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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE .......................................................................................................................................................2
2.0 REFERENCES ...........................................................................................................................................2
3.0 DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................................................3
4.0 DOCUMENTATION....................................................................................................................................3
5.0 EXTENT OF FIRE PROTECTION .............................................................................................................4
5.1 INSIDE BATTERY LIMITS .....................................................................................................................4
5.2 OUTSIDE BATTERY LIMITS .................................................................................................................6
6.0 QUALITY ....................................................................................................................................................6
7.0 FIRE PROTECTION MATERIALS.............................................................................................................7
7.1 GENERAL ..............................................................................................................................................7
7.2 CONCRETE ............................................................................................................................................7
7.3 OWNER APPROVED PROPRIETARY MATERIALS............................................................................7
7.4 SPECIAL VESSEL AND HEAD FIREPROOFING ................................................................................8
7.5 PRIMERS, TOPCOATS, GALVANIZING AND CAULKING..................................................................8
7.6 REINFORCING MATERIALS.................................................................................................................8
7.7 WATER ...................................................................................................................................................8
8.0 INSTALLATION OF FIRE PROTECTION MATERIALS ...........................................................................8
8.1 SURFACE PREPARATION ...................................................................................................................8
8.2 INSTALLATION: GENERAL ..................................................................................................................9
8.3 CONCRETE APPLICATION ..................................................................................................................9
8.4 STRUCTURAL STEEL & VESSEL SUPPORT LEGS ........................................................................10
8.5 VESSEL SKIRT ....................................................................................................................................10
8.6 VESSEL SHELL AND HEADS ............................................................................................................10
9.0 INSPECTION............................................................................................................................................11
10.0 TABLES ................................................................................................................................................12
11.0 FIGURES ..............................................................................................................................................13

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1.0 SCOPE

1.1 The function of fire protection (fireproofing) required by this Practice is to provide heat insulating
protection where deformation and possible failure as a result of exposure to a possible fire would
seriously increase the magnitude of the fire, seriously endanger fire fighters, or seriously endanger
personnel and property.
1.2 This Practice covers the requirement of materials and methods for fire protecting structural steel, vessel
skirts, equipment support lugs, equipment saddles, etc. The figures in the Practice provide details of fire
protection.
1.3 Whenever federal, state, or local ordinances exist, the more stringent requirements of this Practice or the
ordinances shall be met.
1.4 Any deviations from this Practice must be approved by the procedure described in EP 1-1-3.
1.5 An asterisk (*) indicates that approval of the Owner’s Engineer is required or that additional information
will be furnished by the purchaser.
1.6 A revision bar indicates all changes made to this Revision.

2.0 REFERENCES
The latest edition of the following standards and publications are referred to herein.
STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS

Site Technical Practices

EP 1–1–3 Deviations to Site Technical Practices
EP 2–5–2 Documentation Format Requirements
EP 10–3–1 Painting
EP 11–2–2 Fire Protection Shields for Wafer Valves
EP 11–3–2 Insulation Application - Piping
EP 11–3–3 Insulation Application - Vessels and Equipment
EP 11–3–6 Insulation of Flanged Joints and Valves in Hot Service
ACI
506R Guide to Shotcrete

API Publications
Publ 2218 Fireproofing Practices in Petroleum and Petrochemical Processing Plants
Publ 2510A Fire Protection Considerations for the Design and Operation of LPG
Storage Facilities
ASTM
C33 Concrete Aggregates
C94 Ready Mix Concrete
C150 Portland Cement
E84 Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
E119 Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
E136 Behavior of Materials in Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°C

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STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS (CONTINUED)

ICBO
Uniform Building Code
NFPA
321 Basic Classification of Flammable and Combustible Liquids
UL
1709 Rapid Rise Fire Tests of Protection Materials for Structural Steel

