Please note should you be unsure whether this product/system is suitable for your requirements please download and complete the 'Thermoguard Steel Enquiry Form' and return by email to [email protected]

Upon receipt our team will respond within 24-48 hours with specification/advice on our best suggestion for your project. If you have any questions regarding this process consult our technical department on 0113 2455450 (option 2).

Thermoguard Thermocoat WI 30min System for Universal Beams & Columns is a pack that provides sufficient intumescent basecoat (Thermoguard Thermocoat WI) and coloured topcoat (Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat) to protect suitably primed, standard ‘ɪ’ shape structural steel beams and columns in internal environments to 30 minute fire resistance.

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• Features & Benefits
• Basecoat Details
• Topcoat Details
• Each Pack Contains:
• Surface Preparation
• System Application
• Application Checklist
• Application Conditions
• Certification

Features & Benefits

• Achieves 1/2 hour (30 mins) fire resistance on structural steel
• Tested to British Standard - BS476 Part 21 : 1987
• 2 coat system*
• 4,000+ colours available in RAL, British Standard, and NCS
• Certificate of Supply available with every purchase – Apply HERE
• Can be applied by brush, roller or airless spray
• Suitable for C1 and C2 environments
• Specification and application details included on container label
• Available in 6m², 12m², 18m² and 24m² & 48m² packs

Basecoat Details

Thermoguard Thermocoat WI is a water-based intumescent paint system providing fire resistance to structural steel and cast iron with a minimum number of coats. Designed to provide 30 and 60 minutes fire resistance on standard structural steel members in internal environments available in 2.5kg, 5kg and 20kg containers. It provides an easier and more efficient alternative to cladding steel members in plasterboard.

Topcoat Details

Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is an oil based, decorative flame-retardant paint used to decorate and complete Thermoguard fire protection upgrading systems. Available in both Eggshell and Gloss finishes in nearly all BS, RAL and NCS colours.

Each Pack Contains:

• 6m² - 2.5kg Thermocoat WI and 2.5lt Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss
• 12m² - 5kg Thermocoat WI and 2.5lt Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss
• 18m² - 7.5kg (1 x 2.5KG and 1 x 5KG) Thermocoat WI and 2.5lt Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss
• 24m² - 10kg Thermocoat WI and 5lt Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss
• 48m² - 20kg Thermocoat WI and 7.5lt Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss

Surface Preparation

Steelwork to be coated with Thermoguard Thermocoat WI must be primed with an anti-corrosion primer suited to the intended environment of the building and applied to the Manufacturer’s Specification. If your steel is bare, we can suggest after cleaning/preparation, mild steel can be primed with Thermoguard Steel Fire Paint Primer. If the steel has been galvanised then surfaces should be treated with Teamac Mordant Solution/ ‘T Wash before priming with Thermoguard Steel Fire Paint Primer.

Before applying Thermoguard Thermocoat WI, patch prime any damaged areas of primer and ensure the surface is dry, free from rust, oil, grease, dust and other contaminants. Existing decorative finishes must be removed.

System Application

To suitably primed steel, apply 1 coat of Thermocoat WI at 2.4m² per kilogram (325 microns WFT), allow to dry (minimum 10 hours at 20°C). Then apply 1 coat* of Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat Eggshell or Gloss at 8m² per litre in the colour of your choice.

*1 coat of Thermoguard Flame Retardant Topcoat is normally sufficient but for dark contrasting colours 2 coats may be required.

Application Checklist

The following instructions are for on-site application only. For offsite application, refer to the Technical Department.

Ensure that:

• The primer is compatible with Thermoguard Thermocoat WI and has been applied correctly.
• The overcoating period for the primer has not been exceeded.
• The correct primer is used for galvanised steel.
• All damage to the primer has been repaired & re-primed.
• Site and weather conditions are within specification.
• Thermoguard Thermocoat WI is stored correctly.
• Surface is clean, dry and free from contamination.
• Correct spray equipment is available, if appropriate.
• Application instructions have been read prior to commencement of work.
• Ensure different basecoats are not applied on the same section of steel.
• Equipment should be clean and free from contaminants or dried material.
• Wet film gauges are available for use.

Application Conditions

Recommended for application to dry, protected, interior structural steels only. If Thermoguard Thermocoat WI is allowed to get wet, it is likely to become damaged and may cause blistering and wrinkling to occur.

Thermoguard Thermocoat WI should only be applied when the air and steel temperatures are above 4°C. Relative humidity should be below 80% for successful application. Steel surface temperature should be a minimum of 3°C above the dew point. Ensure the steel is dry and protected from contact with rain or condensation during the application, drying and curing process.

Please note: These packs are NOT suitable for hollow sections or 60min protection. If you require 60min Protection please see our Thermoguard Thermocoat WI 60min System for Universal Beams & Columns. If you have Hollow Sections to protect please complete the Thermoguard Steel Enquiry Form found in the description HERE to enable us to provide a specification.

Thermoguard Thermocoat WI is suitable for all types of structural steel, subject to the following min/max requirements:

Please download and read the product data sheets (available under the 'DATA SHEETS' tab above) before use.

If you are in any doubt with any element of these products or packs please contact our Technical Department on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] (option 2).

Certification

To receive a 'Certificate of Supply' for your purchase, after application of the product, simply complete the online form via the ‘Apply For A Certificate Of Supply’ HERE. Your certificate should be returned to you within 7-10 working days.

IMPORTANT FIRE PRODUCTS NOTICE: The information displayed on this website should be used as a guide ONLY and our Technical Department should be contacted to obtain a tailored specification and any advice necessary before you place an order for fire protection products. Fire protection products are non-returnable except in accordance with Condition 8 of the Terms and Conditions and should be applied only by an individual with the necessary expertise and experience. We will not be held liable for any resulting damage to property, human life or monetary costs incurred due to the incorrect specification you have prepared or use of fire protection products caused by your negligence, including your failure to have contacted us to obtain the relevant advice/specification.