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Intumescent Fireproofing

Advanced Fire Protection with a Clean Architectural Finish

Intumescent fireproofing provides high-performance fire protection while maintaining the visual appearance of exposed steel structures. At Ener-Spray Pacific, we apply intumescent coatings designed to expand when exposed to heat, forming an insulating barrier that protects structural steel during fire conditions.

This solution is ideal for projects where both safety and aesthetics are essential.

What Is Intumescent Fireproofing?

Intumescent fireproofing is a specialized fire-resistant coating applied to steel and structural elements. When exposed to high temperatures, the coating expands and chars, creating a protective layer that slows heat transfer and helps maintain structural stability.

 

Unlike mineral fiber and cementitious fireproofing, an intumescent coating is built to stay visible. It is tested for impact resistance, rated for both interior and exterior applications, and can be finished in virtually any color, suited to exposed steel accessible to the public.

Fire Ratings

1, 2 & 3-hour

Exposure

Interior & Exterior

Finish

Virtually any color

Commonly Used In

Hospitals

Food processing facilities

High-impact areas

Exposed architectural spaces

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Our Intumescent Fireproofing Applications

Ener-Spray Pacific delivers professional intumescent fireproofing solutions across Metro Vancouver and BC for a range of commercial and industrial environments, including:

Exposed structural steel beams and columns

Commercial and mixed-use buildings

Architectural steel elements

Industrial facilities requiring clean finishes

All applications follow manufacturer specifications and industry standards.

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Benefits of Intumescent Fireproofing

Provides advanced fire protection for exposed steel

Maintains clean and modern architectural aesthetics

Expands under heat to form an insulating barrier

Supports fire safety and building code compliance

Delivers durable, long-term performance

Other Systems We Apply

Fireproofing

Mineral fiber and cementitious systems for concealed and exposed structural steel.

Spray Foam Insulation

Closed-cell foam for exterior walls and ceilings, passive house projects.

Thermal & Acoustical Insulation

Glass fiber, cellulose, and sound stage systems for thermal and sound control.

Parkade Board Insulation

Vinyl-faced fiberglass board for slabs above heated spaces and soffits.

Blown-In Insulation

Thermal coverage for attics, wall cavities, and hard-to-reach ceiling spaces.

Why choose Ener-Spray Pacific?

Find out why Ener-Spray Pacific is the right choice for your fireproofing and insulation needs.

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Specifying Intumescent Fireproofing

Intumescent is a thin coating designed to stay visible and be finished in virtually any color. Mineral fiber and cementitious are thicker, sprayed systems typically used where the steel will be concealed or does not need a finished appearance.

Intumescent fireproofing systems can provide 1, 2, and 3-hour fire ratings for structural steel, depending on the specified system, steel section, coating thickness, and tested assembly.

Yes. Intumescent fireproofing systems are available for both interior and exterior applications. The appropriate coating and protective finish are selected based on the environmental exposure and project requirements.

Yes. Intumescent coatings can be finished in virtually any color, making them well suited to exposed architectural steel where appearance is important.

Pricing depends on factors such as the required fire rating, steel size and configuration, coating system, finish requirements, environmental exposure, site access, and overall project conditions. Send us your drawings and specifications, and our team can review the scope and prepare a quote.