing

Overlap jointing is where the edge of an applied sheet is overlapped by a

recommended minimum of 50 mm of FibaRoll. We further recommend that the

overlap material is overlapped onto uncured FibaRoll. To perform this method it is

necessary to peel back the top film to create a FibaRoll / FibaRoll bond. The top film

can be brought back over and this seam rollered down as per the diagram below.

Vertical overlap joint

It may be necessary to use some sellotape to hold the top film in place while the

FibaRoll is curing as strong winds can get under the film and strip it before full curing

Before Repair After Repair

Note „exploded‟ joint with water

shed configuration

Note that the top film of the bottom layer is peeled

back to allow the FibaRoll to be rollered onto

Fibaroll not the barrier film. The top film will be

clear not red / black as indicated in this picture.




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has taken place. Please be aware that a double layer of FibaRoll will require longer to

fully cure.

Horizontal overlap joint

Minimum 50 mm overlap

Vertical overlap joint

To achieve these water shed vertical joints, care must be taken to plan the

application. It will be necessary to start at the bottom of the tank wall and work

upwards. Any seam that does not pass a visual inspection can be sealed with FibaGel

UV.

On rounded surfaces like the dome tops of tanks the jointing methods are the same

although the shapes are obviously different. Care must be taken with curved cut

pieces of FibaRoll that the joints are a minimum 50 mm to ensure a strong, sealed

joint.

Typical complete curing times in good daylight for FibaRoll is 1-3 hours however

curing times can vary depending on the light levels, material thickness and should

be assessed during the day (see application conditions).

If required, seams can be further sealed with an application of FibaGel.

The top film should be removed only when the FibaRoll is fully cured. In practice the

top film should not be removed for at least 6 hours of daylight after application.

FibaRoll and FibaGel products can be over-painted. Once they have fully cured lightly

abrade and apply a coating.

Note

„exploded‟

joint with

water shed

configuration

Minimum 50mm overlap




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Application Schedule

a. Insulation preparation – including full inspection for damage, damp and low

density areas.

b. FibaRoll wrap or sheet application – wrapping with a little tension or smoothing

down with a cloth or roller and the FibaRoll seam rollered down.

c. FibaRoll curing period.

d. Inspection of the application with a FibaGel application onto the seams and areas

of termination if required.

5.0 Terminations, expansion joints and cladding support

Terminations from the insulation are very important. A poor termination can let the

rain / moisture into an insulation system and potentially cause serious damage.

However where movement is expected within the insulation system during operation

(thermal expansion and contraction) or during commissioning, then a flexible

termination must be used.

All cladding systems require support and FibaRoll is no different. We have includes a

couple of techniques within our technical drawings. Wherever possible we recommend

that this issue is discussed at the design stages of the equipment so that engineering

solutions such a stiffener rings and support bars are included.

Terminations where movement is not expected.

FibaRoll covering an anchor

bolt box and terminating onto

concrete utilising FibaGel as

a primer

FibaRoll terminating onto an

import pipe on a storage tank

roof.

FibaRoll terminating and

closing around a product

pipe on the roof of a storage

tank.




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If FibaRoll is required to terminate onto concrete from an insulation system (i.e. the

concrete plinths at the base of storage tanks) then the concrete must have a

moisture content of a less than 5%, have the correct surface preparation (i.e. needle

gun or similar to remove the fines and laitance at the surface) and then a primer coat

of FibaGel. Annular ring movement must be accommodated due to tank filling and

emptying therefore we recommend that the Fibaroll is bonded well to the insulated

tanks wall and to the vertical or sloping face of the tank plinth. The „free‟ area of the

horizontal surface should allow for any movement and reduce any stress areas.

For terminations where there is expected movement there is a drawing 1) that shows

the termination techniques for good access and where access is restricted.

A second pieces / pieces‟s of FibaRoll are then applied

onto the first piece.

