Cavity Fire Sock

GIS Duo Cavity Socks are manufactured using Knauf ECOSE Rock Slab which has a fire classification of EUROCCASS A1 tested to BSEN13501-1 which is encapsulated in recycled plastic which will not add to the propagation of a fire. All GIS Cavity Duo Socks are tested in application to BSEN1366-4 as was BS476: Part 20 using current fire test methods. Tested for cavities up to 300mm wide both Vertical & Horizontal uses test report BMT/FE/IF/15078.

GIS Duo Cavity Socks meet the generic requirements for the prevention of flanking noise transmission, along external and separating wall cavities. Meeting approved document E (2014) of the building regulations, for England, Wales & Ireland . (based on width range for application 100mm/200mm/250mm/300mm or 450mm wide.

GIS Duo Cavity Socks have a thermal conductivity of 0.037W/mK and when fitted will provide an effective perimeter edge seal as stated in building regulations L1A and L2A as well as meeting section 6 of the Scottish building standards.

GIS Duo Cavity Socks when correctly fitted meet the requirements laid out in part E of robust detail.

For masonry in a separating wall/party wall, E-WM 1-21 is met.

For Timber Frame in a separating wall/party wall E-WT 1-4 is met and in a separating floor application E-FT 1-6 is met.

For concrete in separating floor applications E-FC 1-14 is met.

GIS Duo Socks are packaged in outer polythene bags for transport and ease of handling. The product must be not be stored in direct sunlight as this may cause the plastic to degrade. It is recommended that the goods are covered or stored indoors if standing for a period of time prior to use.