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About Us: Leading Fire Protection

Permax specialises in providing leading fire protection and support to building professionals seeking information on concrete, timber and structural steel fire protection. Our expert technical and structural engineering department works closely with clients to provide optimized solutions based on their specific structural loadings and fire performance requirements. It has been...

Adina Hotel – The world’s tallest mass timber CLT building

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AITHON A90H

Water Based Intumescent Coating for Structural Concrete Fire Protection

AITHON PV33

Clear Intumescent Coating System for Structural Timber Fire Protection

An overview of Steel fire protection

Overall, due to continued improvement in formulation, application and performance intumescent coatings have become more accepted and more commonly used in recent years and are likely to only increase in use. In this blog we explain why.

Assessing Steel Sections for Fire Resistance Levels

When it comes to new building construction, there is a predominant focus on keeping construction costs as low as possible while still satisfying the performance requirements in the building codes. Regarding fire rating, we are often asked whether the structural steel section is sufficient in achieving the proposed Fire Resistance Level...

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Best for Steel: Intumescent or Cementitious?

While cementitious coating is a reliable passive fire resistance technology, it is clear that in terms of cost-effectiveness, level of fire protection, ease and flexibility in application, low overhead costs, and wide availability, the choice of an intumescent coating is best when it comes to protecting structural steel from fire....

Brisbane International Airport – Air NZ Lounge

In October 2015, The Hon. Warren Truss MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development opened the $45 million upgrade works to the Brisbane International Airport. Following consultation with the Engineers, Enstruct, and the Builder, SMI, in relation to the structural steel fire protection required for these...

Building Renovations and Passive Fire Protection

Here is a statistic to wrap your head around: In the 2025 fiscal year, the value of commercial building activity in Australia is forecast to be valued at approximately AUD $43.2 billion. This is a bounce back to pre-covid levels and an indication of the strength of the commercial building...

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC)

With over 150,000 residents located within the city of Cairns, the region is often seen as the gateway to the Far North of Queensland, so much so that the population has more than trebled in 40 years. This growth has led to an increasing appetite for the modern conveniences and...

Can Waterborne Intumescent Coatings be used Externally?

The specification of a waterborne intumescent coating, including application of a top seal (finish coat), does not automatically qualify the system as being suitable for use in external environments. When exposed externally to rain and UV, the durability performance of any coating system is put to the test. In the...

Carrara Gardens Golf & Tennis Academy – Gold Coast

Nullifire SC902 was selected for this project for its proven track record of rapid high film builds early water resistance capabilities and fast curing rates. An architectural level of finish was required, with the majority of steel columns internal & externally exposed to view upon completion. Nullifire SC902 can achieve...

Cellulosic Fires: A Few Facts About Them

Cellulosic fire is a standard fire category that carries fire protection ratings of “A”, “B”, and “F”. But because technical things can get a touch overwhelming at times, we thought we’d break it down in this weeks’ blog.

Charring Rate of Timber

With a green profile, timber – once shunned for steel – is again rising in popularity as it continues to offer a sound alternative to steel possibly offering incredible advantages moving into a sustainable future. This week we wanted to take a deeper dive into fire protection for timber.

Choosing Coatings for Steel Fire Protection

Though it can be protected from fire by encasement in masonry, concrete, or plasterboard, it is important to remember that eventually steel will soften in fire. But what should you consider when selecting the right fire proof material?

Clear Timber Intumescent Coatings – Things to consider

The use of prefabricated engineered timber in mid-rise, large-scale, and complex construction continues to gain momentum worldwide due to its sustainability/environmental credentials and cost efficiencies, including reduced construction timeline, reduced dead load, and improved safety overall. Australia, a country that generally speaking, keeps track with the rest of the world,...

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Core Filling for Fire Protection

Thin film intumescent, fire spray, core-filled steel, active supression. These are just some of the terms you may have heard when it comes to fire rating. But do you know when core-filled steel should be something you should consider in tandem with thin film intumescent? Do you know when to...

