What are the key characteristics of fire resistant paint

Fire resistant paints are frequently used in industrial spaces, public buildings and commercial structures. They can be used on smaller DIY projects but not for those tasks that just need heat resistant paints. In homes, fire protection paints can be applied to doors on any floor above the second story for safety purposes and evacuation. Apart from this, it is extremely useful to apply fire resistant paints to other rooms.

Fire resistant paint, also known as intumescent paint is more and more used all over the world. It is like a paint material that provide the same finish as that of a normal paint. Fire resistant paint is extensively used in buildings requiring fire resistance for 30 mins to 120 mins. These paints are inert at low temperature and provide insulation at a temperature of about 200 to 250 degrees Celsius. This fire protection paint is designed to insulate of the steel from rising above the point where it will start to fail and is used to protect the steel substrate. The protective layer keeps the properties of the steel unaffected at higher temperature as well.

The fire resistant paint is perfectly inert at normal temperature. The paint expands at the time of fire plus a chemical reaction takes place which provides an insulating foam like barrier that protects the steel substrate. This paint can be used with stainless steel as well as galvanized substrate. But, it is vital ti degrease the galvanization with the primer before applying the intumescent paint.

Some of the key characteristics of fire resistant paint-

• Reduces flammability plus combustion of building materials it applied
• Does not prevent fires from occurring but delays the expansion of fires.
• There are various types and can be applied on metal, lacquered surfaces, wood, etc., depending on each type.
• This paint can be applied with spray gun, roller or brush.
• Suitable for both outdoor and indoor surfaces.

Whether you are looking to comply with safety legislation for your structure or just want to ensure your home, the restaurant, cafe, guesthouse, office, warehouse or hotel has an additional layer of fire protection. It is vital to ensure you have had an appropriate fire risk assessment. When it done, you will know the kind of measures you need to take from building with specific materials, installing fire extinguishers, upgrading doors to fire doors, selecting the right intumescent paints to making sure you have fire retardant curtains and furnishings plus fabrics inside. Fire protection does not have to be hard work, allow our technical staff you get the level of protection you need and the finish you are looking for.

What is Fire retardant cables and their types

Because of our habitation, a big number of people and their families are living closer to each other with a single home or commercial complex. Therefore, the need for fire stopping cables to be safe is paramount. But what  fire stopping cable is? Is the big question. Let’s know about them.

The flame retardant cable is mainly featured in low liability of fire, or that second combustion is limited to a certain range only. These fire resistant cable meet the combustion testing requirements and is applicable to the place with flame retardant need.

These cables can make sure the normal operation of lines within certain time in case of combustion. They are different from the ordinary flame-retardant cable in that in the event of a fire, it continues electricity transmission. Using these cables will allow high rise buildings, power plants, subways and many other occasions to have better plants and have better fire safety and fire rescue capability.

What are the types of fire resistant cables?

Take a look at the different fire stopping cables!

•             Mineral insulated cables

They have existed since 1896 and can have a single or multicolored design. They are made of solid copper and magnesium oxide. These cables pass UL 2196 testing and have a great reputation in the market.

Benefits of mineral insulated cables

A metal cover shields the wires from the damaging effects of oxidation. It feature is important for setting that are wet or use chemicals. These cables won’t corrode that minimizes the likelihood of having to replace the fire rated cables. It promotes safety and security in circumstances like nuclear plants. Due to its insulated design, these cables will not burn. They will continue to deliver performance even when confronted with high temperature. But these cables are not easy to install and requires an expert skill and knowledge.

•             Metal clad cables

There are many varieties of these cables, but most of them are made of three insulated wires that are shielded by aluminium. They come in three sizes – 1) 10 gauge, 2) 12 gauge and 3) 14 gauge.

Benefits of metal clad cables

These fireproof cables are easier to work with, they are not expensive to install compared to mineral insulated cables. These cables are made of flexible material, and this makes them easier to install. Metal clad cables pass NEC requirements and have a two hour fire rating. PFC solutions provide high quality and superior performance oriented Fire resistant Paints for cables. They come with a compound name propylene filled inside them and this makes sure high effectiveness of these cabled. They are manufactured as per defined industry standards to provide high level of satisfaction to their clients. Fire stopping cables prevent the conversion of an electric spark into a fire and on the same time the PVC formula stop fire structure along with wiring.