3.0 DEFINITIONS

3.1 Contractor - Company or business that agrees to furnish materials or perform specified services at a
specified price and/or rate to the Owner.
3.2 Fire Exposed Area - An area is considered fire exposed if it is horizontally within 30 ft. of any fire potential
equipment or of the limits of a potential pool or stream of burning liquid, or if it is vertically within 40 ft.
above any level at which a fire may be initiated. When a fire can be started above grade, the distance
below (to grade) is also considered fire exposed.
3.3 Fire Potential Equipment - Vessels, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, fired heaters, and similar
equipment containing such potential fire sources as flammable or combustible liquids or vapors, or both.
Classification of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with NFPA 321.
3.4 Inspector - A Toledo Refinery appointed engineer or inspector.
3.5 Manufacturer - The recipient of a direct or indirect purchase order for materials and/or equipment. In this
context, a direct order is one issued to a manufacturer by a contractor or the Owner. An indirect order is
one issued to a manufacturer by a vendor (recipient of a direct order) for materials, fabricated
components, or subassemblies.
3.6 Non Fire Potential Equipment - Equipment that has little or no chance of releasing flammable or
combustible fluids either before or shortly after the outbreak of a fire.
3.7 Owner - The Toledo Refinery.
3.8 Owner’s Engineer - A Toledo Refinery appointed engineer.
3.9 Purchaser - The party placing a direct purchase order. The purchaser is the Owner’s designated
representative.

4.0 DOCUMENTATION
The following information shall be shown on drawings and included in job specifications:
4.1 Items to be fireproofed and extent of fireproofing.
4.2 Type and thickness of fireproofing material.
4.3 Whether top coating of fireproofing is required, and specifications for same.
4.4 Support dips required for fireproofing, furnished or to be installed.
4.5 Materials and welding procedures, as applicable.

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5.0 EXTENT OF FIRE PROTECTION

5.1 Inside Battery Limits

5.1.1 General
1) Only columns, load bearing beams, and main bracing members require fire protection.
2) Steel structure which only supports walkways and platforms does not require fireproofing.
3) Do not fireproof the top flange of structural steel which supports process equipment, flooring, or
piping.
4) Fire protection shall comply with the guidelines of API Publication 2218.
5.1.2 Equipment Supports
1) Fire protect vessel SUPPORT LEGS; and vessel SKIRTS, inside and outside. Vessels <36 inch
ID, require fireproofing on the outside of the skirt only. Use concrete on the skirts and legs of
critical reactors and towers (fire hazardous). Proprietary material may be used on noncritical
vessels.
2) Fire protect STEEL LUGS supporting equipment except when the lug stress is less than 1500
psi AND they are more than 8 feet above grade.
3) Fire protect STEEL SADDLES supporting horizontal vessels and exchangers when the
minimum height, from the bottom of the drum (lowest point) to grade (or platform), is more than
18 inches.
4) For stacked exchangers fireproof the bottom supports. The top supports require fire protection
only when the top vessel is >30 inches diameter and the support members are higher than 12
inches at their lowest point. When more than (2) two exchangers are stacked, all intermediate
supports shall also be fireproofed.
5.1.3 Structural Steel & Pipe Racks
1) Steel structures supporting vessels, exchangers, heaters or other fire potential equipment shall
be fire protected from grade to the load line, generally not to exceed 100 feet above grade. If
nonfire potential equipment is located at a higher level, the fire protection shall extend 40 feet
above the level at which the fire potential equipment is supported (fire exposed area).
• For structures supporting nonfire potential equipment the structure shall be fireproofed from
grade up to 40 feet.
• Use concrete or Owner Approved Proprietary materials on beams that support equipment.
2) Steel structures supporting piping containing flammable material shall be fire protected from
grade to the upper load line, generally not to exceed 40 feet. Fireproof columns and the beams
supporting the piping (up to top flange). Use concrete or Owner Approved Proprietary materials.
Pre–cast concrete may be used for pipe racks.
3) Fire protection shall be provided on main pipe alley steel when the alley has fingers running in
both directions.

Main
Process Pipe Process
Fingers Alley Fingers

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4) Where sections of a main pipe alley, as depicted in [Link] above, have long runs free of flanges
and are not in a fire exposed area, fireproofing may be omitted. This shall be determined by
Owner’s Engineer.
5) (*)Generally, fireproofing shall not be provided on main pipe alley steel when the alley fingers
run from only one side of the main pipe alley.

