Concrete

Adfil®Ignis 1812

Synthetic micro-fiber
for passive fire protection

Description

Adfil®Ignis fibres have been used in many projects globally, primarily to provide passive fire protection to the concrete structure in segmental tunnel linings, sprayed or cast in-situ concrete. This product has been proven to control explosive spalling in concrete exposed to fire.

Explosive spalling occurs when moisture in a concrete structure is superheated and turns to steam. Pressure builds up inside the concrete and results in an explosive failure of the  exposed face. Adfil®Ignis 1812 will start to melt when the heat generated is approximately 165°C. When the temperature reaches 360°C, the fibres vaporise to leave millions of capillaries in the concrete which allow the steam to escape.

Application areas

Adfil®Ignis 1812 fibres are applied in a wide range of applications. Examples include sprayed linings, precast segments, and in-situ concrete for:

  • Road and rail tunnels
  • High rise buildings
  • Cable tunnels
  • Bridges
  • Underground/multi storey car parks

Benefits

  • Dramatically reduces explosive spalling
  • Improves resistance to plastic shrinkage cracks
  • Improves hardened state benefits, such as abrasion and impact resistance

Packaging

  • 1kg water soluble bags