SAFETY , SECURITY & FIRE PROTECTION
MARMOX ANSWERS THE CALL AT LONDON BUILD 2024 WITH A1 RATED FIREBOARD
With the findings of the Grenfell Inquiry continuing to reshape building practices across the UK , the annual construction show at the capital ’ s famous Olympia venue is this year doubling in size and being refocused as the London Build Fire & Security Expo ( November 20-21st ) with insulation specialist Marmox UK Ltd on hand to demonstrate its recently launched Fireboard product on Stand L42 . The Marmox Stone Wool based product shares the unique Marmox honeycomb surface structure with its XPS forerunner and is suitable for both internal and external wall insulation ( IWI / EWI ) applications .
Externally the A1 non-combustible certified Fireboard can serve as a weatherproof renderbacker , or be used internally across walls and ceilings to take a plaster finish , while providing sound absorption properties , along with thermal insulation . The 600 x 1200mm Fireboards are available in thicknesses of 20mm , 50mm and 100 mm and with the polymer modified mortar honeycomb coating applied to both faces . With a nominal density of 150 kg / m3 the boards ’ core material offers a compressive strength of 90kPa ( 9 tonnes / m2 ), while its high insulation performance will help combat thermal-bridging and the formation of surface condensation , as well as having the potential to cut energy bills .
The Marketing Manager for Marmox , Grant Terry , commented : “ As a regular exhibitor at London Build and other major trade shows , we endeavour to ensure the products we showcase are as relevant as possible to both specifiers and installation specialists ; and believe that Fireboard is an ideal offering to help meet the multiple challenges presented by the Building Safety Act as well as Part L of the Building Regulations . The introduction of Fireboard into our range significantly enhances our offer to the construction industry , meaning we have an A1 non-combustible backer board for internal or external use , which can safely be installed across masonry as well as timber or steel framing systems .
The Stone Wool boards are made of formed molten rock , meaning it is impossible for the fibres to absorb moisture , so they will not degrade no matter what weather they are exposed to .
The thermal conductivity of 0.037 W / mK delivers very good thermal insulation while the tiny air pockets within the micro-fibre structure of the Stone Wool serve to interrupt the pathway for sound transmission , which solid materials facilitate . We expect Fireboard to find applications in newbuild and refurbishment work within residential , commercial and other sectors .”
As detailed in its A5 technical brochure which can be downloaded , Marmox Fireboard has been tested to prove compliance with BS EN 1182 , EN 1716 and EN13823 ( Resistance to fire test ) conducted by UKTC , along with other testing completed by the BRE . Indeed , the British manufacturer is proud to announce on its website that : “ Marmox Fireboard is a powerhouse solution , designed to tackle fire hazards , intrusive noise , and the biting cold , all in one lightweight , easy-to-handle board .”
For further information please contact :
Marmox ( UK ) Ltd . Caxton House 101-103 Hopewell Drive , Chatham , Kent ME5 7NP . Tel : 01634 835290 | Fax : 01634 835299 Email : sales @ marmox . co . uk Web : www . marmox . co . uk
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