Thermal Barriers Delay & Prevent the Spread of Fire

Professional Fireproofing Installation with GNI Ensures Safe and Proper Protection

Quick Facts:

GNI has the technical expertise to properly install fire-protection materials to ensure a safe and protected building.

A thermal barrier is designed to delay or prevent spray foam from igniting in the case of a fire.

Passive Fire Protection (PFP) is a system that contains or slows the spread of fires through compartmentalization.

Compartmentalization allows a fire to be contained to different rooms limiting the spread of the fire.

Generally accepted thermal barriers include drywall, mineral fiber, cementitious and intumescent.

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.

Warning Warning! Improper or DIY fireproofing installation may lead to accidents, injury or improper installation leaving your building unsafe.

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.

Thermal Barriers Delay & Prevent the Spread of Fire

We are a qualified application contractor for such products as AD Fire Protection Systems, Grace Monokote®, and Carboline® products.

Thermal Barrier

Great Northern Insulation is recognized as a qualified application contractor for such products as AD Fire Protection Systems, Grace Monokote®, and Carboline® products. These are industry-standard fireproofing products (spray-applied) that are commonly used for interior structural steel applications. These products are designed to bond with steel and concrete and create a protective coating that is uniform, durable and long lasting.
All of the products offer performance and value.

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.

Diminish and Prevent Burning by Professionally Installing Fireproof Materials

For companies choosing professional fire-protection for their building, this is already an astute decision and a wise investment. With the proper fireproofing product in place, burning can be effectively diminished, and often prevented. Great Northern Insulation belongs to the National Fireproofing Contractors Association – a group of professionals who provide Passive Fire Protection that’s quite often a prerequisite of the building code. More important, fireproofing can prevent a catastrophe.

Choose The Professionals At GNI For Safe, Effective
Fireproofing Solutions For Your Building

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Thermal Barrier Protection

Thermal Barriers Delay & Prevent the Spread of Fire

Professional Fireproofing Installation with GNI Ensures Safe and Proper Protection

Quick Facts:

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

Passive Fire Protection (PFP)

Thermal Barriers Delay & Prevent the Spread of Fire

We are a qualified application contractor for such products as AD Fire Protection Systems, Grace Monokote®, and Carboline® products.

Mineral Fiber Fireproofing

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

Intumescent Fireproof Coatings

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

Diminish and Prevent Burning by Professionally Installing Fireproof Materials

Choose The Professionals At GNI For Safe, EffectiveFireproofing Solutions For Your Building

Proudly Serving all of Southern Ontario

Choose The Professionals At GNI For Safe, Effective
Fireproofing Solutions For Your Building