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15 March 2025 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are extremely excited to announce that ExxonMobil has recently joined PFPNet! We look forward to working together to raise the standards in the specification, testing, use, application and maintenance of passive fire protection.
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9 March 2025 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet now has a dedicated Houston-based presence and is holding this one-day technical event inHouston, TX for owners, manufacturers, engineers, contractors, and applicators working with fireproofing,passive fire protection (PFP) and Cryogenic Spill Protection (CSP) systems. The event will provide a uniqueopportunity for attendees to: Download more details here. To apply, please contact information@pfpnet.com
We are pleased to welcome Codimi Compliance on board! Codimi specializes in technical services and strategic consultancy within the fire safety industry, providing solutions for testing, inspection, assessment and certification. Find out more here.
22 January 2025 by Simon Thurlbeck
Chevron is the latest member to join PFPNet! With major operations in some of the world’s most important oil and gas regions, we are looking forward to working with Chevron to raise standards in the specification, testing, application and maintenance of Passive Fire Protection Systems.
14 January 2025 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that MUCHEN is now a member of PFPNet! MUCHEN has created a fireproof brand, Fireal®, and the business covers four major types of fire protection in industrial fields: fire protection of steel structures and components, firestop system engineering, anti-hydrocarbon fire protective layer and special functional coatings. Through advanced products and technologies, […]
6 November 2024 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that SR Group and Procon have joined PFPNet! We look forward to working with them in developing the PFPNet Competency Framework alongside our other valued members. Find out more about our members here.
You can now download the PFPNet 2024 conference presentations from the members area of the PFPNet website. If you require a log-in, please contact us (info@pfpnet.com)
2 October 2024 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that Daken PFP UK has joined PFPNet! Daken PFP UK is a world class company specialising in various PFP products that are manufactured by Daken Passive Fireproofing Limited in China for the oil & gas and petrochemical markets worldwide. Daken PFP UK Ltd has been established in the UK for […]
18 June 2024 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet has been working towards developing guidelines for assessing the severity of age and damage on the effectiveness of all types of PFP systems. Following two phases of scoping work, this project is to lead the development of qualitative guidance that allows a suitably qualified person to make a judgment on the severity of damage […]
12 November 2023 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet has developed a short “fundamentals” guidance document that describes the minimum information required to be provided to a CSP system manufacturer that will allow them to specify the correct type and thickness of CSP required, based on the ISO 20088 test data. Even slight changes in any of the fundamental variables that affect CSP […]
8 July 2023 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet is considering two “schemes” that are aimed at demonstrating competency: Here, the qualification is based on an assessment of competency obtained by both classroom and practical training, and through experience. A successful registration is by an audit of the use of processes and procedures that are used for quality management during application. Both are […]
One of the 2023 project commitments from PFPNet is to start the development of the Guidance Books that will define the procedures for the testing, assessment, classification, specification and end use of passive fire protection (PFP) systems used in the hydrocarbon sector. They will be applicable for all the types of PFP systems that are […]
20 March 2022 by Simon Thurlbeck
Here is a recording of our webinar from the 14th of March… We would also like to provide you with some Q&A’s from the day, which can be found below. Q1. Have EV cars have made any influence in your model recently ? Answer: Not really. As yet, the literature and research on EV, does […]
14 February 2022 by Simon Thurlbeck
It gives us great pleasure to announce that Altera Infrastructure have joined PFPNet. Formerly a part of Teekay, Altera are in important addition to our membership. Their ambition is to develop solutions, business models and technology that will meet the changing demands of energy infrastructure – they are driven by their commitment to be at […]
24 November 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that Barrier Fire Protection have joined PFPNet. This is an important addition to the membership as PFPNet increases its activities in the areas of application and installation of PFP systems and Barrier will bring a significant level of experience in this field, having been involved in the installation and application […]
20 April 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
In case you missed it, here is a recording of our webinar from the 19th of April…
19 April 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
A critical consideration is the selection of a PFP system that is durable over the facility lifetime. The system must not cause a loss of integrity to the item it is protecting, and should always provide the intended level of fire protection in the unlikely case that a fire occurs. Click here for a paper […]
15 April 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
Wide ranging conclusions are often drawn as to the effectiveness of Fixed Fire Fighting Systems in reducing temperatures in tunnel fires. The following paper, authored by Arnoud Breunese of Etex and Tomas Rakovec of Efectis, considers the potential consequences of extrapolating too widely from a limited set of research test results to justify the substitution […]
18 March 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