Country Bank Stadium

Australia famously bid for the rights to host the 2022 Fifa World cup, losing to Qatar. Whilst the loss of the tournament was a blow to all Australian’s, the Townsville region has benefited, as the Queensland Government decided to forge ahead with the development of the North Queensland Stadium as...

Crown Casino Sydney – 50 Tonne Girder

The development of the Crown Casino complex in Sydney is moving ahead, as evidenced this week by the delivery of the first of four, 29.5m long, 2m deep, 50-tonne welded plate girders. Check out this video to get an idea of just how big this girder really is!

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Detection method of fireproof coating thickness for steel structures

Regularly referred to in the short-hand as intumescent paint or intumescent coatings, fireproof coatings are used as passive fire resistance measures in structures and buildings. Whilst the primary use is for “fireproofing” structures, they have added benefit in the way of aesthetic and insulative properties. Regular readers of our site...

Differences Between Cellulosic and Hydrocarbon Fires

The difference between Cellulosic fires and Hydrocarbon fires extends beyond the temperature and the fuel sources. Each of these fires has a unique behaviour which can be noted in duration, growth rate and peak combustion. In this piece we investigate the main differences.

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Fire Protection Solutions

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Fire Rating as Part of the Design Phase, Not the Build Phase

At all times, we will advise clients and seek to educate engineers and architects, that choosing a fire protection system for steel structures is a complex issue that is best decided in the designing stage of a construction. In this blog we explain why.

Fire Rating cannot be an After thought

The planning of a new building is a time and labour intensive process. Architects and engineers alike spend hour upon hour planning meticulous details, yet too often they forget one key element - passive fire rating.

Fire Retardant Coatings – A Comparison

Vermiculite was once the reigning champion of the fire rating market/ And whilst it will always have a place, it is time for it to let other, newer and better alternatives shone. We cover why in this piece..

Fire Safety Architecture

For fire safety architecture, Permax have a dedicated team focused on providing the fire protection industry with design information and guidance needed to bring architectural concepts to fruition. Whether it is a question about finish or expansion requirements, Permax strive to deliver technical assistance in all aspects of intumescent fire...

Fire Solution Case Studies

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Fireproofing wood structures – What you need to know

Timber is one of the oldest known construction materials. However, do you know what products to use when it comes to fire rating interior structural timber? We break it down for you.

Five Fire Prevention Tips to Ensure Safety in your Building

The goal of a fire safety plan is to ensure that not only do you mitigate the risks of the fire, but most importantly, that you secure the highest chance of survival for all in the building. A key is to have a safety plan, to test it regularly and...

For Certified Building Surveyors

Permax ensures that all passive fire protection systems are assessed by certified building surveyors in accordance to Australian standards by Accredited Testing Laboratories only. These fire assessment certificates and reports are available for verification upon request, please contact the Permax technical services team for more information. Each specific product system...

For Engineers/ Building Services

Passive fire protection is a life safety system and as such should be designed in a compliant manner. It is important for structural and fire engineers to understand the compliance requirements of each fire protection system so that appropriate measures can be enforced into their design. For instance, structural engineers...

FPA Young Achiever of the Year Award – Samia Razzaque

Samia Razzaque - our Technical Services Manager - won the coveted Young Achiever of the Year Award this year and we couldn't be prouder!

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Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre

The Gippsland Aquatic Centre is a landmark project that has put Traralgon, a small town in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley, on the map. It is the first pool complex in Victoria to utilise geothermally heated water in the pool itself. The project is a result of a successful collaboration between the...

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Gold Coast Turf Club

Originally we were requested to fire rate all structural steel on the project. This is a request we receive too often when a builder is unclear on which steel elements require fire protection. The original tender for this project was over $250,000.00 which is why we recommended that the builder...

