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CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

T E C H N O L O G I E S

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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS

Report for: Rieder Faserbeton-Elemente GmbH Date: January 24, 2011 Glasberg 1

D-83059 Kolbermoor Germany

Attention: Ted Devit

Product Name: Fibre C Cement Panel Manufacturer: Rieder

Date Received: June 11, 2009 Source: PRI-CMT

Project No.: RFE-002-02-01 Test Dates: November 30, 2009 – July 21, 2010

Subject: The purpose of this project was to determine certain performance properties of Rieder Faserbeton-Elemente GmbH Fiber C fiber cement siding for compliance with the conditions of acceptance of ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria AC90: Acceptance Criteria For Fiber Cement Siding Used as Exterior Wall Siding using ASTM C 1186-02 and C 1186-08: Standard Specification for Flat Fiber-Cement Sheets, Type A, Grade IV.

Sample Description: The samples used for testing were full sized sheets.

Product Sampling: The sampling complied with the requirements of AC85: Acceptance Criteria for Test Reports, Section 3.2 Testing of Representative Products. The product was sampled by PRI-CMT.

Test Methods: The test methods used included those found in ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria AC90 (November 1, 2005): Acceptance Criteria For Fiber Cement Siding Used as Exterior Wall Siding and including: ASTM C 1186-99: Standard Specification for Flat Fiber-Cement Sheets, Type A: Sheets are intended for exterior applications, subjected to direct action of sun, rain, or snow, ASTM G 155-00a: Standard Practice for Operating Xeon Arc Light Apparatus for Exposure of Non-

Metallic Materials, and ASTM E 330-971: Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

Rieder Faserbeton-Elemente GmbH ICC-ES AC90 for Fibre C Page 2 of 6



Summary Results of Testing:

Test and Performance Requirements Test Method Result Requirement

3.1 Physical Properties

Mechanical and Physical Requirements

Flexural Strength, Wet (psi) ASTM C 1186

MD 3826 ≥ 2610

CMD 3426 ≥ 2610

Flexural Strength, Equilibrium (psi) ASTM C 1186

MD 4001 ≥ 3190

CMD 3801 ≥3190

Density, pcf ASTM C 1186 204 Report

Dimensions and Tolerances

Nominal Length and Width (in) ASTM C 1186

Length 94 Report

Width 47-1/8 Report

Nominal Thickness (in) ASTM C 1186 0.51 Report

Length and Width Tolerance (in) ASTM C 1186

Length Tolerance 1/8 ≤ ±1/4

Width Tolerance 1/8 ≤ ±1/4

Thickness Tolerance ASTM C 1186

Within a sheet (%) 3.9 ≤ 15

Sheet to sheet (in) 0.03 ≤ ±0.05

Squareness Tolerance (in/ft) ASTM C 1186 < 1/32 ≤ ±1/32

Edge Straightness (in/ft) < 1/32 ≤ ±1/32

Workmanship, Finish, Appearance ASTM C 1186

Workmanship [Pass/Fail] Pass Uniform surface on one side,

free of major defects

Finish [Pass/Fail] Pass Exposed surface smooth,

granular or textured

Color [Pass/Fail] Pass Natural color of product or colored by

additional color mechanism

Supplementary Tests

Moisture Movement (%) ASTM C 1186 0.02 30 - 90

Water Absorption (%) ASTM C 1186 3.4 Report

Moisture Content (%) @ 73±4°F & 50±5%RH

ASTM C 1186 1.2 Report

Water Tightness [Pass/Fail] ASTM C 1186 Pass No drops of water

Continued on Following Page





Surface Burning Characteristics ASTM E 84

Flame Spread Index Not Tested 0

Smoke Developed Index Not Tested ≤ 5

Frost Resistance (after 50 cycles) ASTM C 1186

Flexural Strength (psi)

MD – Control 4001 NR

CMD – Control 3801 NR

MD – After Freeze/Thaw 3872 (97%)

≥ 3201

(≥ 80% Control)

CMD – After Freeze/Thaw 3301 (87%)

≥ 3041

(≥ 80% Control)

Appearance Pass No visible cracks or structural

alteration to affect performance

Warm Water Resistance ASTM C 1186

Flexural Strength, psi

MD – Control 3826 Report

CMD – Control 3426 Report

MD – After Soak 2840 (74%)

≥ 2296 (≥ 60% Control)

CMD – After Soak 2977 (87%)

≥ 2056 (≥ 60% Control)

Appearance Pass No visible cracks or structural alteration of sheets and frame

Heat/Rain – Wall Structures, 25 cycles ASTM C 1185 Pass No visible cracks or structural alteration of sheets and frame

assembly to affect performance

3.2 Weather Resistive Considerations

Thickness ASTM C 1185 0.51 0.25 min

3.3 Transverse Load Tests

Transverse Load (psf) 4’ x 8’ specimens; Load to Failure; 25psf increments with 10s duration