Main
Pipe Process
Alley Fingers

6) Where sections of a main pipe alley, as depicted in [Link], are within a fire exposed area,
and/or the piping has a number of flanges, local fire protection is required.
7) Piperacks which support equipment shall be considered the equipment support structure and fire
protected.
8) “Catch beams.” Where piping containing flammable materials is hung by rods or spring hangers
from a fire protected member a “catch beam” shall be provided. The “catch beam” and its
support beams shall be fireproofed. See Figure 2D, API 2218.
5.1.4 REINFORCED CONCRETE structures shall be designed in accordance with the Uniform Building
Code (latest edition), Chapter 43.
5.1.5 (*)VESSELS specified to be completely fire protected, but not requiring insulation for process
reasons, shall be done in accordance with paragraphs 5.1.7, 7.4 and 8.6. Consult Owner’s Engineer
for fire protection of vessels/equipment made of low melting point materials (ex: aluminum) as
special design recommendations are required.
5.1.6 In general, PIPING in a fire exposed area is considered to be non fire potential equipment and is not
required to be fireproofed. Piping specified to be completely fireproofed, but not requiring insulation,
shall be fireproofed in accordance with paragraphs 5.1.8 and 5.1.9, and section 11.0 of EP 11-3-2
5.1.7 INSULATED VESSELS are considered fire protected when the insulating material thickness is
equivalent to a fire endurance of 1 hour per UL 1709, or 2 hours per ASTM E119, when tested on a
10W49 column, and is jacketed with 304 stainless, 0.010 inch min. thickness, with stainless banding
on 12 inch centers maximum. Flat vs. corrugated jacketing, and insulation materials, shall comply
with the requirements in EP 11-3-3.
5.1.8 INSULATED PIPING (up to NPS 24) is considered fire protected when insulated and jacketed as
above, except with a fire endurance rating of 1 hour per UL 1709, or 2 hours per ASTM E119, when
tested on a 4 inch steel column, .237 inch minimum wall, and a minimum weight of 10.79 pounds per
foot. Jacketing and insulation materials shall comply with the requirements in EP 11-3-2. Lines larger
than NPS 24 shall comply with the requirements for an insulated vessel.
5.1.9 The insulation systems shall also meet the following requirements.
1) Capable of withstanding direct flame impingement.
2) Capable of withstanding the force of fire hose stream impingement.
3) Is not destroyed when exposed to 1800°F for 2 hours.

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5.1.10 Fired Heaters

1) Integral stacks supported by the furnace structure shall have the structural members supporting
the stack fire protected.
2) Fire protect main heater columns from the top of concrete piers to within 2 inches of the
underside of hearth plates.
3) Fire protect supporting beams, legs, and cross pieces for fired heaters containing hydrocarbons.
Horizontal support beams in contact with the fired heater floor do not require fireproofing, except
at the junction point with a vertical column. Horizontal supports with a clearance of 12 inches or
greater below the underside of the heater floor shall be fireproofed.
4) Structural supports for elevated equipment associated with fired heaters, such as coke drums,
transfer line exchangers, air preheaters, forced draft fans and ducts, shall be fireproofed if
located within 20 feet horizontally of a fired heater handling flammable liquid in the tubes.
5.1.11 EMERGENCY BLOCK VALVE OPERATORS shall be fire protected and comply with API 2218,
Section 3.1.9.
5.1.12 POWER AND CONTROL LINES (including cable trays), within fire exposed areas, or which are
designated by the Owner’s Engineer as requiring fire protection because they are critical to
emergency operations (see API 2218, section 3.1.8 for guidelines) shall be fireproofed. Fire
protection shall comply with section 7.1 except that the fire rating shall meet 30 minutes per ASTM
E119, or 15 minutes per UL 1709.
5.1.13 (*)WAFER VALVES shall be fire protected when specified by Owner’s Engineer. When insulated,
the design shall comply with EP 11-3-6. When insulation is not required, the valves shall be
protected in accordance with EP 11–2–2.
5.2 Outside Battery Limits
5.2.1 Fire protection shall comply with the guidelines of API 2510A and API 2218.
5.2.2 Equipment and pipe support structure up to 50 feet beyond battery limits and particularly pipe
supports close to pipe flanges shall be fire protected.
5.2.3 Steel support structures supporting fire potential equipment or subject to a flammable liquid spill fire
shall be fire protected.
5.2.4 Above ground pressure storage drums shall be protected as follows:
1) If three or more drums are installed with a shell–to–shell spacing not exceeding 50 feet, each
drum shall be fireproofed.
2) If one or two drums are located with more than 50 feet spacing from other drums, provision for
firewater protection of each drum is acceptable in lieu of fireproofing.

