Designed to cover a full range of applications requiring superior thermal performance and exceptional durability. Cafco fiberpatch isolatek type p is a versatile, hand applied fire resistive material designed for patching damaged. An alternate curing provision is spray application of a concrete curing compound after the portland cement patch has been applied. After 40 years in the fireproofing business searching for a better solution, we solved the three biggest issues affecting the patch and repair of existing fireproofing. We can install spray on fireproofing on jobs from small repair to multi story buildings, using the cafco line of fireproofing products. Many building codes require fireproofing protection to structural steel as a safety precaution. End of section 22005 southwest fireproofing products company, albuquerque, nm 87107 phone. Ufp typically cost 50% less than current fireproofing patch solutions when factoring in labor and equipment ufp is a doit yourself product. We work on commercial and industrial projects ranging from highrises to shopping centers, providing fire rated assemblies and applying spray. The fireproofing contractor shall be allowed to move freely to apply products as necessary. In renovations, existing fireproofing is cracked or loose and missing areas are uncovered. This article covers composition, application, properties, and links to a list of manufacturers. The critical point about patching installed fireproofing, sfrm, ifrm or a combination of the materials is that the objective of fireproofing is to maintain the fireresistance of the assembly.
Interior, concealed applications include retrofit of commercial office buildings, asbestos abatement and patching and repair of existing fireproofing. It is used as part of a buildings passive fireproofing strategy. Fireproofing services american spray fireproofing services. Javascript must be enabled to use our system for orders and quotes. Ufp has been fully vetted by vtec and its laboratories as a trowel applied patch and is also classified by ul as a spray applied fire resistive material.
When spray applied fireproofing has been damaged or removed it may be repaired by spraying or hand troweling freshly mixed product to the affected areas. Routine maintenance performed through testing and inspection of spray applied fireproofing, also known as spray applied fire resistive materials sfrms, ensures that the product will be inplace for the design life of the structure and perform in actual building fire conditions. Its blue signal coat makes it easy to identify resprayed areas. Commercial contractors that apply or spray coatings to the structural elements of a building to prevent the spread of fire. Our firm specializes in all types of fireproofing applications, from cementitious to fiber and intumescent paint to rigid board. Fp services maintaining your building code mandated fire. Hilti firestop solutions provide the best possible protection in all. Monokote patching compound is a millmixed plaster, cementitious fireproofing material that can be hand mixed and trowel applied as required for patching and repairs to surfaces. Headquartered in west winfield, ny, applied coatings, llc. Spray applied fireproofing, also known as sprayed fireresistive material sfrm, provides passive fire protection for structural members in a building.
Fireproofing patching and maintenance passive protection. Monokote is a trademark, registered in the united states andor other countries, of gcp applied technologies. This short demonstration shows how easy it is to apply the universal fireproofing patch from the vellrath group. International cellulose corporation offers the finest commercial thermal and acoustical products available to conserve energy, reduce noise, create better. Cafco fiberpatch isolatek type p isolatek international. With ufp, 1 the high cost of patching and repair is reduced by more than 50%, when factoring in labor and materials, 2 spray equipment, certification, and. You dont need certification, spray equipment, or multiple workers to use the product. Adding even more weight to material already separating would have had bigger chunks fall off, and i.
Does the patch medium need to be matched to the existing material. Any fireproofing contractor can tell you that downtime due to equipment failure is one of the easiest ways to blow your budgets. Morris group is finding success with gracos new toughtek f800e fireproofing pump at the cosmos building, a concert venue as well as. The technical name for spray applied fireproofing is sprayed fireresistive material sfrm. The k system begins with specially prepared cellulose fibers combined with natural fire retardants in a strict, qualitycontrolled manufacturing process to produce a class a, class 1 rated material.
The only product that can be sprayed up to 5 inches thick in one pass. Commercial fireproofing contractors in connecticut and. According to michael installers typically order additional material to patch damage caused by other trades. Founded in 1988, the business is owned and operated by max jamshidi. This demo shows how easy it is to apply the universal fireproofing patch from the vellrath group. Specifically developed for spray and trowel applications to protect structural columns and beams in exterior environments and interior applications where highest levels of fire protection, abrasion resistance and durability are necessary. With various types of intumescent and cementitious technologies designed for industrial or architectural applications, we can meet any project specification. This process uses relatively simple materials applied in various thicknesses to insulate the structural steel in the event of a. Vellrath universal fireproofing patch 25 lb pail at gts interior supply. Patching, repairing and cleaning of fireproofing, due to damage done by others, shall be performed by.
