PPG's new flexible, sustainable epoxy coating provides fire protection for commercial infrastructure.
The international paints and coating manufacturer PPG has recenlty announced that it has launched the epoxy intumescent fire protection coating STEELGUARD® 951, that has been specifically designed for advanced manufacturing facilities, including semiconductor plants, electric vehicle battery facilities, data centers and other commercial infrastructure.
The PPG STEELGUARD 951 coating provides up to four hours of fire protection by expanding from a thin and lightweight film into a thick and insulating foam, mantaining structural integrity, allowing more time for evacuation and minimising damage to buildings and assets.
Moreover, the new coating delivers up to 3,500 microns of dry-film thickness in a single coat and cures rapidly, making it ideal for modular construction projects optimised for off-site and field applications. In addition, the patented flexible epoxy technology from PPG ensures good durability and edge retention, reducing the risk of cracks during handling and transportation, as well providing corrosion resistance up to ISO 12944 C5 without a topcoat.
“We're excited to expand our offering of PPG Steelguard 951 coating to the commercial infrastructure sector, specifically advanced manufacturing in countries such as the United States of America, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Perú and Colombia. This solution offers up to four hours of fire protection, meets stringent testing standards, and supports modern construction methods with its robust, flexible and efficient application properties. We are committed to partnering with our customers to ensure the highest safety and performance in their projects,” has stated Stuart Bradbury, PPG business development manager, fire protection at Protective & Marine Coatings.
The PPG STEELGUARD 951 coating is also tested in accordance with both national and international fire and corrosion standards, including ISO 12944 C5, EN 13381-8, BS 476 standards, GB 51249, GB 14907, ASTM E119, UL 263 and ULC 5101.