Green Construction in Focus: Lightweight Building Materials

With a growing push by governments and industry bodies around the world, the construction is seeing a shift to employ sustainable materials that help protect the environment in the long run. In this piece we take a deep dive into the changes which will impact your next project.

Greenwith Primary School

The government of Marshall has recently committed to investing a whopping $1.3 billion in education capital works across the state, targeting nearly 100 schools. This marks the largest commitment to education capital investment in the history of the state. One such beneficiary of this investment is the Greenwith Primary School,...

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How preparation impacts performance

When it comes to fire rating, there is one core truth which overrides all else. If you fail to prepare the surface, the fireproof coating will not work to the level desired or required. Through this article we thought we would point out a few things you should to consider...

Hydrocarbon Fire: Its Nature and the Dangers

In our blog published just last month, we delved into understanding what constitutes a cellulosic fire. It is only fitting then that this week, we stop to understand Hydrocarbon fires and why they are so very different to cellulosic ones

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Importance of Earning CPD Points in Fire Rating

As a professional you will be aware that learning doesn't stop the moment you leave university. In fact, for those in construction, you have a requirement to ensure you continue professional development all your career. Learning about new passive fire protection trends, requirements, regulations, and technologies is a valuable way...

Importance of Fire Engineering

It is one of the most crucial aspects in building construction, yet fire engineering is a serious matter that many property managers have little to no understanding of. Find out why it is important and how fire safety checks can be performed prior to opening a structure to the public.

Intumescent Coating Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis

In September this year a report was released detailing the performance of and growth expectations for the intumescent industry. We thought we'd take a look at it for you and distill down the key takeouts.

IoT Technology in Building Protection

We are at a stage where protection of our buildings and structures is no longer dependent on physical, tangible defence lines. Rather, through technology, we are now at a juncture where buildings themselves can alert us to what is going on, allowing faster, more rapid responses and fit-for-purpose action.

Is Your Building Material Fireproof?

One of the most aspects in the process of constructing new buildings and renovating old structures is analysing the fire risk factor of your chosen building materials. Aside from compliance to fire safety grading standards, this is also done in order to help building owners put a damage control plan...

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Jeta Gardens Retirement Village

Logan retirement and aged care resort – Jeta Gardens – made Australian history when it announced a 10 year Master plan, a vision which will see $600 million invested into development to create the first intergenerational facility of its kind in the country. Currently housing 200 residents and approximately 150...

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Keeping the Workplace ‘Fireproof’

All in all, fire has the potential to be a destructive force that can take lives, equipment and buildings. Yet, through some simple precautions, you have the ability to limit the devastation and ensure the safety of your employees and building occupants! In this blog we explore what you can...

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Looking Ahead: What is in store for 2019

What is ahead for us in the construction industry in the upcoming year? Check out what our the Permax team have to say about the year to be.

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Melbourne Airport – Terminal 4

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Methods of Fire Protection

Fire rated boards can be framed around steel or timber structures in order to fire protect structural members. The composition of boards will differ between manufactures however their general composition is made up of processed gypsum. These are just one of the common methods of fire protection. Advantages Relatively low...

Monash University – TED Buildings (Technology Education & Design)

Located in Melbourne Australia, Monash University is recognised both locally and internationally, as a pre-eminent learning institution. So it made sense when Nullifire’s leading fire rating product SC902 was selected as the intumescent of choice for the under-construction TED (Technology, Education and Design) building. Designed by Grimshaw and built by...

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Non-compliant external cladding: The Implications for fire rating

Let's investigate the link between cladding issues, their fire risks and the implications on passive fire rating in light of the high profile fires which ravaged several buildings over the years.

Nullifire SC803

Water Based Intumescent Coating for Internal Structural Steel Fire Protection

Nullifire SC902

World Patented Technology ‘Best in Class’ Internal/External Structural Steel Fire Protection

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Off-site steel fire rating – What you need to know

The benefits of off-site construction are quite well documented, but in this blog we delve into it to help you understand the advantages, especially as concerns the application of fire-rating.

