My bad for not being clear and appreciate your explanation.
1- The drop panel at this project is slightly less than 1/6 of span, can I fire proof 0.16 of span around the column only, in order to achieve the FRL required for the slab?
2- Also, what to do if column has capital rather than drop...
To be clear, I have a 180 thick suspended slab supported by continuous band beam externally and concrete columns with drop panels internally.
The external edge of slab is supporting a masonry wall with 90 min fire rating.
In order for the wall to be considered for 90 FRL, the supporting...
I am working on a project where fire rating to an existing slab is required. The slab is 180 thick and supported by concrete columns. Based on table 5.5.2(A) the minimum thickness for 90 minutes rating is 200mm thick slab.
However, based on clause 5.5.2 (b) of AS3600:2018 for area outside of...