6.0 QUALITY

6.1 The contractor shall be responsible that quality materials are used, and that all fire protection materials
comply with section 7.0.
6.2 For proprietary products, submit manufacturer’s literature to Owner’s Engineer. Submittal shall include
complete application instructions for installation in accordance with supporting testing laboratory report to
achieve the specified fire ratings, as well as the chemical and physical characteristics required.
6.3 For proprietary products, submit certification that applicator has completed manufacturers approved
training program and is certified by the manufacturer.

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7.0 FIRE PROTECTION MATERIALS

7.1 General
7.1.1 (*) Unless approved by the Owner’s Engineer, fire protection materials for non–carbon steel shall be
free of chlorides of sulfates.
7.1.2 Fire protection materials shall contain NO asbestos or toxic solvents.
7.1.3 (*)Fire protection materials which have solvents with flash points below 100°F (“red label”) shall not
be used without approval of Owner’s Engineer.
7.1.4 (*) Fire protection materials for exterior use must comply with the following criteria:
1) ASTM E119: 3 hour fire rating, with a minimum thickness for concrete/gunite of 2 inches, or UL
1709: 2–1/2 hour fire rating. Note: lesser degrees of fireproofing may be acceptable depending
on the relative risks involved. Recommendations for reasonable reductions in fireproofing must
be evaluated and approved by the site Engineering Authority.
2) ASTM E136: Non–combustible
3) ASTM E84: Flame spread: 0–20
Fuel contribution: 0–5
Smoke development: 0–50
4) Quality control assurance FM or UL label on each unit
5) ASTM E605: Minimum Density 45 pcf
6) ASTM D–2240: Minimum Shore D of 40
7) ASTM E761: Minimum Compressive Strength, 600 psi
7.1.5 Use concrete or gunite encasement, subliming, intumescent, or other material which will provide the
required fire endurance ratings and the durability and suitability for the intended use, as indicated by
the quality criteria specified.
7.2 Concrete
7.2.1 Concrete shall meet the requirements of ASTM C94 for siliceous concrete as defined in section
4302(c) of UBC, and conforming to ASTM C33 and ASTM C150 type IA (type IIIA may be used with
approval from Owner’s Engineer).
7.2.2 Aggregate shall not exceed 1/2 inch nominal size.
7.2.3 Concrete shall develop a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi in 28 days.
7.2.4 Concrete quality shall be per ASTM C94 alternate 2.
7.2.5 Slump range shall be 3 to 6 inches.
7.3 Owner Approved Proprietary Materials
7.3.1 Fire protection materials selected for exterior use must maintain their degree of protection for 10
years when not exposed to fire.
7.3.2 Demonstration of the materials’ fire performance is required before approval for use will be
considered.
7.3.3 Required maintenance of a system in order to meet the requirement in 7.3.1 must be specified in the
bid. All maintenance schedules must be submitted to the Owner’s Engineer before approval for use
is considered.