On-site vs offsite intumescent

The Nullifire SC902 ‘hybrid’ intumescent coating system based on patented technology that delivers exceptional productivity gains for both on-site-vs-off-site-intumescent application. This is in comparison with conventional intumescent coatings used for structural steel fire protection.   On-site application Due to tight construction timelines, access or logistical considerations, it is not always viable...

One One One Eagle Street Brisbane

One-One-One Eagle Street is an iconic multi-award winning 54 level, 195m, 64000m2 building located in the centre of Brisbane CBD, designed to meet a six green star office rating. Nullifire’s S707 thin film water-borne intumescent was selected for the fire rating of the 800+ feature structural steel columns. These columns...

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Parramatta Police Station

Nullifire SC902 was selected for the 120 min fire rating of the structural steel columns for the Parramatta Police Station project. Works were carried out onsite with the glass curtain wall in place. Even though access was restricted, the applicators were still able to provide a good level of finish....

Passive Fire Applicators

Passive fire protection systems are an essential component of any building’s safety measures, as they are designed to prevent the spread of fire by limiting its ability to move from one area to another. Passive fire applicators protection materials are responsible for ensuring that these systems are installed correctly, which...

Pirtek Stadium – Stage 1 Upgrade

Nullifire SC902 was applied on all steel members requiring 120 min fire protection. The Nullifire SC902 ‘Fast Track’ technology could meet the construction program demands to complete the project prior to the first home game of 2015 NRL season. Originally specified in both intumescent and vermiculite coatings, Nullifire SC902 was...

Price Optimisation of Structural Steel Fire Protection

As often as not with construction, a primary consideration is price, thus, price optimisation involves customising steel selection on a steel frame building so that the reduction in passive fire protection cost is far greater than the cost to increase the weight of steel to achieve similar outcomes. However, as...

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Proactive Fireproofing Solutions : Prevention is Key

The insurance industry exists for the purposes of helping people to protect themselves financially in a worst-case scenario, be that for cars, your health or life, building insurance or a myriad of other scenarios and assets. In fact, taking precautions is not only suggested, but we would go so far...

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Requirements of Fire Rating for Steel

Steel may be an excellent construction material, but it can still be vulnerable to damage in the event of a fire. Learn about the fire rating requirements for steel and how fire-resistant paint can improve its performance.

Requirements of the NCC

NCC Requirements Passive fire protection is a life safety system and hence it must be designed, selected and installed correctly and to a high level of finish. It is extremely important for the design parties to understand the characteristics of all passive fire protection products to ensure the selected system...

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St Patricks College – Queensland

The new Cultural & Sports Centre Building for St Patricks College in Shorncliffe has been designed by Bertoldi Architects. With the architect’s designs calling for most structural columns and beams to be exposed, there was a legal requirement for them to be adequately protected in the case of fire. Having...

Structural Fire Protection For Builders

Although the required structural fire protection for builders is documented in either the architectural or engineering documentation, the requirements are not always outlined clearly. It is important to understand how intumescent coatings behave and the components involved to ensure the fire protection is carried out accurately. Structural fire protection is...

Sustainable Building Construction: Looking at the Future

Love her or hate her, people like Greta Thunberg are forcing people to talk about sustainability and the environment and this is in turn forcing industries to consider change. So how is the construction sector keeping up with calls for sustainability? We’re going to dive into it and give you...

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Technological Advances That Will Impact the Buildings of Tomorrow

Although we can expect to see forward-looking buildings in terms of exterior aesthetics, the future of building construction will be founded on making work more efficient, environment-friendly, safe, and cost-effective by using a range of revolutionary technologies. Let's take a look at what they are.