ASTM E 330 Procedure B

Positive Load - Panel 1 +200 Report



Positive Load - Average +192 Report

Negative Load - Panel 1 -50 Report



Negative Load - Average -50 Report

Continued on Following Page





3.4 Racking Shear Loads

Racking Load (psf) ASTM E 72

Racking Load (wet)

Not Tested Report

3.5 Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction

Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction ASTM E 119 Not Tested Report

3.6 Noncombustible Construction

Behavior at 750°C ASTM E 136 Not Tested Report

3.7 Accelerated Weathering

Accelerated Weathering [Pass/Fail] Expose 2,000h; Observe using 5x magnification

ASTM G 155 Pass No cracking checking crazing erosion

or other performance affecting conditions

Statement of Attestation: Laboratory Test Results for Physical Properties, Weather-resistive Considerations, Transverse Load Tests, and Accelerated Weathering were completed in accordance with ICC-ES AC90: Acceptance Criteria for Fiber Cement Siding Used as Exterior Wall Siding, Type A, Grade IV.

Signed: Signed:

Steven Mueller Brad Grzybowski

Laboratory Technician Managing Director

Date: January 24, 2011 Date: January 24, 2011

Report Issue History:

Issue # Date Pages Revision Description (if applicable)

Original 11/01/2010 6 NA Revision1 01/24/2011 6 Include Transverse Load Tests results; editorial revisions




APPENDIX

Photographs

Accelerated Weathering

After Heat Rain, 25 Cycles




Data and Uncertainty Analysis

END OF REPORT

Replicate Measurement 1 2 3 4 5 Avg SD 95% CI

ASTM C 1186

Flexural Strength, psi

Wet

MD 3604 4382 3567 3595 3983 3826 354.79 440.53

CMD 3552 2757 4036 3276 3508 3426 464.96 577.33

Equilibrium

MD 4180 3604 4316 3946 3960 4001 270.92 336.39

CMD 3683 3789 3262 4177 3094 3601 431.80 536.15

Density, pcf 204

Nominal

Length, in 94.0 94.0 94.0

Width, in 48.125 48.125 48.125

Nominal Thickness, in

Edge 1 0.52 0.51 0.51 0.52 0.52 0.01 0.01

Edge 2 0.52 0.49 0.52 0.52 0.51 0.02 0.02

Squareness tolerance, in/ft <1/32 <1/32 <1/32

Edge straightness, in/ft <1/32 <1/32 <1/32

ASTM D 1186: Supplementary

Moisture movement, % 0.013 0.017

Water absorption, % 3 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.5 3.4 0.23 0.29

Water Tightness

Moisture Content, % 1.2 1.1 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.24 0.09 0.11

Freeze thaw resistance

Flex, freeze thaw, psi

MD 3872 3612 4008 3666 4200 3872 242.96 301.67

CMD 3037 3667 3860 2796 3144 3301 446.04 553.83

Warm Water Resistance

Flex, sated Control, psi

MD 3604 4382 3567 3595 3983 3826 354.79 440.53

CMD 3552 2757 4036 3276 3508 3426 464.96 577.33

Flex soaked, psi

MD 3156 2930 2868 2514 2732 2840 238.05 295.58

CMD 2928 2829 3047 2913 3168 2977 132.08 164.00

Heat/Rain Resistance Pass

AC90 Adnl Requirements

Minimum Thickness 0.51

Accelerated Weathering Pass

UNCONTROLLED ELECTRONIC COPY

ASTM E 84 Surface Burning Characteristicsof "Fibre C"

A Report To: Sound Solutions

389 Deerhurst Drive

Brampton, Ontario

L6T 5K3

Phone: 416-740-0303

E-mail: [email protected]

Attention: Andrew Rogers

Submitted by: Exova Warringtonfire North America

Report No. 13-002-079

4 Pages

Date: February 21, 2013

ASTM E 84 Testing of "Fibre C" Page 2 of 4

For: Sound Solutions Report No. 13-002-079

ACCREDITATION To ISO/IEC 17025 for a defined Scope of Testing by the International Accreditation Service

SPECIFICATIONS OF ORDER

Determine the Flame Spread and Smoke Developed Indices based upon a single test conducted in

accordance with ASTM E 84-12c, as per Exova Warringtonfire North America Quotation No. 13-002-154,143

accepted January 28, 2013.