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7.3.4 Proprietary fireproofing materials approved for use by The Toledo Refinery include: Carboline
Pyrocrete 241, PPG Pitt–Char or International Chartek 1709. Use of alternate proprietary materials
requires review and approval of the proposed material. Written approval must be obtained from the
Owner’s Engineer before commencing work.
7.3.5 Proprietary fireproofing materials shall comply with the requirements of paragraph 7.1.4.
7.4 Special Vessel and Head Fireproofing
Vessel fire protection shall use Thermal Ceramics “Kaolite 20–S”, JM’s “Blazelite 2000”, or The Toledo
Refinery approved alternate. These shall be appropriately weatherproofed and have a minimum of 2 inch
thickness.
7.5 Primers, Topcoats, Galvanizing and Caulking
7.5.1 Prime ALL steel prior to fireproofing, but after the application of any studs. For special coatings over
galvanized steel, stainless steel and aluminum, consult fireproofing manufacturer for
recommendations. Prime steel under concrete fireproofing with an epoxy mastic, Carboline’s Carbo–
Mastic 15, Valspar 75W9W, or equivalent.
7.5.2 Apply primers, topcoat, and caulking as required by manufacturers’ printed instructions.
7.5.3 Confirm that the primer and topcoat are compatible with the fireproofing.
7.5.4 For caulking concrete or gunite, use Porter International GPA032, flexible thiokol expansion joint
compound or approved equal.
7.5.5 Fireproofing mastic shall be a breather type, asbestos free, with a flame spread of 4 or less (Vimasco
WC - IFR).
7.6 Reinforcing Materials
7.6.1 Reinforcing materials such as metal lath, fiberglass, anchoring studs, or other products used in the
fire protection system shall be of the weight, size, and type specified in the fire rating design.
7.6.2 Reinforcing for concrete or gunite:
1) Wire Mesh - 2x2x.083 (#14 BWG) inches galvanized welded wire fabric. For vessel shells and
heads, see paragraph 8.6.3.
2) Tie wires #18 BWG galvanized steel wire
3) Studs - Galvanized, primed metal, or an approved corrosion resistant material. Studs shall be
attached by electric stud welding or hand welding. All studs shall be tested for satisfactory base
welds by being hammer tested.
7.6.3 Reinforcing for mastic coatings shall be wire mesh, 1 inch hexagonal woven wire poultry mesh, .035
inch (20 BWG) minimum wire diameter. Wire shall be stainless steel. The mesh shall be laced into
place with .08 inch (minimum) diameter wire of the same material.
7.7 WATER
Water shall be clean, potable, and free from excess contaminates. Firewater is NOT acceptable.

8.0 INSTALLATION OF FIRE PROTECTION MATERIALS

8.1 Surface Preparation

8.1.1 All steel to be fireproofed shall be thoroughly cleaned of scaling paint and rust, loose concrete, soot,
grease, and other materials which could impair the bond between the encased member, vessel shell,
head, or skirt and the fireproofing BEFORE the reinforcement is placed.

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8.1.2 All steel and equipment SHALL be primed after cleaning and prior to fireproofing. Surface
preparation shall comply with EP 10-3-1 and product manufacturer’s recommendations. If
studs/standoffs are welded to the steel, sandblast and prime the steel after welding. The primer will
be repaired where welding breaks the paint. In areas of high corrosion, as specified by Owner’s
Engineer, sand blast and apply a corrosion resistant paint.
8.1.3 For Owner approved proprietary fireproofing materials, surface preparation shall be performed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation.
8.2 Installation: General
8.2.1 Wire fabric shall be carefully bent to fit around corners and in re–entrant angles.
8.2.2 For concrete the fabric shall be placed about 3/4 inch from the final surface of the gunite.
8.2.3 Lap mesh a minimum of 3 inches at joints. Tie mesh with wire on 6 inch centers.
8.2.4 Fire protection materials shall not be applied when the ambient temperature is below 40°F, or below
the manufacturers recommended temperature, whichever is higher.
8.2.5 Protect finished surfaces and adjacent equipment (metal switch boxes, conduits, etc.) by masking or
covering against overspray and spillage.
8.2.6 Install fire protection materials after all steel is in place. Other trades shall be restricted from working
on, or adjacent to, freshly applied material for at least 24 hours, or as per manufacturer’s
recommendations, after completing application.
8.2.7 When saddles, spacers, or supports that have slotted holes, or other type connections which permit
thermal movement, are to be fireproofed, special fire protection details that allow for movement
without damaging the fireproofing shall be shown on the drawing.
8.2.8 A trowelled finish shall not be applied. Trowelling shall only be used for dimensional reasons
(cutback).
8.2.9 All exposed joints (exposed steel and fireproofing intersections) shall be caulked with a silicone
(elastic) caulking compound. Slope fireproofing downward from intersection to facilitate drainage.
8.2.10 Cementitious materials (gunite) application shall comply with ACI 506R. Materials may be applied in
a single thickness (preferred) or built up in layers, depending on the position of work. The thickness
of a layer is dependent upon the requirement that the material not slump. If overhead or vertical
surfaces are gunited in layers, a minimum of three layers is recommended. Time between coats shall
be 39 minutes to 4 hours depending upon the temperature and humidity. The surfaces should be
allowed to stiffen slightly, but not allowed to set.
8.2.11 All fireproofing located outdoors shall be effectively sealed to prevent moisture from reaching the
fireproofed steel surface.
8.2.12 All Owner approved proprietary fireproofing materials shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
8.3 Concrete Application
8.3.1 When concrete is specified it shall be mixed, applied and cured in accordance with the latest
American Concrete Institute Code.
8.3.2 Concrete temperatures shall be maintained between 50 and 100°F during placement and curing (see
paragraph 8.3.5 for curing time).