The Advantages of Off-Site Application

Offsite construction (often referred to as modular construction) is the technology-driven intersection of design, fabrication and pre-planning processes for construction. In this piece, we wanted to discuss the advantages of modular construction and how fire rating can be a piovtal component in safeguarding your structure and doing it for less.

The Components of an Intumescent Coating

Where a hybrid intumescent is chosen as the preferred option there are multiple components which are involved. We have created a simple graphic to help explain.

The Difference Between Engineers and Fire Engineers

Fun fact for your next trivia night: the term “engineer” derives from Medieval Latin and the word “ingeniare”, which means to design or devise. Ever since the wheel was invented (and even before that), humans have been devising clever inventions, designed to astound, improve, or carry out a function that...

The importance of top coat compatibility with your fire rated steel

If you are keen to learn what type of topcoats you should use for structural steel based on environmental exposure and the intumescent paint system being used, read on!

The Intumescent Paint Industry: Market and Forecast

More and more property managers, building owners, and companies are discovering the benefits of using intumescent paints in their fire protection strategies. Find out what the industry looks now and into the future in our latest article.

The mechanics of Passive Fire Protection

Are you looking to find out an answer to a timeless question – what are intumescents? If so, then this is for you. We break down the science, the process and the advantages in this blog.

The relationship between fire upgrade orders and fire rating

When your building is considered by your local council as unsafe when it comes to fire safety, you or your acting strata manager will receive fire safety upgrade orders. A required completion date is set in the order, and thus, you’ll need to install the necessary upgrade such as a...

The Rise of CLT

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is becoming an increasingly popular material in construction. In this blog we delve into why and as importantly, why you should consider it for your next project, how you can use fire-resistant paint for wood to make this material stronger and the advantages it offers.

The Role of Steel Sections on the Use of Intumescents

Did you know that the thickness of any fire protection material such as an intumescent coating depends on a number of factors? There are a number of aspects you need to consider when choosing the right passive fire protection, and in this bog, we break it down for you.

The thin line between specifications and requirements

In this article we deconstruct the difference between Specifications and Requirements and then take a look at what this means for fire rated protective coatings

The Use and Need for Penetration Sealing

In modern structures and buildings various specialised and technical installation services for power supply, computer and cable networks, transportation of water and sewage, and so on are installed as part of the build. Usually, these services penetrate fire separations in areas that are normally hidden away; above ceilings, through walls...

The value of CPD presentations

The benefits of CPD can be seen from two perspectives – that of the employee, and that of the employer. It goes beyond just learning and development and is instrumental in building a happy and knowledgeable workforce with a great working relationship in a company between employees and employers. Learn...

Thin Film Intumescents: Environmental Impact

Imagine it; you are in a building fire. The flames are licking at the walls and devouring the furniture over the other side of a building. You start to make your way down the fire stairs and realise that the fire started on the floor before and has spread further...

Things to Consider When Looking for Fire-Retardant products

Fire retardant chemicals help prevent or delay combustion and are generally used in both commercial and consumer products. A material that is fire resistant should have a certain degree of flammability standard and protection. Some fire retardant materials may contain chlorine or bromine and phosphorous which is bonded to carbon....

Townsville Hospital

This was the first project to use Nullifire SC902 in Australia. With open construction and North Queensland’s tropical heat & wet weather conditions only Nullifire SC902 could offer water resistance within one hour off application. With torrential rains caused from Cyclone Ita & Cyclone Marcia in 2014 the client was...

Townsville Hospital – Cancer Centre

Queensland is known for its tropical weather, it’s what makes it such a great holiday destination. Sadly, however, it is also a factor that can play havoc with construction. When it came to the application of a fire-rated product for the under-construction Townsville Hospital, North Queensland’s tropical weather conditions dictated...

Typhoon Tap-On Intumescent Bolt Caps

Unique On-Site Fitted Fire Protection for Bolted Connections

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Understanding Fire Extinguishers and Their Uses

Unsure which fire extinguisher is the best for your office or warehouse? Not sure what the diffrerent colours mean for each extinguisher? We break it all down for you in this blog.