In today’s protective coating industry, there is a growing demand to proportion and spray 100% solids coatings that are high viscosity and composed of materials that make them compressible during processing. Epoxy intumescent fireproofing is one such material that starts as somewhat compressible in the pail, and becomes more compressible when heated and agitated under […]
23 February 2021 by Simon Thurlbeck
Background The fast-developing energy transition, with a target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, will include a significant expansion in the use of hydrogen. The roles for hydrogen being considered include energy transportation and storage, land transport, maritime propulsion, domestic heating and ‘hard to de-carbonise’ industry. Even if this is only partially realised, there will be […]
15 October 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
Fires in road tunnels present challenges for those designing and operating these important items of critical infrastructure. The confinement of the tunnel and the potential for multiple sources of combustible materials produce severe fire loads on structure, and difficulties for those evacuating or needing access to carry out firefighting and rescue activities. In our latest […]
18 July 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We would like to welcome Linde to the Passive Fire Protection Network! Linde has been optimizing gas processing technologies for 140 years, successfully delivering more than 4,000 plant engineering projects around the globe. Favoring trusted, lasting business relationships, the company collaborates closely with customers to enhance plant lifecycle productivity and innovate process flows. The company’s […]
11 July 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to introduce yet another company to PFPNet – WIWA! WIWA, a family owned company, manufactures devices and equipment for a diverse array of customer specifications under the highest of quality standards at the location where the company was founded in Lahnau, Germany. To find out more, please click here. Our network is […]
4 July 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome RISE Fire Research AS to PFPNet! Founded in 1934 and working for over 85 years to increase fire safety – RISE constitutes one of the world’s largest fire research environments. Find out more here: https://www.pfpnet.com/rise/
24 May 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that Armacell are the latest company to join PFPNet! As the inventors of flexible foam for equipment insulation and a leading provider of engineered foams, Armacell develops innovative and safe thermal, acoustic and mechanical solutions that create sustainable value for its customers. Find out more here: https://www.pfpnet.com/armacell/
15 March 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We’d like to welcome our newest member on board – Park Derochie! Recognized by the Journal of Protective Coatings and Linings (JPCL) as one of the Top 10 Contractors; ranked No. 4 in North America, and No.1 in Canada, Park Derochie specializes in all types of Coatings & Blasting, Fireproofing, Mechanical Insulation, Scaffolding and Containment. […]
9 February 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
The TAC Document is a guidance document that provides an overview of the main features and processes involved in the testing, assessment and certification/approval of passive fire protection (PFP) products and systems. The document explains the product performance testing and approval process in general terms and will have many potential users. To download your copy, […]
This guidance document (The PFPNet Roadmap) has been designed to lead the reader through the process of developing a Passive Fire Protection (PFP – also referred to as “fireproofing”) scheme, starting from the actual fire risk and associated scenarios up to the point where a PFP scheme or PFP system is specified. The PFPNet Roadmap […]
1 February 2020 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that Envirograf® are the latest company to join PFPNet! The Envirograf® brand was established in 1983 and quickly evolved to become a leading force in passive fire products. Its reputation as an innovator and developer of passive fire products is widely recognised, and its commitment to product research and development […]
2 November 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
We recently updated you on the progress of our High Heat Flux Testing Working Group. The next stages were to: update the position paper being worked on; develop a draft test standard; put together a proposal for a two-phase release validation test; and a produce guidance note on the applicability of the HHF test and […]
PFPNet was requested to provide an interpretation of a clause in API 2218 related to pool fire protection of process vessels, and the role that PFP can play in providing fire protection. Here is the view developed by the PFPNet Standards Engagement subcommittee as to how this clause should be interpreted.
19 October 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
We would like to thank representatives from Carboline, Gexcon, Hempel, International Paint, Isolatek, JGC, Jotun, MMI Thornton Tomasetti, PFP Specialists, PPG, Promat, Sherwin Williams, Technip FMC, UL, and WarringtonFire for their assistance in developing and reviewing this position paper. It is the position of PFPNet, and its members, that the practice of leaving top surfaces […]
6 October 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet’s Steering Committee has approved the formation of a new Technical Subcommittee relating to tunnels. PFPNet member Efectis suggested introducing this subcommittee within PFPNet after a number of industry stakeholders stated that passive fire protection matters should be addressed in the same fashion as active fire protection in tunnels, which is well supported and already […]
7 August 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
“Offshore platforms were operating beyond their design life raising concerns within the industry about how PFP would perform following long term weathering and ageing. Was it still fit for purpose?” The HSE devised a programme to look at real time weathering on a variety of PFP materials over a 10 – 20 year period, which […]
27 July 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
We are pleased to announce that Spirit Energy have joined PFPNet and are already contributing to the upcoming technical subcommittee activities. To find out more about one of Europe’s top independent exploration and production companies, click here.
