Spray Applied Fireproofing

Life saving product required by building code in modern steel framed buildings

Spray Applied Fireproofing or SFRM for short, is the most common type of fireproofing found in construction today. SFRM products are generally made up of a gypsum or cement base with other additives such as mineral wool, quartz and vermiculite. Products can come as a wet mix or dry mix formula and can also be troweled; chemical accelerators can be used to increase product yield and reduce installation durations.

SFRM products are generally found in concealed spaces and are widely considered the most cost-effective solution to meet building codes. Once installed these products must be tested for Thickness, Density, Adhesion/Cohesion whose requirements are defined by the IBC and building construction type.

Services we provide

Trade Scopes

  • Cementitious Fireproofing
  • Spray Fiber Fireproofing
  • Tunnel Fireproofing
  • Fireproofing Patch & Repair

CSI Codes

  • 078100 - Applied Fireproofing
  • 078100 - Spray Applied Fireproofing
  • 078116 - Cementitious Fireproofing
Render of spray applied fireproofing applied on steel
  • 01

    Cost Effective Solution

    Budget friendly option to meet building codes

  • 02

    Quick Installation Relative to Other Products

    Saves time and moves project towards completion

  • 03

    Prolongs Structural Integrity

    Gives occupants & emergency responders valuable time in case of fire

  • 04

    Exterior Grade Available

    For areas where weather exposure is likely to occur

United Spray in Action

Our crews have experience in completing projects of all sizes and logistical complexities. From pre-construction planning through installation and project closeout, we strive to exceed our clients expectations in every way. Fireproofing is an integral part of life safety in modern buildings and it is important to hire a professional with the right experience.

United Spray continuously invests in the latest fireproofing equipment and employee training to ensure we give our clients the best possible final product.

Types of projects

Spray Fireproofing can be found in many different types of steel framed buildings. Commercial and industrial construction projects can all benefit from Spray-Applied Fireproofing no matter the end use.

  • Tunnels
  • High Rise Buildings
  • Equipment Rooms
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Roof Decks
  • Structural Steelwork
  • Concealed Interior Structures
  • Parking Garages

Spray Applied Fireproofing Performance Overview

Product Testing

All of the products that we offer have undergone rigorous testing by both ASTM and Underwriters Laboratory (UL) to verify their physical properties and determine their performance during a fire. UL fire tests are conducted on various construction assemblies and data is used to extrapolate a required thickness for each individual steel member based on the required hourly rating. Selection of the proper UL design for each project is critical in insuring that a building meets codes.

Technical Data

ASTM Standards

  • ASTM E 605 Density
  • ASTM E 736 Cohesion / Adhesion (Bond Strength)
  • ASTM E 761 Compression
  • ASTM E 84 Surface Burning Characteristics
  • ASTM E 937 Corrosion
  • ASTM G 21 Fungal Resistance

UL Designs (Floor/Ceiling)

  • Floor Assemblies D925, D739, D759, D743, D779, D780, D782, D859, D902, D985, G705
  • Floor Beams N706, N708, N743, N759, N761, N777, N779, N782, N784, N792, N854
  • Concrete Decks J701, J708, J709, J710, J712, J809, J957

UL Designs (Roof)

  • Roof Assemblies P714, P719, P723, P725, P732, P733, P740, P819, P825, P826, P908, P936
  • Roof Beams S721, S728, S729, S734, S735, S749, S750
  • Tube & Pipe Y710, X790, X795

UL Designs (Column)

Column X790, X795, X827, X829, X854, XR711, XR715, XR731, Y710

Manufacturers and Products

United Spray takes pride in working with the best available materials and manufacturers

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Fireproofing Solutions