An example of a termination on a steel pipe

coming through insulation. The first piece of

FibaRoll is bonded to the steel (newly painted

piping must be lightly abraded first prior to a

FibaGel primer application). This is

circumferentially wrapped and overlapped onto

itself to fully close the seam.

A third piece is circumfrencially

wrapped and bonded onto the

steel pipe thus closing the seam

giving a very strong termination.




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1) Terminations where movement within the system and cladding is expected.




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2) CUI insulation for vertical equipment that allows for movements within the

insulation system.




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3a) Cladding support technique.




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3b) Insulation and cladding support




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Expansion joints

Examples of a FibaRoll expansion and contraction joints on both hot and cold

insulation systems.

a) Hot service piping – Class H standard insulation – expansion joint, single layer

horizontal pipe work (see attached technical drawing). Expansion joint location

should preferably be spaced dependant of expected movement as well as

either side of any fixed points.

b) Hot service piping – Class H standard insulation – expansion joint, single layer

vertical pipe work (see attached technical drawing). Expansion joint location

should preferably be spaced dependant of expected movement as well as

either side of any fixed points.

c) Cold service piping – Class C standard insulation – contraction joint, single layer

horizontal (see attached technical drawing). Expansion joint location should

preferably be spaced dependant of expected movement as well as either side

of any fixed points.

d) Cold service piping – Class C standard insulation – contraction joint, multi layer

horizontal (see attached technical drawing). Expansion joint location should

preferably be spaced dependant of expected movement as well as either side

of any fixed points.




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a) Hot service piping – Class H standard insulation – expansion joint, single layer horizontal pipe work.




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b) Hot service piping – Class H standard insulation – expansion joint, single layer vertical pipe work




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c) Cold service piping – Class C standard insulation – contraction joint, single layer horizontal




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d) Cold service piping – Class C standard insulation – contraction joint, multi layer horizontal




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6.0 Service temperature, design and curing

Insulation systems can be split between hot and cold service temperatures and each

area holds its own challenges and demands.

With all insulation systems one must consider the vapour barrier issues and moisture

penetrating through the cladding material and affecting the efficiency of the

insulation design. Mastic and scrim designs are difficult to apply and are easily

damaged both during installation and service. Aluminum foil vapour barriers especially

PAP foil (polyester / Al / polyester film) are easy to apply and with the PAP foil

option, are tough and difficult to pierce.

The chosen cladding system, like FibaRoll must be tough and flexible to withstand

mechanical damage i.e. foot traffic that could damage both the cladding and the

vapour barrier.

With both hot and cold systems the potential for water ingress at terminations can

be especially high. With this in mind some clients prefer to have at the strategic

points within the insulation system some drain holes that allow any water or vapour to

exit.

FibaRoll should be cured at the earliest opportunity to ensure that in the period

between application and curing, the environmental conditions do not change

significantly. This also applies to indoor applications where the uses of UV lamps are

required. The best advice is to apply and cure as soon as possible.

We have a number of cure options that should suit most light environments, please

contact us for advice.

7.0 Application Conditions

The weather should be dry with the ambient temperature ideally 5 oC above the dew

point and the substrate 3oC above. Light levels have to be assessed and if judged to

be too low then appropriate lamps must be used, please contact FTi for full details.

FibaRoll and FibaGel materials can not be applied in wet conditions as the moisture

affects the curing mechanisms. In dry conditions FibaRoll can be applied up to 65 oC

and down to –15 oC however any applications in extremes of conditions should be

discussed with FTi.

To assess cure times vs light levels there is a simple daily test that can give a good

indication of curing times in prevailing light levels. A small sample patch is taken and

cut in two; these pieces are stuck together as you would an overlap joint to create a

double thickness of FibaRoll. This test piece is placed in an area that has the poorest




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light levels (using clear sellotape/scotch tape) and at suitable time intervals (30

minutes), checked by attempting to scratch the inside surface with a fingernail.

When you can no longer scratch the surface of the material it is fully cured. This is

your cure time for an overlap joint in an area of the least available UV light in those

prevailing light conditions. To provide a safety margin it is recommended to expose

the system to double the minimum cure time achieved in this test procedure.