We are northeast fireproofing the tristate areas best subcontractor specializing in spray fireproofing, intumescent fireproofing, and spray insulation. Commercial fireproofing contractors in connecticut and western mass. Maintenance of sprayapplied fire resistive materials routine maintenance performed through testing and inspection of sprayapplied fireproofing, also known as sprayapplied fire resistive materials sfrms, ensures that the product will be inplace for the design life of the structure and perform in actual building fire conditions. Commercial fireproofing contractors in florida south the blue book building and construction network. Dry spray application fireproofing steel construction. Water spray every 2 to 3 days may be required during this period. Commercial fireproofing contractors in florida south. International cellulose corporation manufacturers of k. Graco s versatile fireproofing pumps can easily apply low, medium, and highdensity cementitious fireproofing material sfrm to columns, beams, joists, decks, walls, floors, and more. Fireproofing patch from vellrath group universal fireproofing patch from the vellrath group is an sfrm specially formulated for the patch and repair of existing fireproofing. Spray applied fireproofing is generally delivered as a dry powder, which is then combined with water. Hilti helps specifiers and building owners by providing the safest firestop products on the market with simple and intuitive installation options designed to help preserve property and protect lives.
Modern formulas contain zero asbestos and are also free of. In new builds, other trades must chip some away during installation of services. Now available, information and products neccesary for code required annual inspection and patching of in place monokote spray fireproofing products. Intumescent fireproofing sprayers check out our full line of pfp passive fire protection sprayers designed to apply a broad range of intumescent fireproofing materials on pipe racking, ibeams, structural steel, storage tanks and more. Specially formulated for the patch and repair of existing fireproofing, the product is an sfrm. True fireproofing company specializes in industrial, commercial and public projects for sfrm fireproofing, intumescent fireproofing, spray applied insulation and acoustics.
Universal fireproofing patch is a versatile, hand applied fire resistive material designed specifically for the patching and repair of damaged sprayapplied fire. Installing fireproofing and spray insulation since 2014. Monokote patching compound gcp applied technologies. Unlike any existing fireproofing patch solutions, ufp adheres optimally to dry coatings, performs thermally equal to or better than any existing sfrm, and has been approved against both medium and commercial grades of fireproofing, fiber or cementitious, for up to 3 hours of protection. From experience i have been asked to patch monokote but upon closer inspection noticed the delamination process on bigger areas of the q deckfluted metal decking. Portable, electric fireproofing pump sprays up to 40 bags. Spray applied fireproofing has thermal and acoustical properties and controls condensation. Graco has a full line of fireproofing pumps to get the project done. It has been developed by grace construction products to meet specialty, commercial and industrial fireproofing patching requirements.
The most common way to provide such protection in the u. It has been developed by gcp applied technologies to meet specialty, commercial and industrial fireproofing patching requirements. Materials stored on the floor, shall be protected by the contractor, or relocated if these materials prevent the proper application of fireproofing. The patches are installed by spray or by hand to repair the damage, depending on the size of the patch. Ufp typically cost 50% less than current fireproofing patch solutions when factoring in labor and equipment. Spray applied fireproofing steel beam fireproofing. Fireproofing patching material for repairing monokote mk5, mk6 and mk10 products. Simple to use just add 1 ounce of water with each ounce of product. Spray applied fireproofing can be applied using either a wet or dry spray formula which can also be troweled into place. Vellrath group has created a state of the art fireproofing patch that can be used in conjunction with existing fire proofing material. Universal fireproofing patch ufp is a versatile, hand applied fire resistive material designed specifically for the patching and repair of damaged spray applied. We are fully insured and bonded by a tlisted bonding company. The maximum area that can be patched by hand troweling is 1 sq.
Certified fireproofing contractor specializing in matching the right application to meet your needs. Patch pump the spray buddy pumps an unlimited amount of different materials silent, compact and simple to operate patch pump, with over 2,000 in use today. Maintenance of spray applied fire resistive materials. We use the hz30e stator pump and the cm71 continuous mixer. Monokote patching compound is the only ulapproved patching material for patching monokote mk5, mk6. The purpose for fireproofing beams is to ensure the strength of the structure long enough for evacuation and fire suppression. We have the financial capability and equipment resources to perform any size project. Its not to patch with whatever material is around on the jobsite. But hyflex produces highly reliable, low maintenance equipment. Repair of sprayedon fireproofing peebee electrical op 22 oct 02 14. Monokote patch compound is handapplied directly to the steel andor wellbonded material using standard plastering tools and techniques. Firestop design center firestop solutions for a variety of applications.
These coatings often also serve as thermal insulation. K is then spray applied by an international network of professional contractors licensed by icc to ensure consistent and predictable results. In areas where sfrm has been removed, it should be repaired by a manufacturer approved and licensed contractor or nfca. Carbolines complete line of commercial and industrial fireproofing products offers a level of unparalleled performance in several markets. For those that are involved with a project that resulted in knocking off fireproofing material, the company has developed a new fireproofing patch product, called universal fireproofing patch. Jamshidi paid his way through college by building insulation machines for another company. Enhanced properties include additives to promote adhesion, pot life, workability and compatibility. Cafco fiber patch isolatek type p is a versatile, hand applied fire resistive material designed for patching damaged cafco isolatek drymix and wetmix spray applied fire resistive materials sfrms cafco fiber patch isolatek type p has excellent bonding characteristics and easily adheres to cafco isolatek drymix and wetmix sfrms, and galvanized or bare steel surfaces. Proper maintenance and patching fireproofing patching.
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