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Fireproofing
Spray gypsum-based plaster fireproofing being installed.
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Circuit integrity fireproofing of cable trays, using calcium silicate boards.
Damaged fibrous spray fireproofing toronto
Damaged spray fireproofing made of rockwool, cement and admixtures at a Toronto car dealership; 28 December 2013.

Fireproofing is making a part or a structure resist a fire, while still keeping the function it was designed for. Fireproofing is a passive fire protection measure. There are different levels of certifications; higher levels of certification mean that a part or a structure can withstand a fire longer.

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  • Damaged fibrous spray fireproofing toronto

    Damaged spray fireproofing made of rockwool, cement and admixtures at a Toronto car dealership; 28 December 2013.

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    Intumescent spray fireproofing product has expanded.

  • Beampenseal

    Penetrations of structural beams. The installation is incomplete, as the beams are not yet treated with fireproofing. If left as-is, they would collapse in a fire, resulting in openings in the fire separation wall.

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