Intumescent coatings are reactive fire-protection paints applied to the tray surface—often factory-applied to control thickness and quality. This guide explains the critical steps in fireproof cable trays acceptance, covering coating processes, inspection standards, and more. By following these steps, you can enhance durability. The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has recently published a technical bulletin addressing the potential hazards of painting cables used in fire detection and fire alarm systems. If. This guidance document outlines our advice regarding the compatibility of various paints and their application over Prysmian Group cables. It covers concerns such as the reactions of different paint types with cable sheaths, the effect on any LSOH properties and if applicable, their fire. ALTIC 007 is a water-based, intumescent fire retardant coating designed for cables, cable trays, and penetrations, providing up to 4 hours of certified circuit integrity as per NTH Mumbai testing.
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