Many blur the line between NFPA 286 and UL 1715 room corner tests for thermal and ignition barriers fire protection over spray foam. International Fireproof Technology, Inc. (IFTI) helps us break down the differences. read more
IFTI recently conducted multiple FULL SCALE NFPA 286 fire tests using its new DC315 BLACK COATING for use as a 15 Minute Alternative Thermal Barrier or Appendix X Ignition Barrier for SPF. read more
IFTI issued Evaluation Report CCRR-1076 for compliance to AC456 assembly testing for "Alternative Thermal Barriers," which serves as documentation supporting DC 315 compliance to the new codes for SPF assemblies using a coating as an alternative 15-Minute Thermal Barrier. read more