Thermal Barriers Delay & Prevent the Spread of Fire

Ensure Thermal Barriers are a Part Of Your Building’s Safety Plan

Thermal barriers are designed to delay the temperature rise of spray foam insulation during a fire and to further delay (or even prevent) the spray foam from being engulfed by fire. Fireproofing is a protective coating that applied over steel and metal. Its goal is similar to that of a thermal barrier, hence why the two services are often coupled together. As the recognized experts in insulation, Great Northern Insulation can provide the appropriate technical expertise required in selecting the right thermal barrier and fireproofing product for the job. This is a time for expert product knowledge and special installation experience – a time where product specifications and building code compliance is essential.

Passive Fire Protection (PFP)

PFP is a fire protection methodology that is designed to contain a fire or to slow a spreading fire by combining firestopping and fireproofing systems. By employing firestopping, which includes fire-resistant materials, a building’s structure can be properly protected and securely safeguarded.

PFP is a fire protection methodology that is designed to contain a fire or to slow a spreading fire by combining firestopping and fireproofing systems. By employing firestopping, which includes fire-resistant materials, a building’s structure can be properly protected and securely safeguarded. When properly installed, Passive Fire Protection can protect the building’s structure, assets, and occupants. Most importantly, appropriate fireproofing will protect structural steel in a building. This allows for essential “egress” time for occupants and residents to safely exit.

Mineral Fiber Fireproofing

An Application With  A Combination Of Thermal Resistance, Fireproofing  And Soundproofing Benefits

Mineral fiber fireproofing products are well suited for structural steel columns, metal decking, and steel joists.  This is an application that requires expertise so that fireproofing AND thermal resistance (R-Value) is provided simultaneously. When dealing with sidewall fire separations, particularly those that require very specific “hour” ratings, mineral fiber fireproofing is ideal. In addition to fire protection and insulating value, mineral fiber will also provide soundproofing.

Intumescent Fireproof Coatings

An Aesthetically Pleasing  Coating Applied In Paint Form To Protect Steel Materials From Damage

Intumescent fireproof coatings are unique, as they are applied in “paint” form. 
When the coating is directly exposed to fire, it swells and turns into a foam-like material 
that will protect steel materials from damage. An intumescent fireproofing application 
has aesthetic appeal – it’s a “decorative” coating that is perfect for exposed surfaces that need to look appealing. GNI installers routinely use these products in applications that require effective fire-protection for exposed structural steel. Great Northern Insulation provides one-source fireproofing services to satisfy high-demand project needs. The expert team at GNI has the technical know-how and project expertise to undertake a project start to finish. The team will help a client to select the right fireproofing product for the job, manage the entire installation process, and ensure that the application is up to the highest standard. Whether it’s an industrial or commercial project, clients can rest assured that professionals are on hand.