PPG introduces new fire retardant coating

On February 14, PPG announced the launch of PPG STEELGUARD 951 coatings. This innovative epoxy intumescent fire retardant coating perfectly meets the needs of modern steel structures.

In the event of a fire, the coating expands from a thin, lightweight coating to a thick foam-like insulating coating, helping to insulate steel structures and maintain the integrity and stability of the protected structure, PPG said. Allow more time for personnel to escape and reduce damage to buildings and assets. PPG Steelguard 951 coatings can also provide effective anti-corrosion protection in extremely corrosive atmospheric environments, and can meet ISO 12944 C5 anti-corrosion requirements without topcoat, achieving the same anti-corrosion effect and durability while reducing project time and cost . Its single dry film thickness can reach 3500 microns, and its curing and drying are very fast. The steel structure can be transported the next day after spraying the fireproof coating.

Richard Mann, global passive fire protection product manager for PPG's industrial protection and marine coatings business, said: "Steel structures are playing an increasingly important role in the field of modern buildings, and the steel structures of various buildings based on functional design must meet specific fire protection, corrosion protection and protection requirements. Aesthetics requirements. PPG Steelguard 951 coating combines aesthetic appearance with long-lasting and durable corrosion protection, and can also provide efficient fire protection to ensure the stability of steel structures in fire.”