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	SECTION 07840
	FIRESTOPPING
	Specified Technologies Inc.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specified Technologies, Inc., firestopping systems for closing openings in and penetrations through fire rated construction to maintain fire and smoke resistance ratings. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** This section is based on the products of Specified Technologies, Inc., which is located at: 200 Evans Way Somerville, New Jersey 08876 Tel: (800) 992-1180 Fax: (908) 526-9623 email: specseal@stifirestop.com http://www.stifirestop.com [ Additional Product Info and Data ] Specified Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of quality firestopping products and is recognized as an industry leader solely committed to the development of innovative, reliable firestopping solutions. With over 25 years of firestopping experience, STI is committed to the development of innovative, reliable firestopping solutions. All systems are third-party tested to the highest industry standards and are also an excellent smoke seal because of their remarkable speed of expansion.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any paragraphs below not applicable to project.
		A.	Firestopping of Through Penetrations in Rated Assemblies.
		B.	Fire Resistive Joint Systems.
		C.	Perimeter Fire Containment Systems.
		D.	Smoke Seals.
		E.	Construction enclosing compartmentalized areas.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. For typical projects metal sleeves for fire rated openings through floors and walls are provided under applicable mechanical and electrical specification sections. Firestopping and smoke seals within mechanical (i.e. ducts, dampers) and electrical assemblies (i.e. inside bus ducts) are sealed under applicable mechanical and electrical specifications sections. Firestopping and smoke seals around outside of such mechanical and electrical assemblies, where they penetrate fire rated separations, are the responsibility of this section. If conditions differ for the work of this project edit this section accordingly.
		A.	Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete: Sleeves and blockouts in concrete assemblies.
		B.	Section 04800 - Masonry Assemblies: Sleeves and blockouts in masonry assemblies.
		C.	Section 05500 - Metal Decking.
		D.	Section 05811 - Architectural Joint Systems.
		E.	Section 07210 - Building Insulation.
		F.	Section 07716 - Roof Expansion Assemblies.
		G.	Section 07810 - Applied Fireproofing.
		H.	Section 07841 - Duct Firestopping: Fire resistive duct enclosures.
		I.	Section 07900 - Joint Sealers.
		J.	Section 08900 - Curtain Wall.
		K.	Section 09250 - Gypsum Board.
		L.	Division 15 - Mechanical: Mechanical work requiring firestopping.
		M.	Division 16 - Electrical: Electrical work requiring firestopping.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section; add others as required.
		A.	ASTM E-84, "Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
		B.	ASTM E-119, Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.
		C.	ASTM E-814, Fire Tests of Through Penetration Fire Stops.
		D.	ASTM E-1966, Test Method for Fire Resistive Joint Systems.
		E.	ASTM E-1399, Test Method for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of Architectural Joint Systems.
		F.	ANSI/ UL263, Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.
		G.	ANSI/ UL723, Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
		H.	ANSI/ UL1479, Fire Tests of Through Penetration Firestops.
		I.	ANSI/ UL2079, Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems.
		J.	Underwriters Laboratories (UL) - Fire Resistance Directory.
		K.	NFPA 101: Life Safety Code - National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
		L.	NFPA 70: National Electrical Code - National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
	1.4	PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
		A.	Provide products that upon curing, do not re-emulsify, dissolve, leach, breakdown or otherwise deteriorate over time from exposure to atmospheric moisture, sweating pipes, ponding water or other forms of moisture characteristic during and after construction.
		B.	Provide firestop sealants sufficiently flexible to accommodate motion such as pipe vibration, water hammer, thermal expansion and other normal building movement without damage to the seal.
		C.	Pipe insulation shall not be removed, cut away or otherwise interrupted through wall or floor openings. Provide products appropriately tested for the thickness and type of insulation utilized.
		D.	Openings within walls and floors designed to accommodate voice, data and video cabling shall be provided with re-enterable products specifically designed for retrofit.
		E.	Penetrants passing through fire-resistance rated floor-ceiling assemblies contained within chase wall assemblies shall be protected with products tested by being fully exposed to the fire outside of the chase wall. Systems within the UL Fire Resistance Directory that meet this criterion are identified with the words "Chase Wall Optional".
		F.	Provide fire-resistive joint sealants sufficiently flexible to accommodate movement such as thermal expansion and other normal building movement without damage to the seal.
		G.	Provide fire-resistive joint sealants designed to accommodate a specific range of movement and tested for this purpose in accordance with a cyclic movement test criteria as outlined in Standards, ASTM E-1399, ASTM E-1966 or ANSI/ UL 2079.