In the event of a hydrocarbon plant fire, unprotected structural steel will only last a few minutes before it collapses. Alfred Miller Contracting (AMC), headquartered in Lake Charles, Louisiana has been in business for over 70 years and fireproof more steel than anyone in North America. In the below article, Bob Pool, AMC’s Executive Vice-President […]
27 April 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
A key objective for PFPNet is to improve knowledge and understanding of Passive Fire Protection (PFP) used in industrial facilities. A fundamental part of this is the provision of training for individuals who are involved in PFP from design to installation and inspection. The Members of PFPNet provide a very significant knowledge base covering all […]
4 February 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
There is a wide variation in knowledge around the subject of PFP coatbacks – ranging from “what are they and why do I need them?” to detailed calculation methods. Recognising these diverse opinions and methods, the poll of PFPNet Members raised this important aspect of detailing as an area that needs more clarification and guidance. […]
20 January 2019 by Simon Thurlbeck
It gives us great pleasure to announce that BP and PSA have joined PFPNet. Their experience and expertise will assist us greatly as we start to undertake the work scopes for 2019, which were voted for by our existing members towards the end of last year. To find out more about our plans for 2019, […]
1 December 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
On 29th November 2018, PFPNet member Hempel officially opened its new Centre of Excellence in Barcelona. The centre’s focus will be on the research and development of coating products within the field of passive fire protection. PFPNet chairman John Dunk was asked to participate in a technical seminar that took place after the grand opening. […]
17 November 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
Overflate is a well-established conference and exhibition for the oil, gas and petrochemical industries. It attracts more than 300 delegates – including owners, operators, fabrication companies, engineering and inspection companies, contractors and suppliers. This year, between the 14th and 15th of November, the conference held over 70 presentations relating to corrosion, insulation and fire protection. […]
29 September 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
Decades after clear evidence of unsatisfactory performance, some stakeholders still specify, supply and install an obsolete arrangement that may be inherently unsafe. This paper discusses the development of and different types of PFP alongside common mistakes and preventative actions. A lack of real understanding in industry is the reason for PFPNet’s existence, it is the […]
8 September 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
Bring on the Heat China was held between August 27-30 in Nanjing, China. This year, the event focussed on the latest development and applications of protective linings and high temperature coatings alongside traditional functional coatings. CUI, multi-dimensional solutions and on-site inspection and testing where also key topics of interest. With such an agenda, this platform […]
9 August 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet is aiming to become the organisation that will set the standard for knowledge and competency across projects and operations on hydrocarbon and chemical facilities where fireproofing is used as a mitigation measure. By joining PFPNet you will be an important part of this drive to grow a forward-looking, global, industry organisation that represents your […]
12 January 2018 by Simon Thurlbeck
PFPNet is assembling a team to oversee the development of its next guidance document on Testing and Certification as it relates to fireproofing systems used in hydrocarbon facilities. The Testing and Certification Guidance Document was voted for by the PFPNet Members as the next most important guidance document required by Industry. Purpose of the Document […]
1 June 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
With 23 member companies, PFPNet has officially begun! Initially, we sought to recruit 30 member companies before embarking upon our 2017 proposal– however, to maintain momentum, a narrower initial scope of work is being focussed on. The first year will therefore comprise of the most pressing issues identified at PFPNet’s launch meetings in both Manchester, UK, and […]
26 April 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
Since launching in the UK towards the end of 2016 and in the US at the start of 2017, The Hydrocarbon Passive Fire Protection Network (PFPNet) has now gained the following members: Advanced Insulation Alfred Miller Contracting Carboline ConocoPhillips Esterline EXOVA Hempel HSE Isolatek International Jotun Paints MMI Engineering Morgan Advanced Materials Perenco PFP Specialists […]
3 March 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
After the successful technical meeting held in Houston on the 15th of February, PFPNet is pleased to announce that Shell and TechnipFMC are the latest companies to sign up to the group – committing to improving the competency surrounding Passive Fire Protection (PFP) within the Hydrocarbon Passive Fire Protection Industry. PFP has been in existence […]
20 February 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
On Wednesday 15th February, Simon Thurlbeck and Graham Boaler introduced The Hydrocarbon Passive Fire Protection Network (PFPNet) to a number of Operators, EPCs, Manufacturers, Fabricators and Consultants in Houston, Texas. Over 50 representatives from companies such as Shell, Bechtel, Dow, Marathon Oil, BP, Jotun Paints, Carboline, PPG, Sherwin-Williams and Promat attended, with many commenting that the […]
7 February 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
The Hydrocarbon Passive Fire Protection Network (PFPNet) was launched in the UK last year via a one-day technical meeting in Manchester. So far, Advanced Insulation, EXOVA, Hempel, HSE, Jotun Paints, Perenco, Promat, Sherwin Williams, Trelleborg and Woodside have joined the group. Such commitment will enable PFPNet to embark upon its commitments for 2017, which include defining […]
9 January 2017 by Simon Thurlbeck
After the success of the Technical Meeting that took place in the UK towards the end of last year, which saw over 70 attendees with diverse hydrocarbon PFP-related background discuss key concerns surrounding their industry, PFPNet is now taking its launch event to the USA. Attendees will have the opportunity to offer their thoughts and […]
29 July 2016 by Simon Thurlbeck
Have you registered to attend the PFPNet Technical Meeting yet? The event is a must if you would like to contribute to raising standards among users of PFP in the hydrocarbon industries. So far we have received a lot of registrations – and places are limited. With just over a month to go, the above […]
