Thermal Conduction
Thermal conduction is the transfer of heat through all types of matter, such as solids, gases, and liquids. The heat transfer rate is determined by the material conducting heat and...
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Third-Party Certification
A conformity assessment process carried out by a body that is independent of both supplier and customer organisations. It confirms that products and services have met, and will continue to...
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Through Penetration
A hole made in a fire-rated wall or floor that completely passes through from one side to the other to run things such as pipes and cables.
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Trunking
A metal or plastic casing designed to accommodate cables, normally square or rectangle in section.
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Type X Durability
Intended for use in conditions exposed to all kinds of weathering, such as freezing temperatures, high UV, and rain. Materials that meet the requirements for type X also meet the...
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Type Y1 Durability
Intended for use at temperatures below 0°C with exposure to UV but no exposure to rain. Materials that meet requirements for type Y1 also meet the requirements for types Y2,...
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Type Z1 Durability
Intended for use at internal conditions with high humidity, excluding temperatures below 0°C. Materials that meet the requirements for type Z1, also meet the requirements for type Z2.
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Type Y2 Durability
Intended for use at temperatures below 0°C, but with no exposure to rain or UV. Materials that meet the requirements for type Y2 also meet the requirements for types Z1...
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Type Z2 Durability
Intended for use at internal conditions with humidity classes other than Z1, excluding temperatures below 0°C.
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Technical Assessment
A technical assessment is a fire-resistance evaluation of an on-site application that relies on indirect test evidence. It uses established empirical methods of estimation and experience of fire testing conducted...