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Hydrocarbon structural steel fire protection

Hydrocarbon solutions

What is Hydrocarbon Structural Steel Fire Protection?

Hydrocarbon fires, caused by the ignition of oil, gas, or petrochemical products, generate extremely high temperatures (up to 1100°C in minutes).
These conditions can cause structural steel to lose strength rapidly, leading to catastrophic collapse in refineries, offshore platforms, and petrochemical facilities.
Hydrocarbon Structural Steel Fire Protection provides specialized intumescent coatings that insulate steel against these intense fires, preserving structural integrity and allowing safe shutdown and evacuation.

Why CharCoat for Hydrocarbon Structural Steel Fire Protection?

  • Proven Performance: CharCoat’s solutions are tested to the UL 1709 Hydrocarbon Fire Curve, the global benchmark for hydrocarbon fire resistance.
  • Durability: Formulated to withstand harsh industrial conditions.
  • Certifications: Complies with international oil & gas safety standards.
  • Trusted Worldwide: Used in refineries, LNG plants, and petrochemical complexes globally.
Hydrocarbon structural steel fire protection

How It Works

  • CharCoat 1709 intumesces (expands) to form a thick char layer.
  • This layer insulates the steel against rapid heat rise under the UL 1709 hydrocarbon curve.
  • Structural integrity is maintained, buying critical time for emergency response and shutdown.

Our Solutions

Charcoat 1709

CharCoat 1709

Intumescent hydrocarbon fire protection coating for structural steel. This solution provides up to 5 hours hydrocarbon fire resistance and is trusted by leading oil & gas operators worldwide.

charcoat 1709

Where to Use CharCoat Hydrocarbon Structural Steel Fire Protection

Industrial Plants

Fire and thermal protection for process facilities and control centers.
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Oil & Gas Fire Protection Solutions

Passive fire protection for pipelines, refineries, and offshore rigs.
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