FIREPROOFING SERVICES
Industrial Fireproofing & Passive Protection
Gemstone delivers high-quality industrial fireproofing services—including both cementitious (SFRM) and intumescent (IFRM) systems—to deliver robust passive fire protection for structural steel, concrete, piping, and equipment in commercial and industrial environments.
Cementitious vs. Intumescent Systems
Cementitious (SFRM): Sprayed materials like gypsum, vermiculite, or mineral fiber provide thick, cost-effective fire resistance, ideal for concealed steel.
Intumescent (IFRM): Thin-film coatings that expand when heated, forming an insulating char layer. They offer superior aesthetics, thinner coatings, and better corrosion resistance.
How Intumescent Fireproofing Works
When exposed to high temperatures, intumescent coatings expand up to 10–50× in thickness, creating a low-density insulating layer that slows steel from reaching critical failure points (~538 °C) .
Benefits of Professional Fireproofing
Extended structural integrity: Delays steel collapse, giving up to 3 hours of thermal protection .
Aesthetic finish: Intumescent systems dry like paint, retaining architectural appeal .
Code compliance: Systems meet ASTM E119, NFPA, IBC, and UL standards for fire endurance .
Versatile protection: Applicable to exposed steel, concealed structural elements, concrete, wood, and piping
Protect your facility with professional passive fire protection. Contact Gemstone today to schedule a fireproofing assessment and receive a compliant, engineered solution.
