Semco PR-855 fire stop foam

The effective and economical solution

PRC-DeSoto International

how fires spread

One way fires spread is by traveling along air spaces created by cables, wiring, and pipes. During a fire, these penetrations act as conduits for flames, smoke, and heat, allowing the fire to pass between floors and throughout the building. Fire casualties and costly damages are often caused by toxic fumes, which are allowed to spread to upper floors via poorly sealed penetrations. Polyvinyl chloride and other cable insulations are known to release these corrosive, toxic gases when heated. The function of a firestop seal is to block the passage of fire and vapor. A proper seal helps keep the blaze contained in one area, often preventing the spread of fire and resultant damage.

methods. For example, a common way to seal penetrations is to pour concrete or plaster into the void. Installation involves high labor costs. Once the material has hardened, it presents large scale re-entry problems whenever a cable repair or change needs to be made. Normal shrinkage of concrete and plaster results in cracking and air spaces. During a fire, smoke and heat can pass through these cracks to cause serious damage. Mechanical seals and packs are another method. They are cumbersome and sometimes not reliable, due to difficulties in installation and dependence on craft expertise.

Once extruded into the penetration, the mixed material can be worked easily into tight spaces. It expands in 3 to 4 minutes to a foamed volume three times its liquid state, and cures quickly. This enables it to fill voids and cavities completely, encapsulating cables and pipes and leaving no air space.

how Semco PR-855 saves on labor costs

The performance effectiveness of PR-855 as a fire stop has been proven in many grueling tests. It can also save you money. Your internal personnel can make effective seals with minimum training. PR-855 offers cost savings when making repairs, as well as during initial installation. You gain these cost advantages because of the products unique properties and packaging system.

problems with common sealing methods

The public has become increasingly concerned with the serious threat of uncontained fire in high rise buildings, telephone exchanges, and power plants. Building codes in many cities are being changed to require fire preventative sealing of penetrations. Many buildings, left dangerously unsealed, may require retrofit corrections. A major obstacle to this important safety measure has been high labor cost and/or questionable effectiveness of common sealing

the solution: Semco PR-855 fire resistant silicone foam

Semco PR-855 firestop foam, classified by Underwriters Laboratory, offers the first effective alternative. In Factory Mutual and U.L. tests, it withstood 2000F heat without burning. It effectively blocked passage of flame, heat, smoke, and toxic fumes. PR-855 seals also passed the U.L. hose stream test, demonstrating resistance to water permeation and blow out. This is an important feature when flooding is caused by sprinkler systems and fire hoses. A water resistant seal helps keep water from leaking through penetrations to damage the floors below. PR-855 is a two-part silicone foam, easily mixed and applied.

easy application: the Semkit cartridge

PR-855 is supplied in PRCDeSoto Internationals proprietary Semkit cartridge, which permits storage, mixing, and application, all in a single cartridge. When ready to use, follow these simple directions: mix the material inside the cartridge and apply. Thats all there is to it. One never comes in contact with the material. The cartridge is disposable. Simplicity of use makes it ideal for original applications, retrofits, and repairs. PR-855 comes in a wide range of
Semkit cartridge sizes.

the right equipment for large scale applications

If you need to fill penetrations that are over several cubic feet, it may be more cost effective to purchase PR-855 in one-gallon or ten-gallon units and hand mix or apply with PRC-DeSoto Internationals portable application equipment.

Semco PR-855: U.L. classified firestop foam

Effective penetration seal blocks fire, smoke, fumes, water In U.L. tests, withstood 2000F heat without burning No toxic fumes when heated Reduces labor costs Easy application minimum training Fast curing foam fills all spaces Easy re-entry, fast reseal Storage, mixing, and application in one package Portable equipment for large applications

description
PR-855 is a black, two-part, room temperature vulcanizing (RTV), silicone foam. It cures to a free blown density ranging from 15 to 20 lb./ft.3 within a period of 3 to 4 minutes after mixing. Part A is black and Part B is off-white for visual determination and inspection of the uniformity of mixing. When Parts A and B are thoroughly mixed, the product will expand and cure. Only a slight exotherm is exhibited during cure. For further information on product characteristics, applications, and health and safety information, consult a PRC-DeSoto International technical data sheet.

easy re-entry One of the best features of PR-855 is its flexibility. When you need to make a cable change or repair, the material can be easily removed where necessary, without affecting the rest of the seal. Once the repair is made, penetration can be quickly resealed with a Semkit cartridge of the proper size.
easy storage and transportation PR-855
takes up less storage space than other penetration sealants and eliminates messy mixing areas, inventory of different-sized mechanical closures, etc. Semkit cartridges, 1 and 10 gallon units, and portable Semco-brand equipment are easy to store and hand-carry between floors of a building.

how to fireproof a penetration with PR-855

where Semco PR-855 is used

PR-855 can be used in any type of penetration or void: wall and floor openings, multiple cable systems, vertical or horizontal cable trays or conduits, vaults, etc. Use PR-855 wherever you need fire resistant insulation. PRC-DeSoto International will work with you to determine the best application procedure for your particular situation.

Properly dam the penetration to keep PR-855 in place while in its liquid stages. Use fire-resistant packing materials and form board available from PRC-DeSoto International.

Break Semkit cartridge barrier seal and mix compound inside.

Apply. Material will expand as it cures to three times its liquid state.

For emergency medical information call toll free 1-800-228-5653. Semco and Semkit are trademarks of PRC-DeSoto International, Inc., registered with the U.S. Patent Office. All recommendations, statements, and technical data contained herein are based on tests we believe to be reliable and correct, but accuracy and completeness of said tests are not guaranteed and are not to be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. User shall rely on his own information and tests to determine suitability of the product for the intended use and assumes all risks and liability resulting from his use of the product. Sellers and manufacturers sole responsibility shall be to replace that portion of the product of this manufacturer which proves to be defective. Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable to the buyer or any third person for any injury, loss, or damage directly or indirectly resulting from use of, or inability to use, the product. Recommendations or statements other than those contained in a written agreement signed by an officer of the manufacturer shall not be binding upon the manufacturer or seller. Printed in U.S.A., Issued February 1999. Supersedes August 1994. Semco Utility Products PRC-DeSoto International, Inc. 410 Jersey Avenue Gloucester City, New Jersey 08030 (609) 456 5700 Fax (609) 742 0890 www.prc-desoto.com (Formerly Courtaulds Aerospace, Inc.)