by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Apr 15, 2026 | Fire Safety, Spray Foam
In today’s competitive spray foam market, contractors are under constant pressure to keep bids low. But according to Nick McCartney, Vice President of Sales for DC 315 International Fireproof Technology, cutting corners on fire protection isn’t just risky—it’s...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Jan 16, 2026 | Spray Foam
Every homeowner wants to know their family and property are safe — and “fireproof insulation” sounds like the perfect way to achieve that. But here’s the truth: no insulation is entirely fireproof on its own. The key to real protection lies in using fire-resistant...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Dec 15, 2025 | Spray Foam, Steel Coatings
The answer starts with passive fire protection: integrating fire-resistant materials and coatings into the construction. IFTI manufactures industry-leading intumescent coatings (fire-retardant paints) that help compartmentalize a fire and meet building code...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Dec 15, 2025 | Fire Safety, Spray Foam
Spray foam insulation has a strong track record when the chemistry, conditions and code requirements all line up. Problems arise when any of those pieces are ignored. At IFTI, we focus on the part that protects people and property once the foam is in place—spray foam...
by International Fireproof Technologies Inc. | Nov 15, 2025 | Spray Foam
As winter approaches, heating equipment use drives a surge in home fires. NFPA data show that nearly half of U.S. heating-equipment fires occur in December through February, and portable space heaters are involved in 80% of heating-fire deaths. Overall, about 41,000...
by International Fireproof Technologies Inc. | Nov 15, 2025 | DC315, Spray Foam, Steel Coatings
Passive fire protection is vital in high-rise construction because the structure itself must withstand fire long enough for people to exit safely. Steel, a common material in tall buildings, loses strength and stiffness at elevated temperatures, compromising integrity...
