Testing to demonstrate insurance performance requirements


The two main bodies, each with their own set of approval tests and criteria, are:


The Association of British Insurers (ABI), which uses the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) assessment


FM Global, which has its own FM approvals.


The LPCB specifies two separate standards:


LPS 1181 – Fire growth tests


LPS 1208 – Fire resistance requirements for compartmentation.


Where a level of fire resistance is required, the cladding system should be assessed according to BS 476 part 22 for non-load bearing walls/partitions/LPS 1208. A cladding system that has passed the requirements of LPS 1181 can be classified as EXT B, whilst those that have passed the requirements of LPS 1181 as well as LPS 1208 can be categorised as EXT A.


Cladding systems using Colorcoat® pre-finished steel can be designed and installed to meet all insurance-based fire requirements. SCP systems have been tested to LPS 1181 and LPS 1208 and achieved EXT A and EXT B rating.


For the specific LPCB certification for individual Colorcoat® systems, see www.redbooklive.com


Colorcoat® fire performance


All Colorcoat® pre-finished steel products have been tested to European Standards.


Selection of Colorcoat® product to meet Building Regulations in relation to reaction to fire is dependent on the building application


All Colorcoat® pre-finished steel products can be used in roofing systems to meet all Building Regulation requirements.


All Colorcoat® pre-finished steel products have been tested according to European standards which is required for CE marking of the profiled sheet or composite panel.


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