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8.3.3 Sandstone, silica gravel or other siliceous material shall be used as the coarse aggregate in
fireproofing concrete.
8.3.4 Vibration of forms shall be done to minimize voids when poured in place (formed) fireproofing is
used. Vibration shall be applied to the outside of the form.
8.3.5 Keep concrete damp for seven days after placement.
8.4 Structural Steel & Vessel Support Legs
8.4.1 Concrete fire protection on structural steel shall be applied by approved formed-concrete, boxed–on,
or contour-formed methods, as per Figure 1 through Figure 12.
8.4.2 Owner approved fireproofing materials shall be applied following the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
8.4.3 Wrap lath around columns or beams in accordance with UL designs.
8.4.4 Structural members smaller than 12 inches shall use a boxed or poured in place design. On
structural members 12 inches and larger use a contour or poured in place design.
8.4.5 When a box configuration is used, install firestops at 8-foot centers (max.) in boxed columns.
Firestops shall consist of lath being bent into the web and material gunned on top of it.
8.4.6 In columns, the box beam will only go up to within 12 inches of the top. At this point the lath is sloped
into the web and the final 12 inches will be contour design. See Figure 7 for details. Chamfer and
caulk the top edge of the contoured material.
8.4.7 Where the fire protection does not extend the full length of a vertical beam, the top edge shall be
chamfered and caulked prior to installation of flashing. Fire protection material that extends to the top
of a vertical beam shall be covered with a seal plate. See Figure 11 for details.
8.4.8 Vessel support legs shall be fire proofed per Figure 13 and 14, except that for pressurized storage
spheres the fireproofing shall not cover the supports where they are welded to the shell.
8.4.9 Where fire protected columns are exposed to abuse (i.e., truck and heavy equipment movement)
steel barriers shall be provided.
8.5 Vessel Skirt
8.5.1 The concrete, equipment, and method of application shall be in accordance with “Recommended
Practice for Shotcreting” ACI 506R.
8.5.2 Fireproofing on skirts shall be pneumatically applied. Flashing and reinforcement shall be in
accordance with Figures 15 and 16.
8.5.3 Studs shall be spaced in a diamond pattern on 16-inch centers (max.). Studs will be welded on the
skirt by the vessel fabricator prior to shipment.
8.5.4 Owner approved fireproofing materials shall be applied following the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
8.5.5 Sealing and caulking materials shall be employed at vents, access and pipe openings to prevent
water from seeping between the fireproofing and skirt at these locations.
8.6 Vessel Shell and Heads
8.6.1 Special fire protection materials shall be used when shell and heads are to be fireproofed, but do not
require insulation.
8.6.2 Manufacturers’ recommendations shall be followed to prepare and apply material.

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8.6.3 Reinforcement for cementitious fire protection material shall be 2x2x0.109 (#12 BWG) inches,
galvanized welded wire fabric. The fabric shall be fastened in place about 1–1/4 inch from the vessel
surface. It shall be securely anchored to fasteners welded to the vessel surface on 16x16 inch
centers.
8.6.4 Anchors of 3/8-inch diameter rods in the form of rings to pass over nozzles and manhole necks shall
be provided for anchoring the wire fabric at these points.
8.6.5 The fire protection material, as applied, shall be allowed to dry for a minimum length of time
recommended by the manufacturer. In the case of Thermal Ceramics “Kaolite 20–S” this period is
one week.
8.6.6 After the fire protection material has been allowed to dry as prescribed by the manufacturer, a
weatherproofing topcoat shall be applied over the external surface. The weatherproofing shall
comply with manufacturer’s recommendations. If a fireproofing mastic is used it shall be reinforced
with wire mesh and shall be 1/8 inch thick (dry film) minimum.

