
DICTUC-Certified Fire Excellence: 125-Minute Integrity Under Extreme Conditions
Validated by Chile's Premier Laboratory for Construction Safety
Sinopan's 120mm rockwool sandwich panels (density: 120 kg/m³) have undergone rigorous fire resistance testing at DICTUC – Chile's authoritative construction materials laboratory – achieving exceptional performance under NCh935/1 Of.97 (EN 1363-1 equivalent). The results confirm our panels exceed critical safety benchmarks for high-risk environments.
Critical Observations
✅ Test Duration: 125 minutes (2+ hours) – exceeding most national requirements
✅ Flame Integrity: Zero breaches through joints or panel surfaces
✅ Insulation Stability: Unexposed face temperatures remained within limits
✅ Gas Safety: No flammable gases released during entire test
✅ Mechanical Stability: Structural integrity maintained at termination
Why This Certification Matters for Chilean Projects
Regulatory Compliance: Meets Chile’s strict NCh935/1 Of.97 standards
Life Safety Assurance: Validated 125-minute barrier against fire/flame penetration
Insurance Advantages: Reduces risk profiles for industrial/chemical facilities
Design Flexibility: Enables use in high-risk applications:
- Chemical plants & oil refineries
- High-rise escape routes
- Hospital fire compartments
- Power generation facilities
A 125-minute zero-failure result isn't just compliance – it's a testament to how Sinopan’s rockwool core technology defends against catastrophic fire scenarios. This validation from DICTUC gives engineers irrefutable evidence for specifying our panels in Chile’s most demanding projects.