Hydrocarbon fire protection
Passive fire safety for industrial and petrochemical environments
Hydrocarbon fire protection is a critical requirement for ensuring the safety and resilience of petrochemical plants, refineries, offshore platforms and industrial facilities exposed to high fire-risk scenarios.
Hydrocarbon fires are characterised by extremely high temperatures and a rapid escalation of flame intensity. For this reason, every structural component must be protected with certified passive fire protection systems designed specifically for hydrocarbon-type fire exposure.
FES delivers advanced industrial fireproofing solutions using high-performance fire-resistant and intumescent coatings engineered to maintain the structural integrity of steel and concrete during hydrocarbon fires.
Advanced application technology used by FES
For the application of epoxy intumescent materials, FES employs specialised equipment designed to mix and spray two fire-resistant components with absolute precision, ensuring consistent temperature and dosing ratios throughout the process.
Thanks to integrated heating technology and electronic control of the mixture, the system guarantees an accurate, uniform application of hydrocarbon fireproofing coatings, even under harsh environmental conditions.
Continuous monitoring of temperature, mixing ratio and applied thickness ensures certified, traceable results while reducing material waste and intervention time.
Epoxy intumescent coatings for hydrocarbon fires
The epoxy intumescent coatings applied by FES are engineered to create a protective barrier that reacts to heat by expanding and forming an insulating char layer.
This expanded layer preserves the structural stability of steel and reinforced-concrete elements during hydrocarbon-fired incidents, which are known for high temperatures and rapid thermal fluctuations.
Our passive fire protection systems for hydrocarbon hazards are widely used in:
- Refineries and petrochemical plants
- Liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities
- Offshore platforms and structures
- Storage tanks, pipelines and energy infrastructure
- Chemical and manufacturing industries
Every project is developed in close collaboration with the client, taking into account environmental conditions, structural characteristics and the applicable regulatory framework.
Certifications and safety
All materials and systems used by FES comply with leading European and international standards for passive fire protection and for safety in potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX and IECEx).
These certifications allow FES to guarantee safe, compliant and fully verifiable interventions, reducing operational risks and limiting the need for additional on-site approvals.
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We provide industry-leading sandblasting, powder coating, and laser cleaning services with international reach. Based in Brescia, Italy, FES Global Group supports clients across Europe and worldwide, delivering tailored solutions for complex industrial surface treatment needs.
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