Pt 3 - Test for “A”, “B” and “F” class divisions
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Pt 3 - Test for “A”, “B” and “F” class divisions

  Paragraph 2.1 (paragraph 2.6.2.2 of resolution A.754(18))

 “B" class doors should be fire tested in B class steel bulkheads of dimensions as stated in paragraph 2.4.1 of resolution A.754(18), otherwise approval should be limited to the type of construction in which the door was tested.

  Paragraph 3.1

 The calcium silicate board described as a dummy specimen specified in paragraph 3.3 of resolution A.653(16) should be used as a standard substrate for adhesives.

  Paragraph 1.7 of resolution A.754(18)

 “B" class constructions should be tested without finishes. For constructions where this is not possible, finishes should be included in the non-combustibility test of the construction.

  Paragraph 1.2 of resolution A.754(18)

 The thickness of insulation on the stiffeners need not be the same as that of the steel plate.

  Paragraph 4.1 of Appendix A.III and paragraph 4.1 of Appendix A.IV of resolution A.754(18)

 Penetrations and transits should meet both integrity and insulation criteria.


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