by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | May 22, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance
ASTM E84 is a critical safety standard that measures the surface burning characteristics of building materials, acting as the benchmark for testing the effectiveness of intumescent paint. Intumescent paint is designed to pass this test by forming an insulating char...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | May 15, 2026 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
“Fire-rated” sounds reassuring. It sounds like a product is approved, tested and ready to use. But when it comes to spray foam insulation, that label doesn’t mean what most people think it does. Across the industry, there’s a shift happening. Code compliance is no...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Apr 27, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance
Changes to building codes, including the acceptance of CCMC evaluations, are expected to be published by BC Codes in the spring of 2026. This represents a meaningful shift toward simplifying building material approvals while maintaining performance standards,...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Apr 22, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance
The spray foam industry is entering another important phase of change as the International Code Council (ICC) opens public review for the proposed ANSI standard ICC 1100. With the review period running through March 30, 2026, this draft signals a broader push to unify...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Apr 15, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance, Thermal Barrier FAQ
Chemical disclosure requirements are becoming a defining factor in how projects specify and approve spray polyurethane foam systems. Recent attention around the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) agreement on SPF products containing unreacted MDI...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Mar 29, 2026 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
Whether you’re designing with spray-foam insulation or reviewing fireproofing requirements, thermal barriers are a central component of code compliance. These systems slow the spread of fire and protect structural materials from heat, helping maintain building...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Mar 22, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance
Georgia is preparing for a major code change that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has confirmed that the state will adopt the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC),...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Mar 15, 2026 | Building in Mexico
When building in Mexico, fire protection is not optional — it is a legal requirement. Under NOM-002-STPS-2010, Mexico’s national workplace safety regulation for fire prevention, employers and builders must ensure that facilities are equipped with reliable fire...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 27, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
Fire protection coatings don’t have to be purely functional. While intumescent paints are designed for life safety, IFTI has developed solutions that also give builders and designers a choice in appearance. IFTI’s leading products, DC315 is available...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 15, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
Intumescent coatings are one of the most reliable forms of passive fire protection available for steel and structural materials. But like all building components, they have a finite lifespan that depends on how they’re applied, where they’re used and...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 9, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
The durability of intumescent coatings is one of the most important factors in modern building safety. A groundbreaking 2024 study published in the Fire Safety Journal by the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in Germany has provided new...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Jan 29, 2026 | News
In the evolving world of fireproofing technology, innovation often begins at the smallest scale imaginable. One of the most exciting frontiers today is the integration of graphene oxide into intumescent coating systems. This nanomaterial is redefining how passive fire...