Any areas that are in shadow, for example the bottom of a pipe in a trench, often

require the use of some reflective material such as aluminum baking foil to reflect

the light (natural or otherwise) into these areas. Where light levels are assessed to

be high and the material is curing too fast then temporary shading is required.

Training requirements

To ensure confidence in FibaRoll applications we require that only trained personnel

who are on our „FibaRoll trained applicator‟ register can apply FibaRoll and FibaGel

products. Training plus applicator exams can be arranged by contacting FTi.

8.0 Health, Safety and the Environment.

Both FibaRoll and FibaGel contain Styrene and this is the chemical that one can smell

when dealing with these materials. The emissions measured from FTi‟s materials are

well within the prescribed OEL levels. However some people find the smell unpleasant

and in confined spaces or areas with little air circulation it is necessary that

extraction be used and that there is a free flow of fresh air. In confined spaces we

further recommend that concentrations of styrene are monitored.

Both FibaGel and FibaRoll materials are sticky and applicators are advised to wear

gloves when handling.

Any waste materials should be cured off fully and this then becomes inert and can be

disposed of as non-hazardous materials.

When using lamps as a curing tool it is necessary to use appropriate protective

glasses to reduce glare.

9.0 Application integrity testing, quality, trouble shooting and repair.

If you find that the tackiness of the FibaRoll is reduced or the sheet begins to

„stiffen‟ then the sheet has been exposed to UV light and extra light protection is

required.

Whitening of the FibaRoll indicates that some form of inhibition of the curing

mechanism has taken place. This may be due to the top film being stripped too soon

or high levels of moisture present due to wet conditions or high humidity. Unless

extreme this whitening does not effect the physical properties unduly, however it can

be unsightly and should be avoided by keeping the top film on until fully cured or the




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atmospheric conditions improve. We recommend that FibaRoll is cured as soon as

possible after application to reduce the incidence of whitening. Please refer to our

„method supplement‟ when using Metal Halide curing lamps.

If an area is required to be opened for inspection purposes FibaRoll can be entered

by drilling a hole (either power or hand tool) and using snips to create a larger

opening. This opening can be re-sealed by abrading at least 50mm around the hole,

removing the dust and applying a FibaRoll patch. The same technique can be used to

repair damaged areas.

Fully cured FibaRoll should have the top film removed as this film can, if left in a UV

environment become friable and difficult to peel. Although this is not a technical

issue it can look unsightly. As a registered BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000 (cert. No. 21354) company we have full

trace-ability and would strongly recommend that on all applications the batch

numbers and product codes should be noted down to comply with your quality

systems.

FibaRoll repair and refurbishment: It is likely that some degradation may occur

sometime after 10 years and can be refurbished easily with a further FibaGel coat

during normal maintenance.

Contact points for Technical Advice.

At the Head Office and Factory:

FTi Ltd.,

Willmotts Business Park, Waterlip, Nr. Cranmore, Somerset, BA4 4RN, England.

Tel.No: +44 (0)1749 881920 ; Fax.No: +44 (0)1749 880843

Neil Smallwood, Managing Director email: [email protected]

mobile +44 (0)7775 895854

Neil Holdsworth, Technical Support Director email: [email protected]

mobile +44 (0)7985 989472

David Chalk, Senior Technical Service Representative email: [email protected]

At the Northern Office in Co. Durham, England

Tel/Fax No: +44 (0)191 492 1607

Tony Taylor, Technical Sales director email: [email protected] ;

mobile +44 (0)7957 873483

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]




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Technical Data Sheet Polyester Fire Retardant Low

Smoke:

FIBAROLL FR M1

Product Description: based upon an Isophthalic Polyester Resin reinforced with chopped

glass fibers and surfacing tissue. The product is delivered in thickness of between 1mm and

2mm on rolls 600mm or 1000mm wide by 10m long and narrower slit reels to suit. The

product cures with U/V light in the wavelength 365 – 420nm at temperatures between –15

and +70C

This system has been developed for its fire performance, M1 NFP92-501 Epiradiateur Test,

BS476 Part 7 Class 1, ASTM E84 class 1 and its low smoke evolution on burning with no

harmful gas levels as defined by the International Maritime Organization Resolution MSC

61 (67) 1996. Test carried out by Warrington Fire Research and Intertek Group (Texas).