9.0 INSPECTION

9.1 Fireproofing shall be inspected by the Owner’s inspector during the initial installation of each type/design
of fireproofing to ensure compliance with this Practice, applicable ACI codes, and/or the manufacturer’s
installation instructions. Written approval of the actual field installation, and installation procedures, shall
be obtained by the contractor from the Owner’s inspector before proceeding with additional work.
9.2 No more than 5% of the fireproofing may be installed prior to obtaining the inspector’s approval, unless
otherwise approved by Owner.
9.3 The surface preparation and priming/coating of all steel shall be inspected by a NACE certified inspector
prior to the application of any fireproofing.
9.4 Acceptance for thickness will be based on random measurements of the lining. Exposed mesh
reinforcement is not acceptable. It is important that the measurements correspond to the dry material
thickness.
9.5 Materials and workmanship not in accordance with this Practice, the approved installation procedures,
any drawings, and contract documents shall be corrected at the expense of the contractor.
9.6 All anchors shall be inspected to ensure they are the correct material, height, and spaced properly.
Hammer test studs to insure they are welded correctly. A minimum of 5% of the studs shall be checked.

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10.0 TABLES

TABLE 1
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR FIREPROOFING PER EP 11–2–1

Item Description Format As–Built

1 Items to be fireproofed and extent of fireproofing. See EP 2-5-2 Yes

2 Type and thickness of fireproofing material. See EP 2–5–2 Yes

3 Whether top coating of fireproofing is required, and See EP 2–5–2 Yes

specifications for the same.

4 Support clips required for fireproofing, furnished or to See EP 2–5–2 Yes

be installed.

5 Materials and welding procedures, as applicable. See EP 2–5–2 Yes

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11.0 FIGURES

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG 3/4 In. Chamfer
(Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In.

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

FIGURE 1
BEAMS OR COLUMNS SMALLER THAN 12 INCHES

Seal With
Caulking
Compound

Continuous 3/8 In. Dia. Bar Spacer Bar 3/4 x 3/4 x 1 In. Lg.
At 2 Ft. Centers

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In. #14 BWG

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3 In. Chamfer (Typ.) 3/4 In. 2 In. Min. (Typ.)

FIGURE 2
PIPE SUPPORT BEAMS SMALLER THAN 12 INCHES3

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Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG 3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In.
Continuous 3/8 In. Dia. Bar

Nelson Bent Weld Stud

3/8 In. x (Specify Length)
On 2 Ft. Centers

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

FIGURE 3A
BEAMS OR COLUMNS 12 INCHES OR GREATER

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Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG 3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In.

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

FIGURE 3B
BEAMS OR COLUMNS 12 INCHES OR GREATER

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FIGURE 4
CHANNELS

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG 3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3/4 In.

FIGURE 5
TWO ANGLES BACK TO BACK OR TEE

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FIGURE 6
ANGLES

Steel Beam Chamfer

& Caulk

Contour
1 Ft. Design

Ledge

45°
Box Beam

FIGURE 7
“BOXED” TO “CONTOURED” TRANSITION ON COLUMNS

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Handrail Spacer Bar 3/4 x 3/4 x 1 In. Lg.

Post At 2 Ft. Centers
Toe
Continuous 3/8 In. Dia. Bar
Plate

Seal Chamfer With Elastic

Caulking Compound

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.) #14 BWG
2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3/4 In.

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

FIGURE 8
BEAMS SMALLER THAN 12 INCHES - AT PLATFORMS

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Handrail Post

Toe Nelson Bent Weld Stud

Plate 3/8 In. x (Specify Length)
On 2 Ft. Centers

Seal Chamfer With Elastic

Caulking Compound

Wire Fabric
3/4 In. 2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG
3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)
2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer(Typ.) 2 In. Min. (Typ.)

