FireMaster® Marine Plus | Passive Fire Protection
FireMaster® Marine Plus by Morgan Thermal Ceramics — bio-soluble fire protection blankets for marine vessels, offshore platforms and building protection. DNV and MED approved.
FireMaster® Marine Plus Blankets by Morgan Advanced Materials provide passive fire protection from bio-soluble Superwool® fibre (AES). 20–30% lighter than conventional solutions, approved to DNV, MED and IMO FTP Code for marine, offshore and building applications.
- Variants
- Marine Plus Blanket | Marine Plus Faced | Marine Plus Water Repellent | FireMaster® Plus
- Density (kg/m³)
- 48 | 64 | 96 | 128
- Thickness (mm)
- 12 | 25 | 38 | 50 | 60
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Bio-soluble
Exonerated per Note Q of EU Regulation EC/1272/2008 (CLP) from classification as carcinogenic. EUCEB certified, formaldehyde-free.
Lightweight
20–30% lighter than conventional fire protection insulation. A-60 steel bulkhead with just 2.4 kg/m² insulation.
Certified
DNV, MED, IMO FTP Code, EN 13381-4. No binder — no smoke, no toxic fumes in fire.
PRODUCT TYPE
FireMaster® Marine Plus Blankets are bio-soluble fire protection blankets made from Superwool®/FireMaster 607® fibre for passive fire protection of steel, aluminium and composite structures on ships, offshore platforms and in buildings.
The blankets consist of alkaline earth silicate fibres (AES) with a composition of SiO₂ (~65%), CaO (~29.5%) and MgO (~5.5%). No binder — no smoke or toxic gases generated during fire exposure.
MATERIAL
Alkaline Earth Silicate fibre (AES wool) based on SiO₂ and CaO with MgO. Bio-soluble — fibres are rapidly cleared from the human body. Classification temperature 1200°C per FireMaster 607® specification.
Non-carcinogenic per Note Q, EU Regulation EC/1272/2008 (CLP). EUCEB certified. Meets UK MOD Defence Standard 02-713 (toxicity index <0.5).
Morgan Thermal Ceramics
Morgan Advanced Materials plc (LSE: MGAM), headquartered in Windsor, Berkshire, UK, is a global leader in advanced materials. The Morgan Thermal Ceramics division develops and manufactures high-temperature insulation and passive fire protection for marine, offshore, industrial and building applications.
FireMaster® is a registered trademark of Morgan Advanced Materials. Superwool® fibre technology was developed specifically as a bio-soluble alternative to conventional ceramic fibres (RCF/ASW).
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Marine Plus Blanket
Standard fire protection blanket for marine and offshore applications. DNV and MED approved. Density 64–128 kg/m³, thickness 25–50 mm. Achieves A-60 and H-class ratings on steel bulkheads and decks.
Marine Plus Faced Blanket
Identical fibre core with foil encapsulation: fibreglass scrim + aluminised polyester + aluminium foil. Density 48–128 kg/m³, thickness 12–60 mm. Protects the fibre and simplifies installation.
Water Repellent Blanket
Water-repellent treated Marine Plus variant for applications exposed to moisture or condensation. Same fire protection performance, additional resistance to water uptake during transport and installation.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Chemical Analysis
SiO₂ ~65% CaO ~29.5% MgO ~5.5% Al₂O₃ <1% Physical Properties
Colour White Classification temperature 1200°C Density (kg/m³) 48 | 64 | 96 | 128 Thickness (mm) 12 | 25 | 38 | 50 | 60 Thermal Conductivity (64 kg/m³)
10°C 0.0319 W/mK 400°C ~0.10 W/mK 600°C ~0.16 W/mK 800°C ~0.25 W/mK 1000°C ~0.38 W/mK PROPERTIES
- Passive fire protection: A-60/H-120 on steel bulkheads and decks
- Bio-soluble: Note Q, EC/1272/2008 (CLP) — EUCEB certified
- Lightweight: 20–30% lighter than conventional solutions
- No binder: no smoke, no toxic fumes in fire
- Non-combustible: IMO FTP Code Part 1
- Formaldehyde-free and non-carcinogenic
- Toxicity index <0.5 per UK MOD Defence Standard 02-713
APPLICATIONS
- Marine vessels (bulkheads, decks, A-/H-class)
- Offshore platforms and FPSOs
- High-speed ferries (aluminium/composite structures)
- Engine room sections and exhaust ducts
- Structural steel — passive fire protection
- Petrochemical plants (pipe fire protection up to 200 min)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is FireMaster® Marine Plus?
FireMaster® Marine Plus by Morgan Advanced Materials is a passive fire protection wrap made from bio-soluble Superwool® fibre (alkaline earth silicate, AES). It protects steel structures on ships, offshore platforms and in buildings against fire, achieving fire protection ratings up to A-60 and H-120.
What approvals does FireMaster® Marine Plus hold?
FireMaster® Marine Plus is DNV approved, MED certified (Marine Equipment Directive) and meets IMO FTP Code (Parts 1 and 3). Additionally, it complies with EN 13381-4 for pipe fire protection up to 200 minutes hydrocarbon fire.
Is FireMaster® safe for health?
Yes. FireMaster® is made from bio-soluble Superwool® fibres exonerated per Note Q of EU Regulation EC/1272/2008 (CLP) from classification as carcinogenic. EUCEB certified, formaldehyde-free, no binder.
How much lighter is FireMaster® Marine Plus?
FireMaster® Marine Plus is 20–30% lighter than conventional fire protection insulation. An A-60 steel deck requires only 2.4 kg/m² of insulation.
What variants of FireMaster® Marine Plus are available?
Three marine variants: Marine Plus Blanket (standard), Marine Plus Faced Blanket (with aluminium foil encapsulation) and Marine Plus Water Repellent Blanket (water-resistant). Additionally, FireMaster® Plus for building and petrochemical applications.
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Datasheet FireMaster® Marine Plus Blanket
Product properties, approvals and availability.
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