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Structural Steel Fire Protection

Structural Steel

What is Structural Steel Fire Protection?

In a fire, structural steel quickly loses strength, often reaching critical failure within 15–20 minutes of exposure to cellulosic fire conditions.
Unprotected steel can result in structural collapse, endangering lives and causing significant asset loss.
Structural Steel Fire Protection is the use of intumescent coatings that provide passive fire resistance, ensuring the integrity of steel structures during a fire event.

Why CharCoat for Structural Steel Fire Protection?

  • Tested and Certified: CharCoat SC thin film intumescent coating is certified to leading cellulosic fire standards (BS476).
  • Durable Finish: Provides both fire protection and aesthetic finish for exposed steel.
  • Ease of Application: Spray-applied for fast installation on-site or in-shop.
  • Flexible Use: Suitable for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
  • Trusted Worldwide: Used in high-rise buildings, airports, stadiums, and industrial facilities.
Structural Steel Fire Protection

How It Works

  • CharCoat SC intumesces (expands) into a thick, insulating char.
  • The char layer insulates the steel, slowing down heat transfer.
  • Steel maintains its load-bearing strength, allowing safe evacuation and firefighting.

Our Solutions

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CharCoat SC

Thin Film intumescent coating for structural steel under cellulosic fire conditions. Provides up to 150 minutes fire resistance, while maintaining an architecturally pleasing finish.

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Where to Use CharCoat Structural Steel Fire Protection

Commercial & Residential Buildings

Code-compliant safety for offices, malls, airports, and more.
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Industrial Plants

Fire and thermal protection for process facilities and control centers.
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Infrastructure & Utilities

Safeguarding substations, power plants, and critical utility corridors.
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