FIGURE 9
CHANNELS AT PLATFORMS1

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Handrail Post
Spacer Bar 3/4 x 3/4 x 1 In. Lg.
At 2 Ft. Centers
Toe
Plate Continuous 3/8 In. Dia. Bar

Seal Chamfer With Elastic

Caulking Compound

Nelson Bent Weld Stud

3/8 In. x (Specify Length)
On 2 Ft. Centers

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.) #14 BWG
2 In. Min. (Typ.)

2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3/4 In.
3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

FIGURE 10A
BEAMS SMALLER THAN 12 INCHES - AT PLATFORMS

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Handrail
Post
Toe
Plate

Seal Chamfer With Elastic

Caulking Compound

3/4 In.

Wire Fabric
2 In. x 2 In.
#14 BWG
3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)
2 In. Min. (Typ.)
2 In. Min. (Typ.)

3/4 In. Chamfer (Typ.)

FIGURE 10B
BEAMS 12 INCHES AND LARGER - AT PLATFORMS

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All Seams And 1/4 In. Plate

Joints Shall Covering
Be Welded Columns
1/4 In. MIn.
Thick Steel

Plans

1/4 In. Plate

Covering
1/4 In. Min. Columns
Thick Steel
Chamfer &
Caulk
45° 1 In.
Max.
1 In.
Max.

Elevations

FIGURE 11
TYPICAL METHOD OF FLASHING
COLUMN AT TOP OF FIREPROOFING

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Lath Studs Pencil Rods Crimped Rods

Bend After Fabric Is In

Line Slot, Head Of Stud
1-1/4 In.
To Be Bent Over
1-1/4 In. 1-1/4 In.
With Hammer

Structural 3/8 x 1/8 x 2 In.

Member Nelson Stud 1-1/4 In. 1-1/4 In.

Lath Stud

2 Ft.
2 Ft. Max 2 Ft. Max
Spacing Spacing

1 Ft.

Pencil Crimped
Rod Rod

2 Ft.

Support
Bar

FIGURE 12
ACCEPTABLE METHODS OF SUPPORTING
WIRE FABRIC AT CORNERS

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Insulation

Continuous Weld

Steel Flashing
1/4 In. Thick

Support Leg

1 Ft. Insulation

Top Of
Fireproofing

Fireproofing
See Other
Figures

FIGURE 13
SUPPORT LEG FIREPROOFING

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Steel
Flashing
1/4 In. Thick

Angle Leg Wide Flange Leg

Continuous Weld
Steel Flashing 1/4 In. Thick

2 In.

Support Leg

Fireproofing
See Other
Figures

FIGURE 14
SUPPORT LEG FIREPROOFING

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Fireproofing Thickness
Insulation Thickness
Tangent Line Tangent Line

Seal Seal

3 In. To 6 In. Note 5 3 In. To 6 In. Note 6

3 In. Note 6 3 In.

Note 4

3 In.
16 In. Max. 16 In. Max.

16 In. Max. 16 In. Max.

Note 2 Note 7 Note 2 Note 7
4 In. Min. 4 In. Min.
6 In. Max. 6 In. Max.

4 In. 4 In.

Uninsulated Vessel Insulated Vessel

NOTES:
1. Clip material: carbon steel
2. Inside clips are not required for vessels less than 3 feet in diameter. Vessel vendor to furnish and install clips as specified on vessel
drawing.
3. Horizontal and vertical spacing of clips to be 16 inches maximum, in a diamond pattern, thus suitably adjusted for circumference and
height of skirt.
4. Do not install fireproofing clips above bottom insulation rings.
5. 3/16 X 3 inch carbon steel continuous ring.
6. Insulation support rings (see vessel drawing).
[Link] studs, 3/8 X 1/8 X 2 inch, or equal. After fabric is in slot, head of stud to be bent over with hammer.

FIGURE 15
FIREPROOFING CLIPS

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Insulation

Skirt

Caulk Around
All Sleeves Insulation Support
Ring (By Vessel
Skirt Sleeves Fab.)
By Vessel
Fabricator
2 In. Min.
2 In. Min.
Wire Fabric For Vessel
2 In. x 2 In. I.D. > 4 Ft.
#14 BWG
3/4 In.
2 In. 30°
2 In.

2 In. 2 In.

FIGURE 16
SKIRT FIREPROOFING

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