SAMPLE IDENTIFICATION (Exova sample identification number 13-002-S0079)

Extruded concrete panels with fiberglass reinforcement; 13 mm thick, identified as:

"Fibre C"

TEST PROCEDURE

The method, designated as ASTM E 84-12c "Standard Method of Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of

Building Materials", is designed to determine the relative surface burning characteristics of materials under

specific test conditions. Results are expressed in terms of Flame Spread Index (FSI) and Smoke Developed (SD).

Although the procedure is applicable to materials, products and assemblies used in building construction for

development of comparative surface spread of flame data, the test results may not reflect the relative surface

burning characteristics of tested materials under all building fire conditions.

SAMPLE PREPARATION

The test sample consisted of 3 sections of material, each approximately 0.5 inch (13 mm) in total thickness by

21 inches (533 mm) in width by 96 inches (2438 mm) in length. The sections were butted together to form the

requisite specimen length. Prior to testing, the sample was conditioned to constant weight at a temperature

of 73 ± 5°F (23 ± 3°C) and a relative humidity of 50 ± 5%. During testing the sample was self-supporting.

The testing was performed on: 2013-02-13

SUMMARY OF TEST PROCEDURE

The tunnel is preheated to 150 ± 5°F (66 ± 2.8°C), as measured by the floor-embedded thermocouple located

23.25 feet (7087 mm) downstream of the burner ports, and allowed to cool to 105 ± 5°F (40.5 ± 2.8°C), as

measured by the floor-embedded thermocouple located 13 feet (3962 mm) from the burners. At this time the

tunnel lid is raised and the test sample is placed along the ledges of the tunnel so as to form a continuous

ceiling 24 feet (7315 mm) long, 12 inches (305 mm) above the floor. Three 8 foot (2438 mm) sections of

0.25 inch (6 mm) cement board are then placed on the back side of the sample end-to-end, to protect the

tunnel lid, and the lid is then lowered into place.

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SUMMARY OF TEST PROCEDURE (continued)

Upon ignition of the gas burners, the flame spread distance is observed and recorded every second. Flame

spread distance versus time is plotted. Calculations ignore all flame front recessions and Flame Spread

Index (FSI) is determined by calculating the total area under the curve for the test sample. If the area under the

curve (A) is less than or equal to 97.5 min·ft, then FSI = 0.515·A; if greater, FSI = 4900/(195-A). FSI is then

rounded to the nearest multiple of 5.

Smoke Developed (SD) is determined by dividing the total area under the obscuration curve by that of red oak,

and multiplying by 100. SD is then rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 if less than 200. SD values over 200

are rounded to the nearest multiple of 50. Section 5.1.9.1 of ASTM E 84-12c specifies a single combination of

lamp and photocell to create the requisite optical system. It is anticipated that alternative, equivalent systems

will be permitted in future revisions of the test standard. In May 2012, the Exova tunnel was modified to

include a specially-designed optical measurement system that is utilized by many other tunnel systems

worldwide. Although an improvement to performance and reliability is realized, as of this date the new system

is not specifically recognized by ASTM E 84 so this represents a deviation to the test protocol.

TEST RESULTS

Flame Spread Smoke

SAMPLE Index (FSI) Developed (SD)

"Fibre C" 0 0

Observations of Burning Characteristics

- The sample did not ignite. Spalling and discolouration of the surface was observed.

Authorities having jurisdiction usually refer to these categories:

Flame-Spread Index Smoke Development

Class 1 or A 0 - 25 450 Maximum

Class 2 or B 26 - 75 450 Maximum

Class 3 or C 76 - 200 450 Maximum

Note: This is an electronic copy of the report. Signatures are on file with the original report.

Robert A. Carleton, Ian Smith,

Technologist. Technical Manager.

Note: This report and service are covered under Exova Canada Inc. Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract which

may be found on the Exova website (www.exova.com), or by calling 1-866-263-9268.

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FLAME SPREAD INDEX

SMOKE DEVELOPED

Flame Spread SmokeIndex (FSI) Developed (SD)

0 0

0 60 120 180 240 300 360 420 480 540 600

0

2

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

18

20

Time in Seconds

Fla

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pre

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RED OAK (FSC=100)

SAMPLE

"Fibre C"

0 60 120 180 240 300 360 420 480 540 600

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

Time in Seconds

% L

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RED OAK (SD=100)

SAMPLE

"Fibre C"

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UNCONTROLLED ELECTRONIC COPY

ASTM E 84 Surface Burning Characteristicsof "Fibre C"

A Report To: Sound Solutions

389 Deerhurst Drive

Brampton, Ontario

L6T 5K3

Phone: 416-740-0303

E-mail: [email protected]

Attention: Andrew Rogers

Submitted by: Exova Warringtonfire North America

Report No. 13-002-079

4 Pages

Date: February 21, 2013



ACCREDITATION To ISO/IEC 17025 for a defined Scope of Testing by the International Accreditation Service

SPECIFICATIONS OF ORDER

Determine the Flame Spread and Smoke Developed Indices based upon a single test conducted in

accordance with ASTM E 84-12c, as per Exova Warringtonfire North America Quotation No. 13-002-154,143

accepted January 28, 2013.

