Intumescent Coatings Application – Industrial Steel Frame

Application of intumescent coatings to structural steel members within a large industrial unit.

Intumescent Coatings Application – Industrial Steel Frame

Case Study – Intumescent Coatings Application – Industrial Steel Frame

Scope of Works
Application of intumescent coatings to structural steel members within a large industrial unit. The specification included full passive fire protection for compliance with 60-minute and 90-minute fire rating requirements.

Location
Undisclosed client – new-build industrial warehouse.

Works Delivered

  • Substrate preparation to exposed steel (including spot priming where required)

  • Full masking and containment across floor areas, base plates, and non-target surfaces

  • Application of intumescent base coat using airless spray units

  • Dry film thickness (DFT) testing at multiple intervals to meet project fire strategy

  • Final protective topcoat to specification (white semi-gloss finish)

  • Working at height from powered access platforms

  • Carried out in phased zones to coordinate with ongoing site trades

Key Considerations

  • Compliance with manufacturer-specified environmental conditions (temperature and humidity monitoring)

  • All works completed to third-party inspection standards

  • Zero overspray outside containment areas

  • Team CSCS, IPAF, and PASMA qualified

  • RAMS issued and approved in advance of site start

Outcome
All intumescent coating works completed on time and signed off by client-side fire engineer. Coatings verified for compliance with EN13381 and BS476 Parts 20/21 standards. Structure certified to meet fire protection performance required for building control handover.

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Case Study – Intumescent Coatings Application – Industrial Steel Frame

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