WHAT IS PASSIVE

FIREPROOFING?

It’s the new thingPassive fireproofing contains structure fires before the flames can

spread. Spray-on intumescents, a type of passive fireproofing, coats

roofs, floors, beams and columns. An application of fireproof spray

prevents structural collapse by extending the time a building can

stand during the heat of a fire.

Few things are more destructive and frightening than a building in

flames. Lives and property are at risk when fires break out. It takes

time for firefighters to arrive on the scene. An unprotected building

can be razed in a matter of minutes. Buildings constructed with

passive fireproofing materials save property and lives.

PFPMost structures need a combination of passive fire protection

(PFP) and fire suppression tools. Fire suppression tools are

familiar sights in most buildings. They include such things as

fire extinguishers, fire hoses and ceiling sprinklers.

Passive fire protection includes spray-applied intumescents,

concrete encasements, insulation board enclosures and other

fire-resistant materials. While fire suppression is important

once a fire breaks out, passive protection can keep a fire from

taking off in the first place.

Let’s take a closer look at the most common types of passive

fireproofing.

STRUCTURAL FIREPROOFINGSpray-applied intumescents are applied to supporting structures of a building. They protects the structural integrity of a building, preventing collapse from heat and flames. Fireproofing, insulating and binding materials are mixed together and sprayed onto buildings. It has the advantage of being both effective and easy to apply.

Spray-On Foam uses Isolatek and Monocote, leading manufacturers

of spray insulation. We’ve had great success with these products,

spraying both large and small concrete and steel structures.

Fireproofing sprays are applied at various thicknesses. The

thickness is dictated by building codes and adjusted after testing.

COMPARTMENTAL PROTECTIONPhysical barriers limit the spread of fire. These protections include firewalls, floors and ceilings made from concrete, gypsum or masonry. The proper design of fire barriers can provide safe passageways for people to escape a burning building.

Passive fireproofing seems like a misnomer when you consider that

once in place, these safeguards are always protecting your

property. Our technicians are experienced, having applied fire

protection to thousands of square feet of steel and concrete.

Please contact us to learn more about how we can protect your building against disaster.

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