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Product Description
K Systems Direct Fix features the use of mineral wool insulation and is suitable for steel frame structures, which generates exceptional insulation performance and provides the highest level of fire rating. Direct Fix is an Agrément certified system, which is directly fixed to sheathed steel frame structures on low or high-rise buildings. Direct Fix offers up to four industry leading finish options, including the A1 fire rated Mineral TC and VBriQ+ Clay Brick Slips, as well as VBriQ Acrylic Brick Slips and Silicone TC render finishes. Direct Fix is a cost-effective solution, which offers a quick and simple system installation.
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Features & Benefits
Direct Fix provides a variety of benefits.
Fire Performance
Direct Fix offers an A1 fire rating for Mineral TC and VBriQ+ clay brick slips and an A2-s1,d0 for Silicone TC and VBriQ acrylic brick slips.
Breathable
Mineral wool insulation provides excellent breathability.
Usability
Direct Fix can be used on both high-rise and low-rise buildings.
Finishes Available
Direct Fix offers the widest certified range of finishes available on the market.
Additional Product Information
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| Technical Data | |
|---|---|
| Fire performance | A1 fire rating for Mineral TC and VBriQ+ clay brick slips and an A2-s1,d0 for Silicone TC and VBriQ acrylic brick slips |
| Certification | KIWA certified |
| Building suitability | Suitable for buildings of any height |
| Acoustic Properties | Excellent |
| Environmental | Mineral wool insulation contains no gases with Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) or Global Warming Potential (GWP) |
| Finish options | Direct Fix offers the widest certified range of finishes available on the market |
| UK Agrément Certifications | |
|---|---|
| KIWA | BAW-22-259-S-A-UK (Direct Fix - Steel Frame) | Download PDF |
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DIRECT FIX | DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE
Introducing K Systems most recent innovation, a new KIWA BDA-certified Direct Fix system, which is ideal for new build or retrofit steel framed structures of any height, delivers outstanding cost efficiency compared to cavity based systems, and offers four stunning industry leading finishes, with A1 fire resistance options within that.
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Approved Finishes
Mineral Thin Coat Renders
Cement based, polymer modified, through-coloured mineral thin coat renders, which contain a silicone water repellent and provide an attractive, low maintenance finish.
VBriQ+ Clay Brick Slips
Quick to install, cost-effective and light-weight traditional clay brick slip system, which provides a traditional brick finish.
VBriQ Acrylic Brick Slips
Quick to install, cost-effective and light-weight acrylic brick slip system.
Silicone Thin Coat Renders
Silicone and polymer-modified technology to provide protection, with a water repellent and breathable finish.
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