Recommended Use: Protecting insulation and other materials from water ingress utilizing

a material, which is fire retardant and has low and non-toxic smoke emissions. FibaRoll can

be used as a sheet cut from the roll, slit reels applied as a spiral wrap or used as a moulding

material for valve boxes, end caps etc.

Colours: Our standards are natural, off white, and grey however bespoke RAL colours are

available.

Delivered on rolls 600 or 1000 mm x 10m or as slit reels for spiral wrapping - sizes

dependant on application.

Thickness: 1.0 - 2.0 mm

Shelf Life: 6 months from date of manufacture

The shelf life can be extended upon inspection by FTi personnel for a 3 month period on a

batch by batch basis and can be further extended at the discretion of FTI.

For technical advice and sales please contact: FTi Head Office:

FTi Ltd

Wilmott‟s Business Park Waterlip

Somerset

BA4 4RN, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1749 881920 Fax: +44 (0) 1749 880843

e mail: [email protected]




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Grade: FibaRoll FR M1

Technical Data for laminate based on 500g/sq.m. glass fibre

Typical Physical Properties

Units

Value

Method

Tensile Strength MPa 62 ASTM D3039

Tensile Elongation at Break % 1 ASTM D3039

Flexural Strength MPa 145 ASTM D790-03

Flexural Elongation at Break % 3.4 ASTM D790-03

Compressive Strength MPa 161 ASTM D695

Compressive Modulus GPa 17.2 ASTM D695

Impact Resistance (Izod) KJ/M² 72 ASTM D256-06

Barcol Hardness Barcol 65 ASTM D2583

Water Vapour Permeability g/(m².h.mmHg) 0.012 ASTM E96:2000

Max Service/Operating Temp Deg °C 100

Heat Distortion Temp Deg °C >255 ASTM D648

Flame Spread ASTM E84 index 15 ASTM E84

NFP 92-501 Epiradiateur Test index M1 NFP 92-501

All data are average values as per standard test methods.

FibaRoll is not hazardous for transport




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Technical Specification Data: FibaGel FR

Product description: an Isophthalic Polyester Resin system modified to give good

levels of fire retardancy. Available in standard and low viscosity and UV or peroxide

curing.

FibaGel is designed to assist in achieving good adhesion at terminations and as a

touch up for any minor damage to FibaRoll during application.

Standard Colours : Natural (Opaque), White, Grey (RAL7040) and most other RAL

colours are available.

Delivered in cans of 2.5kg

Typical Physical Properties Units Value Method

Elongation at break % 2.5 ASTM D3039

Density kg / m2 1.3/1.7 Note LV/Std

Hardness Barcol 61 ASTM D2583

Water absorption % 0.36 ASTM D570

Adhesion to steel MPa >10** ASTM D5179

Styrene emission PPM 4

Max. operating temp. DegC 100

Chemical resistance : Good Chem.Res.Chart

Coverage rate depending upon substrate ie low for concrete/high for new steel

Low viscosity 3-5sqm/kg

Standard viscosity 1-3sqm/kg

Shelf Life: 6 months from date of manufacture. The shelf life can be extended upon

inspection by FTi personnel for a 3 month period on a batch by batch basis and can be

further extended at the discretion of FTI.

For technical advice and sales please contact: FTi Head Office:

FTi Ltd Wilmott‟s Business Park

Waterlip

Somerset BA4 4RN

UK

Tel: +44 (0) 1749 881920

Fax: +44 (0) 1749 880843

email: [email protected]

Documents

FTI FibaRoll InstallationApplicationMethods Rev3 3De+2009