reaction to fire

QuadCore AWP Panels are classified B-s1,d0, when tested on the internal face of the product, according to the European Reaction to Fire classification system (Euroclasses) BS EN 13501–1: 2018+A1: 2009 under the certified name "AWP Product Family"  when using the following internal liners:

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• CLEANsafe 15

• CLEANsafe 25

• CLEANsafe 55

• CLEANsafe120

• AQUAsafe 55

fire resistance

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Fire resistance classifications are subject to panel thickness, orientation, method of assembly, and steel coating. Please contact us for project specific details.

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insurer approvals

QuadCore AWP Panels are tested to:

• LPS 1181 Part 1: Issue 1.2 Requirements and tests for built-up cladding and sandwich panel systems for use as the external envelope of buildings certified to:

  • LPS 1181-1 Grade EXT-B under the certified name Kingspan QuadCore® KS600 – 1200 AWP, MR, FL, FL-S, EB, WV, MM, CX, PL, KS1000 TL for thicknesses 45 – 150 mm.

  • LPS 1181-1 Grade EXT-A30 under the certified name Kingspan QuadCore® KS1000 AWP for thicknesses 80 – 150 mm.

• FM 4880 approval standard for class 1 fire rating of building panels or interior finish materials for thicknesses:

  • 45 – 150 mm and panel widths of 900 mm and 1000 mm.

  • 74 – 150 mm and panel width of 600 mm, 900 mm and 1000 mm.

• FM 4881 approval standard for class 1 exterior wall systems for thicknesses:

  • 45 – 150 mm and panel widths of 900 mm and 1000 mm.

  • 74 – 150 mm and panel width of 600 mm, 900 mm and 1000 mm.

• FM 4882 approval standard for class 1 interior wall and ceiling materials or systems for smoke sensitive occupancies for thicknesses:

  • 45 – 150 mm and panel widths of 900 mm and 1000 mm.

  • 74 – 150 mm and panel width of 600 mm, 900 mm and 1000 mm.

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FM approvals are subject to the following certified names:

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• For 1000 mm widths: KS1000AWP, KS1000MR, KS1000MM, KS1000EB, KS1000TL, KS1000PL, KS1000FL, KS1000FL-S, KS1000CX, KS1000WV.

• For 900 mm widths: KS900AWP, KS900MR, KS900MM, KS900EB, KS900PL, KS900FL, KS900FL-S, KS900CX, KS900WV.

• For 600 mm widths: KS600AWP, KS600MR, KS600MM, KS600EB, KS600PL, KS600FL, KS600FL-S, KS600CX, KS600WV.

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Insurer approvals are large scale testing regimes that provide objective third-party testing, which is underpinned by quarterly, bi-annual and annual factory surveillance audits (depending on the region) to verify compliance. Insurer approvals are subject to panel thickness, cover width, orientation, method of assembly, steel coating and manufacturing facility.

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Kingspan Insulated Panels produced in the UK are certified to BES 6001 (Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products) ‘Very Good’. QuadCore Insulated Panel systems have Environmental Product Declarations in accordance with the requirements of EN 15804:2012+A1: 2013 for 100 mm thickness.

All Kingspan Insulated Panels manufacturing facilities across the UK and Ireland are 100% Net Zero Energy. In addition, facilities located in Kingscourt, Holywell and Sherburn generate renewable energy onsite which contributes to that sites energy mix.

Kingspan Insulated Panels procure steel that is made from 15 – 25% recycled content. Kingspan insulated panels directly contribute to BREEAM® / LEED® credits.​

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The QuadCore insulation used in AWP Wall Panel has a Thermal Conductivity (λ) of 0.018W/m.K

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QuadCore AWP Wall Panel has a Thermal Transmittance (U-Value), calculated using the method required by the Building Regulations Part L2 (England & Wales), Building Standards Section 6 (Scotland), Part L (Republic of Ireland) and Part F2 (Northern Ireland)