Passive Fire Protection (PFP) is a method of fireproofing that serves to contain a fire or slow the spread. Using fire-resistant materials, the building structure is protected and safeguarded. And when properly installed, Passive Fire Protection can save valuable lives, assets, and the building structure itself. When fireproofing protects the structural steel of a building, essential “egress” time is provided for both occupants and residents.

Mineral fiber products are particularly well suited for fireproofing structural steel columns, steel joists, and metal decking. When well installed, an effective level of thermal resistance (R-Value) is provided at the same time. For sidewall fire separations that require a specific “hour” rating, the mineral fiber product can perform as required. In addition to fire protection and insulation, mineral fiber is also excellent for soundproofing.

For one-source professional fireproofing, Great Northern Insulation provides the comprehensive approach that can satisfy high-demand projects. The experts at Insulation Pros have the technical expertise and project experience to take a job from end to end – from helping clients to select the correct fireproofing product, to managing the install, to applying the product. Industrial or commercial, clients are in capable hands with the team at Insulation Pros.

Companies that choose to fire-protect their building are clearly making a smart investment. And with the right fireproofing product, burning (because of fire) can be minimized, retarded, and even prevented.Insulation Pros is a member of the National Fireproofing Contractors Association, an exclusive group of contractors and manufacturers who supply and install Passive Fire Protection that’s required by building codes.