new “firebreak hits” fire-resistant i-joists … · firebreak™ hits has passed the e119, 15½...
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NEW “FIREBREAK™ HITS” FIRE-RESISTANT I-JOISTS
ASSURE 2 LAYERS OF FIRE PROTECTION.
FIREBREAK™ HITS HIGH INTUMESCENT THERMAL SHIELD
FIRE-PROTECTIVE CERAMIC FIBERBOARD LAYER
ALLJOIST®-SERIES I-JOIST WITH SOLID-SAWN FLANGES
FIREBREAK™ HITS HIGH INTUMESCENT THERMAL SHIELD OVER CERAMIC FIBERBOARD:
The High Intumescent Thermal Shield reacts to heat by automatically activating and expanding into a strong, thick heat shield. The ceramic fiberboard layer, protected by the thermal shield, guards the BCI® or AJS® joist web in high heat conditions.
ARRIVES AT THE JOBSITE READY TO INSTALL:
Boise Cascade I-joists with FireBreak™ HITS are ready to be installed when delivered.
PASSED THE 15½ MINUTE FIRE TEST:FireBreak™ HITS has passed the E119, 15½ minute fire test as required to establish equivalency to dimension lumber joists.
CONSTRUCTION-FRIENDLY:No specific top and bottom orientation to help assure correct framing every time. Web holes may be cut the same as with non-potected joists. Non-corrosive to fasteners. Has met stringent durability standards required by the building code. Does not interfere with joist hanger installation.
PRICED COMPETITIVELY:Check with your dealer for pricing and other product details at 800-232-0788.
•(A)FloorSheathing:MaterialsandinstallationperSectionR503oftheIRC
•(B)I-Joists
•AJS®Joists(allseries):APAPR-S201&ICCESESR-1144(pending)
•BCI®Joists(60&90series):APAPR-S201&ICCESESR-1336(pending)
•(C)CeramicFiberBoardand(D)IntumescentPaper:Ceramicfiberboardcoverstheweband intumescent paper covers the fiber board, extending over the horizontal flange edges adjacent to the web–flange joint. Both products applied at joist manufacturing plant.
FireBreak™ Joist installation instructions
•Maximumjoistspacing=24"o.c.
•WebStiffeners:InstalloverthetopofFireBreak™ HITS, nail and clinch per AJS® / BCI® Installation Guides.
•WebHoles:Cutwithstandardholecuttingtools(e.g.:holesaw,reciprocatingsaw).Holesizeand location per AJS® / BCI® Installation Guides or BC CALC® sizing software. Wear a dust mask while cutting product.
Materials
FIREBREAK HITS™ FIRE PROTECTION FOR AJS®/BCI® JOISTS: INSTALLATION GUIDE
Floor Sheathing (A)
I-Joist (B)
Ceramic Fiber Board (C)
Intumescent Paper (D)