Intumescent coatings provide an appearance that is comparable to paint. However, in a fire situation the temperature increase causes a chemical reaction causing the intumescent coating to expand. Intumescent coating acts to protect steelwork by insulating the steel, preventing the temperature of the steel reaching such a critical heat that it causes structural failure – this is usually above 600*C.

Fire protection of a building’s structural skeleton is a fundamental factor in ensuring an effective fire strategy for any building project. Failure to do so can easily result in the catastrophic collapse of a building during a fire.

Intumescent paint/coating solutions can provide as much as 120 mins fire protection to structural steel and are readily available in water and solvent based applications depending on the application.

The paints/coatings may be applied by airless spray, roller and brush and are available with a range of topcoats to most RAL colours so that the design team can accomplish their artistic needs whilst meeting the fire protection requirement.

The steel structure characteristics define the fire protection solutions to be used. ‘Heavier’ steel requires less fire defence compared to ‘lighter’ steel to achieve the same level of protection when exposed to the same amount of fire. Therefore the thickness of paint/coating to be applied is a critical factor in using this particular system of passive fire protection strategy.

There is a wide range variety of fire-stopping solutions on the market, and this often makes it difficult to differentiate one from another. Many solutions perform the same function, but may be fundamentally different in there application. So how do you choose a right solution and products for your project?

We understands that there is often a combination of factors that need to be considered before recommending and implementing the best passive fire protection solution for our clients. For example which product is most cost effective for the job, which products are easiest and fastest to install, which solution requires less maintenance, which solution is better suited to the operating conditions of the space or building, how does the passive fire protection solution recommended integrate with the other components of the fire protection system.

Infinity Fire Prevention Ltd recognise that every project is different and each has its own distinguishing differences, so a universal solution  “one size fits all” solution is not the best option. We have extensive practical experience in the installation of passive fire protection systems.

This allows us to quickly assess and consider all possible factors that can affect the choice of a particular fire protection solution, tailoring it to meet the specific needs of the project.

We help our clients to understand all the key aspects of their passive fire protection requirements particularly those that may have escaped their attention, but can result in a potential large concern in the future.

Intumescent coatings provide an appearance that is comparable to paint. However, in a fire situation, the temperature increase causes a chemical reaction causing the intumescent coating to expand. The intumescent coating acts to protect steelwork by insulating the steel, preventing the temperature of the steel reaching such a critical heat that it causes structural failure – this is usually above 600*C.

Fire protection of a building’s structural skeleton is a fundamental factor in ensuring an effective fire strategy for any building project. Failure to do so can easily result in the catastrophic collapse of a building during a fire.

Intumescent paint/coating solutions can provide as much as 120 mins fire protection to structural steel and are readily available in water and solvent based applications depending on the application.

The paints/coatings may be applied by airless spray, roller and brush and are available with a range of topcoats to most RAL colours so that the design team can accomplish their artistic needs whilst meeting the fire protection requirement.

The steel structure characteristics define the fire protection solutions to be used. ‘Heavier’ steel requires less fire defence compared to ‘lighter’ steel to achieve the same level of protection when exposed to the same amount of fire. Therefore the thickness of paint/coating to be applied is a critical factor in using this particular system of passive fire protection strategy.