		H.	Provide through penetration firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems subjected to an air leakage test conducted in accordance with Standards, ANSI/UL1479 andANSI/ UL2079, respectively, with published L-Ratings for ambient and elevated temperatures as evidence of the ability of the through penetration firestop system or fire-resistive joint system to restrict the movement of smokeProvide fire-resistive joint systems subjected to an air leakage test conducted in accordance with Standard, ANSI/ UL2079 with published L-Ratings for ambient and elevated temperatures as evidence of the ability of the fire-resistive joint system to restrict the movement of smoke
	1.5	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Provide manufacturer's standard catalog data for specified products demonstrating compliance with referenced standards and listing numbers of systems in which each product is to be used.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Submit schedule of opening locations and sizes, penetrating items, and required listed design numbers to seal openings to maintain fire resistance rating of adjacent assembly.
		D.	Certificates:
			1.	Product certificates signed by the firestop system manufacturer certifying material compliance with applicable code and specified performance characteristics.
			2.	Certification of Installer's Qualifications.
		E.	Installation Instructions: Submit manufacturer's printed installation instructions.
	1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Products/Systems: Provide firestopping systems that comply with the following requirements and those specified in "Performance Criteria" Article:
			1.	Firestopping tests are performed by a qualified, testing and inspection agency. A qualified testing and inspection agency is UL, or another agency performing testing and follow-up inspection services for firestop systems acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
			2.	Firestopping products bear classification marking of qualified testing and inspection agency.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Experienced in performing work of this section who is certified, licensed or otherwise qualified by the firestopping manufacturer as having been provided the necessary training to install firestop products in accordance with the specified requirements.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain subparagraph below to suit project requirements.
			1.	Certificate: When requested, submit certificate indicating qualification.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete mock-ups if not required for review of construction, coordination of work of several sections, testing, or observation of operation.
		C.	Mock-Up: Install a mock-up using acceptable products and manufacturer approved installation methods.
			1.	Apply one of each unit type of firestopping material, such as penetrations through fire rated partition, to representative application.
			2.	Locate where directed.
			3.	Maintenance: Maintain mock-up during construction for workmanship comparison.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
				a.	Remove and legally dispose of mock-up when no longer required.
				b.	Incorporate mock-up into final construction upon Architect's approval.
		D.	Preinstallation Meetings: Conduct meetings to verify project requirements, substrate conditions, manufacturer's installation instructions, and warranty requirements. Comply with Division 1 requirements.
	1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Delivery:
			1.	Manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged containers, identification labels intact identifying product and manufacturer, date of manufacture; lot number; shelf life, if applicable; qualified testing and inspection agency's classification marking; and mixing instructions for multicomponent materials..
			2.	Handle and store products according to manufacturer's recommendations published in technical materials. Leave products wrapped or otherwise protected and under clean and dry storage conditions until required for installation.
		B.	Storage and Protection:
			1.	Store materials protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by manufacturer.
	1.8	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	Do not install firestopping products when ambient or substrate temperatures are outside limitations recommended by manufacturer.
		B.	Do not install firestopping products when substrates are wet due to rain, frost, condensation, or other causes.
		C.	Maintain minimum temperature before, during, and for minimum 3 days after installation of materials
		D.	Do not use materials that contain flammable solvents.
		E.	Coordinate construction of openings and penetrating items to ensure that through-penetration firestop systems are installed according to specified requirements.
		F.	Coordinate sizing of sleeves, openings, core-drilled holes or cut openings to accommodate through-penetration firestop systems.
		G.	Schedule installation of firestopping after completion of penetrating item installation but prior to covering or concealing of openings.
		H.	Schedule installation of safing materials in linear opening at curtain wall prior to construction that limits access to safing slot.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Specified Technologies Inc., which is located at: 200 Evans Way ; Somerville, NJ 08876; Toll Free Tel: 800-992-1180; Tel: 908-526-8000; Fax: 908-526-9623; Email: request info; Web: www.stifirestop.com
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph above or below; coordinate with Division 1 requirements.
		B.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
		C.	Single Source: Obtain firestop systems for each type of penetration or joint opening and construction condition indicated only from a single manufacturer.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following paragraphs to clearly indicate the scope of firestopping required. Include a Schedule listing systems for all or include similar identification on the Drawings. On the drawings, use the same terminology used in this section in order to connect the schedule with the specification.
	2.2	MATERIALS
		A.	General: Use only firestopping products that have been tested for specific fire-resistance-rated construction conditions conforming to construction assembly type, penetrating item type or joint opening width and movement capabilities, annular space requirements, and fire-rating involved for each separate instance.
		B.	Latex Sealants: STI SpecSeal Series single component latex formulations that upon cure do not re-emulsify during exposure to moisture, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSS Intumescent Sealant.
			2.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series LCI Intumescent Sealant.
			3.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series LC Endothermic Sealant.
			4.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series AS Elastomeric Spray.
			5.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series ES Elastomeric Sealant.