SAMPLE IDENTIFICATION (Exova sample identification number 13-002-S0079)

Extruded concrete panels with fiberglass reinforcement; 13 mm thick, identified as:

"Fibre C"

TEST PROCEDURE

The method, designated as ASTM E 84-12c "Standard Method of Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of

Building Materials", is designed to determine the relative surface burning characteristics of materials under

specific test conditions. Results are expressed in terms of Flame Spread Index (FSI) and Smoke Developed (SD).

Although the procedure is applicable to materials, products and assemblies used in building construction for

development of comparative surface spread of flame data, the test results may not reflect the relative surface

burning characteristics of tested materials under all building fire conditions.

SAMPLE PREPARATION

The test sample consisted of 3 sections of material, each approximately 0.5 inch (13 mm) in total thickness by

21 inches (533 mm) in width by 96 inches (2438 mm) in length. The sections were butted together to form the

requisite specimen length. Prior to testing, the sample was conditioned to constant weight at a temperature

of 73 ± 5°F (23 ± 3°C) and a relative humidity of 50 ± 5%. During testing the sample was self-supporting.

The testing was performed on: 2013-02-13

SUMMARY OF TEST PROCEDURE

The tunnel is preheated to 150 ± 5°F (66 ± 2.8°C), as measured by the floor-embedded thermocouple located

23.25 feet (7087 mm) downstream of the burner ports, and allowed to cool to 105 ± 5°F (40.5 ± 2.8°C), as

measured by the floor-embedded thermocouple located 13 feet (3962 mm) from the burners. At this time the

tunnel lid is raised and the test sample is placed along the ledges of the tunnel so as to form a continuous

ceiling 24 feet (7315 mm) long, 12 inches (305 mm) above the floor. Three 8 foot (2438 mm) sections of

0.25 inch (6 mm) cement board are then placed on the back side of the sample end-to-end, to protect the

tunnel lid, and the lid is then lowered into place.

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SUMMARY OF TEST PROCEDURE (continued)

Upon ignition of the gas burners, the flame spread distance is observed and recorded every second. Flame

spread distance versus time is plotted. Calculations ignore all flame front recessions and Flame Spread

Index (FSI) is determined by calculating the total area under the curve for the test sample. If the area under the

curve (A) is less than or equal to 97.5 min·ft, then FSI = 0.515·A; if greater, FSI = 4900/(195-A). FSI is then

rounded to the nearest multiple of 5.

Smoke Developed (SD) is determined by dividing the total area under the obscuration curve by that of red oak,

and multiplying by 100. SD is then rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 if less than 200. SD values over 200

are rounded to the nearest multiple of 50. Section 5.1.9.1 of ASTM E 84-12c specifies a single combination of

lamp and photocell to create the requisite optical system. It is anticipated that alternative, equivalent systems

will be permitted in future revisions of the test standard. In May 2012, the Exova tunnel was modified to

include a specially-designed optical measurement system that is utilized by many other tunnel systems

worldwide. Although an improvement to performance and reliability is realized, as of this date the new system

is not specifically recognized by ASTM E 84 so this represents a deviation to the test protocol.

TEST RESULTS

Flame Spread Smoke

SAMPLE Index (FSI) Developed (SD)

"Fibre C" 0 0

Observations of Burning Characteristics

- The sample did not ignite. Spalling and discolouration of the surface was observed.

Authorities having jurisdiction usually refer to these categories:

Flame-Spread Index Smoke Development

Class 1 or A 0 - 25 450 Maximum

Class 2 or B 26 - 75 450 Maximum

Class 3 or C 76 - 200 450 Maximum

Note: This is an electronic copy of the report. Signatures are on file with the original report.

Robert A. Carleton, Ian Smith,

Technologist. Technical Manager.

Note: This report and service are covered under Exova Canada Inc. Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract which

may be found on the Exova website (www.exova.com), or by calling 1-866-263-9268.

Exo

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FLAME SPREAD INDEX

SMOKE DEVELOPED

Flame Spread SmokeIndex (FSI) Developed (SD)

0 0

0 60 120 180 240 300 360 420 480 540 600

0

2

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

18

20

Time in Seconds

Fla

me S

pre

ad in F

eet

RED OAK (FSC=100)

SAMPLE

"Fibre C"

0 60 120 180 240 300 360 420 480 540 600

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

Time in Seconds

% L

igh

t A

bso

rptio

n

RED OAK (SD=100)

SAMPLE

"Fibre C"

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