Understanding Fire Rating Level Requirements

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Understanding the difference between Engineering and Fire Engineering

When people refer to fire engineering, they sometimes shorten it to just engineering, but the reality is the two terms are not interchangeable. In this article, we will tackle the broader definition of fire engineering, the associated tasks, and how it will greatly benefit you in building your structure so...

Understanding The Structural Fire Testing Process

Do you understand the requirements of with AS 1530.4:2014 or even know how the testing criteria are determined? If not, then give us 3 minutes of your time and we will give you a snapshot overview.

University of Queensland GCI Building

The Global Change Institute’s Living Building located at the University of Queensland represents pioneering design for a world more focussed on sustainability than ever before. Architecturally designed to consumer fewer resources than others of the same size, it is no surprise that during the construction phase preference was given to...

Using Bolt Caps for Fire Rating Extrusions

It is a given that fire protection on all structural steel is critically important. However, did you realise just how important the role of bolt caps are in ensuring that the steel is protected as much as it can be?

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Water-based Intumescents: What You Need to Know

Let’s start with the basics: There are solvent-based and water-based intumescents which exist in the market. Aside from the obvious comparisons between the two types, there are a number of other things people should know about water-based and not-for-steel intumescents.

What Makes a Good Fire Protection Coating?

As with all things in life, there are multiple opinions on what makes something good. When it comes to fire rating, there is no single treatment which everyone agrees on either. Some people focus on price, others on ease of application, others on suitability for conditions. And others again, on...

Why Australian Buildings Need Passive Fire Protection

The genre around buildings and construction or building maintenance are hardly "sexy" topics. So, it's no wonder that when it comes to building protection, fire rating hardly rates a mention (no pun intended). When you see scenes in a movie where a building is on fire, you see images of...

Why Fireproofing Is Not the Right Term to Use

Fire rated, that's the same as fire proof right? Actually, no, the term fire proof or fire proofing is incorrect and far from interchangeable with the term fire rated. In this blog we explain why and provide some insight into why you should never use the word fireproof ever again!

Why Nullifire are at the forefront of Passive Fire Rating technology

At Permax, we offer more than just access to passive fire rating solutions and products. We offer products, expertise, fire engineering advice and product application. This means that we have exposure to many different product types let alone products. What this gives us is deep insight into what the market...

Why Off-Site Application Can Improve Construction Timelines

Off-site application within the construction industry has recently been adopted for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. The number of construction processes being carried out offsite these days is increasing to save on time and cost. The answers for why you can save time and money are varied, so...

Why Passive Fire Protection Matters

When there is a fire, there are two systems which help combat the devastation: Active and Passive fire protection. Today we recap what Passive Fire Protection (PFP) is and the role it plays

Why the location and type of steel affects intumescent choice

Steel is a very popular versatile, sustainable and flexible construction material. However, have you taken into consideration how the type and location of steel will affect the fire rated intumescent you want to use?

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Five Fire Prevention Tips to Ensure Safety in your Building

The goal of a fire safety plan is to ensure that not only do you mitigate the risks of the fire, but most importantly, that you secure the highest chance of survival for all in the building. A key is to have a safety plan, to test it regularly and – though less discussed when it comes to talking about keeping people safe, making sure that you employ both active and passive fire protection systems to reinforce your structure’s fire safety. There are a few other tips which we think you may also want to consider.
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Water-based Intumescents: What You Need to Know

Let’s start with the basics: There are solvent-based and water-based intumescents which exist in the market. Aside from the obvious comparisons between the two types, there are a number of other things people should know about water-based and not-for-steel intumescents.
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Off-site steel fire rating – What you need to know

The benefits of off-site construction are quite well documented, but in this blog we delve into it to help you understand the advantages, especially as concerns the application of fire-rating.

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