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UK Intumescent Linings in Escape Routes
The UK’s Building Safety Act 2022 has transformed the landscape of fire safety in high-rise and higher-risk buildings. With these changes, there is new urgency for architects, developers, and contractors to specify and install the right passive fire...
Steel Over 18 m in UK Needs Intumescent Coatings
Across the UK, the regulations for fire protection in tall buildings have grown increasingly strict—and with good reason. For structures over 18 meters tall, UK Building Regulations (Approved Document B) now require intumescent coatings on structural steel as a core...
Global Codes & Fire Protection Regulations
Every building project, whether a high-rise in Toronto, a distribution centre in Texas or a mixed-use retrofit in Vancouver, faces one universal challenge: code compliance. Yet while the goal is always to protect people and property, the rules, standards and...
Over-or-Under Applying Fire-Retardant Coating?
Fire retardant coatings, when correctly applied, are a crucial line of defense in building safety. Yet applying too much or too little of these coatings can introduce real and sometimes hidden risks to both people and property. Let’s look at the specific problems that...
Why Installer Training Matters in Fireproofing
When it comes to fire protection, intumescent coating installer training is about far more than ticking a box for compliance. It’s about giving every stakeholder (property owners, architects, GCs, code officials, and the installers themselves) real confidence that...
NAFA 2025: Talking Intumescent Coatings
Earlier this month, the IFTI team had the pleasure of connecting with spray foam professionals from across Canada at the NAFA Spray Foam Trade Show, held July 18–19, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta. As the first Canadian expo of its kind in over a decade, NAFA 2025 delivered...
Avoid Fire Barrier Project Delays & Liability in the UK with BS 476 and EN 13501-1 Compliance
Avoid costly rework and safety risks by getting DC315 application right the first time In the UK construction industry, fire safety is more than a regulatory checkbox—it’s a legal and ethical obligation. Nowhere is this more relevant than with spray foam insulation...
How to Apply DC315: A Step-by-Step Guide for Spray Foam Professionals
DC315, developed by International Fireproof Technology Inc. (IFTI), is a leading intumescent coating designed to provide thermal and ignition barrier protection over spray polyurethane foam (SPF). Proper application is crucial to meet building codes and ensure the...
The Science Behind DC315: A Deep Dive into Fire Protection for SPF
Analyzing the chemical and physical properties that make DC315 fire barrier effective Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) is a popular insulation choice for its air-sealing, moisture resistance and energy-saving benefits. However, because of its combustibility, it must be...
Boost Spray Foam Business Profits with Fire-Resistant Coatings
In the competitive spray foam insulation industry, enhancing profitability requires strategic service expansion and adherence to safety standards. Integrating fire-resistant coatings, such as DC315, into your offerings not only allows you to meet regulatory...