Most SFRM either utilize mineral fiber or cementitious

materials to insulate steel from the heat of a fire. Mineral

fiber and vermiculite acoustical plaster on metal lath are
two of the frequently used SFRM for on steel columns,
beams and joists. These popular commercial products have
proprietary formulations and, therefore, it is imperative to
closely follow the manufacturer's recommendations for
mixing and application
The mineral fiber mixture combines the fibers, mineral
binders, air and water. It is a limited combustible material
and a poor conductor of heat. Mineral fiber fire protection
material is spray-applied with specifically designed equipment
which feeds the dry mixture of mineral fibers and various
binding agents to a spray nozzle, where water is added
to the mixture as it is sprayed on the surface to be protected.
In the final cured form, the mineral fiber coating is usually
lightweight, essentially non-combustible