		C.	Firestop Devices: STI SpecSeal Series factory-assembled steel collars lined with intumescent material sized to fit specific outside diameter of penetrating item, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSC Firestop Collars.
			2.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series LCC Firestop Collars.
		D.	Wall Opening Protective Materials: STI SpecSeal Series intumescent, non-curing pads or inserts for protection of electrical switch and receptacle boxes to reduce horizontal separation to less than 24 inches (610mm), the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSP Firestop Putty Pads.
			2.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series EP PowerShield Insert Pads.
		E.	Firestop Putty: STI SpecSeal Series intumescent, non-hardening, water resistant putties containing no solvents, inorganic fibers or silicone compounds, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSP Firestop Putty.
		F.	Fire Rated Cable Pathways: STI EZ-PATH device modules comprised of steel raceway with intumescent foam pads allowing 0 to 100 percent cable fill, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies Inc. (STI) EZ-PATH Fire Rated Pathway.
		G.	Wrap Strips: STI SpecSeal Series single component intumescent elastomeric strips faced on both sides with a plastic film, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series RED Wrap Strip.
			2.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series BLU Wrap Strip.
			3.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series BLU2 Wrap Strip.
		H.	Firestop Pillows: STI SpecSeal Series re-enterable, non-curing, mineral fiber core encapsulated with an intumescent coating contained in a flame retardant poly bag, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSB Firestop Pillows.
		I.	Mortar: STI SpecSeal Series Portland cement based dry-mix product formulated for mixing with water at Project site to form a non-shrinking, water-resistant, homogenous mortar, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Series SSM Firestop Mortar.
		J.	Silicone Sealants: STI SpecSeal Series moisture curing, single component, silicone elastomeric sealant for horizontal surfaces (pourable or nonsag) or vertical surface (nonsag), the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) Pensil 300 Silicone Sealant.
			2.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) Pensil 300 SL Self-Leveling Silicone Sealant.
		K.	Silicone Foam: STI SpecSeal Series multicomponent, silicone-based liquid elastomers, that when mixed, expand and cure in place to produce a flexible, non-shrinking foam, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) Pensil 200 Silicone Foam.
		L.	Silicone/Urethane Sealants: STI SpecSeal Series moisture curing, single component, silicone/urethane hybrid elastomericsealant for horizontal surfaces, the following products are acceptable:
			1.	Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI) SpecSeal Fast Tack Firestop Spray.
		M.	Installation Accessories: Provide clips,collars, fasteners, temporary stops or dams, and other devices required to position and retain materials in place.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Before beginning installation, verify that substrate conditions previously installed under other sections are acceptable for installation of firestopping in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions and technical bulletins.
		B.	Surfaces shall be free of dirt, grease, oil, scale, laitance, rust, release agents, water repellents, and any other substances that may inhibit optimum adhesion.
		C.	Provide masking and temporary covering to protect adjacent surfaces.
		D.	Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
	3.2	INSTALLATION
		A.	General: Install through-penetration firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems in accordance with the Performance Criteria and in accordance with the conditions of testing and classification as specified in the published design.
		B.	Manufacturer's Instructions: Comply with manufacturer's instructions for installation of firestopping products and the following.
			1.	Seal all openings or voids made by penetrations to ensure an air and water resistant seal.
			2.	Consult with mechanical engineer, project manager, and damper manufacturer prior to installation of through-penetration firestop systems that might hamper the performance of fire dampers as it pertains to duct work.
			3.	Protect materials from damage on surfaces subjected to traffic.
			4.	Apply a suitable bond-breaker to prevent three-sided adhesion in applications where this condition might occur such as the intersection of a gypsum wallboard/steel stud wall to floor or roof assembly where the joint is backed by a steel ceiling runner or track.
			5.	Where joint application is exposed to the elements, fire-resistive joint sealant must be approved by manufacturer for use in exterior applications and shall comply with ASTM C-920, "Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants".
	3.3	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use the following article if an independent testing agency is required. Coordinate with Division 1 Testing and Inspection Services. Delete if not required.
		A.	Inspections: Owner shall engage a qualified independent inspection agency to inspect through-penetration firestop systems.
		B.	Keep areas of work accessible until inspection by authorities having jurisdiction.
		C.	Where deficiencies are found, repair or firestopping products so they comply with requirements.
	3.4	ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
		A.	Remove equipment, materials and debris, leaving area in undamaged, clean condition.
		B.	Clean all surfaces adjacent to sealed openings to be free of excess firestopping materials and soiling as work progresses.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Identify the Test Number and Fire Rating for each location on the Drawing or in a Schedule. Use the following article if a schedule is provided. Reference a schedule or include a schedule as an attachment which locates Test Number and Fire Rating for each location. The following is an example of such a schedule.
	3.5	SCHEDULES
	END OF SECTION