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U-Barrier

Fire barrier to create a fire break at the top of the spandrel panel

Key Facts:
  • Up to 240 minutes fire integrity.
  • Third party certificated by IFC.
  • Enhances fire protection at the junction between the spandrel panel and roof
  • Easy to install before the spandrel panel is fitted
  • Use in conjunction with ARC Spandrel Barrier to provide complete fire stopping around the spandrel panel
  • Complies with building regulations and NHBC 7.2.16

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Description:

The ARC U-Barrier is a fully tested IFC certificated fire barrier purposely designed to seal the top of the spandrel panel. The product can be compression fit or mechanically fixed to the spandrel panel. The ARC U-Barrier has been rigorously tested to meet or exceed the performance requirements laid out in UK and Irish Building Regulations, helping to ensure safer homes.

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Key Stats
Key Stats LabelKey Stats Value
Insulation Rockfibre mineral wool
Thermal conductivity 0.037W/mK
Fire performance: Integrity Up to 240 minutes
Fire performance: Insulation Up to 180 minutes
Test standard EN1366-4
Mass Data available on request

Key Benefits

Fire Product

Excellent thermal properties

Exceeds performance requirements

Third party certificated

Application:

The ARC U-Barrier is compressed between the top of the spandrel panel and underside of the roof covering, creating a fire and thermal break.

NHBC 7.2.16 recommends a 25mm gap between the separating wall and the top of adjacent roof trusses, which should be filled with mineral wool – the ARC U-Barrier satisfies this recommendation.

The person installing the U-Barrier should first familiarise themselves with the datasheet, ensuring the correct product is being fitted into the cavity.

All performance claims made are evidenced in the IFC certification IFCC 1961.

Test reports, third party certification and MSDS available on request

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Installation instructions

ARC U-Barrier is designed to be fitted across the top of the spandrel panel underneath the roof covering. Installation is easy, the barrier simply push fits over the top of the spandrel panel. Lengths of ARC U-Barrier should be butted tightly together, with care taken to ensure no gaps remain. Care should be taken when handling the product to ensure that the mineral wool isn’t damaged.

FAQ’s

Is the ARC U-Barrier fire rated?

ARC U-Barrier has been fire tested in accordance with the principles given in EN1366-4, achieving 240 minutes fire integrity and 180 minutes insulation within a masonry construction.

Can the ARC U-Barrier be mechanically fixed?

Yes, the polythene flanges can be used to mechanically fix, typically a staple, to the spandrel panel.

Do you have further documentation for the ARC U-Barrier?

For any information not found on the datasheet, please contact our technical team for support. Test reports, third party certification and the material data sheet are all available on request.

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