Quick Reference Guides

News Posted April 26, 2022

Introducing brand-new literature, the Quick Reference Guides. Each one is an excellent overview of a different Balco product line, highlighting all available products within, along with brief, helpful, relevant information of each. The guides are available in digital form on the Literature page of our site. Some printed copies are also available upon request.

Rep Finder Updates

News Posted March 4, 2022

We have updated the Rep Finder to be more helpful and user-friendly, with search by ZIP code as default. We have also added a brand-new search section for Firestop Reps.

Metacaulk® CID Tub Box

News Posted February 22, 2022

Presenting the new Metacaulk CID Tub Box accessory for through-penetration firestop protection from bathtub or jetted-tub drains to upper levels. Installed prior to concrete pour, available in 2″ and 3″ sizes, designed for plastic and metal drain pipes.

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Metacaulk Smoke and Acoustic 90 (SAS 90)

Product

DESCRIPTION: High-quality sealing compound comprised of acrylic latex essential for non-fire-rated penetrations and joints in achieving and maintaining the required Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating for airborne sound and preventing the passage of smoke and toxic gases in smoke barrier partitions, as required by the IBC.

FEATURES:

  • Excellent freeze-thaw
  • High adhesion, tough long-lasting bond
  • 2-year shelf life
  • Flexible, non-sag set, water cleanup capabilities; paintable
  • Mold and mildew resistant

PERFORMANCE: Tested in accordance with ASTM E90, ASTM E84, ASTM C834, ASTM C919, ASTM G21; Low VOC content; meets LEED V4 Emissions requirements; STC rating 62

SAS 90 One-sheet

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MPSW2H (MetaFlex® Pro Shear Wall) – 2 Hour

Product

RELATED: MPSWC2H
JOINT SIZE: 4-12″ (max 8-18″ open; see MetaFlex Pro Shear MAX 2Hr for larger sizes)
MOVEMENT: ±50% to ±100% Expansion/Contraction, Lateral and Vertical Shear Vary (by Joint Size)
FEATURES: Fire-resistant barrier for vertical expansion joints; Doubles as smoke barrier; Fire protection from both directions; Convenient single-package installation; Intuitive lap splicing; Ships in 10′ lengths; Can be integrated with Balco Expansion Joint Systems
PERFORMANCE: Fire resistance rating of 2 hours tested in accordance with ASTM E1966 and UL 2079; Air leakage (L rating) <5 SCFM/LF per UL 2079, meets IBC 715.6; Intumescent BlazeSeal™ seal beneath flanges is tested in accordance with UL 1479; Seismic, Thermal and Wind movement tested per standard ASTM E 1399; Contributes to LEED® credits

MetaFlex® Pro Shear Wall 8-18″ One-sheet

MetaFlex® Pro Flyer

Seismic Joint Systems Flyer

Hospitals and Healthcare Buildings Flyer

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HDTH – Heavy Duty Twin Hinge

Product

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RELATED: HDTHL
JOINT SIZE: 1-4″
MOVEMENT: ±25% Expansion/Contraction; ±50% to ±100% Lateral Shear; Vertical Shear Varies
FEATURES: Heavy duty/Industrial; Interlocking, recessed, all-metal cover designed for heavy loading; Designed for minimal “bump” across floor transitions; Blockout installation only; Ships in 10′ lengths
PERFORMANCE: Seismic, thermal and wind movement per ASTM E1399 standard; Meets ADA guidelines for slip resistance; Contributes to LEED® credits
LOAD: Pedestrian, Gurney/Bed, X-ray, Floor Sweeper, Passenger Cart, Palletjack (5500lb capacity), Forklift (Class 2, 3370lb capacity), Scissor Lift, Slow Vehicular (See Load Data Sheet for details)

HDTH One-sheet

Hospitals and Healthcare Buildings Flyer

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Metacaulk® Firestopping Solutions

Metacaulk

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Balco presents Metacaulk® firestop solutions for the USA. These advanced products prevent the spread of flames, smoke, hot gasses, heat (even water and weather) for up to 4 hours for

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