Location: 600 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
Products: CAFCO 300 HS / ISOLATEK Type 300 HS, CAFCO 400 / ISOLATEK Type 400, CAFCO FENDOLITE M-II / ISOLATEK Type M-II, CAFCO SPRAYFILM WB 4 / ISOLATEK Type WB 4, CAFCO SPRAYFILM WB 5 / ISOLATEK Type WB 5
The Phillip and Susan Ragon Building, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a cutting-edge biomedical research facility that aims to foster collaboration and scientific breakthroughs. As part of its construction, the building incorporated fireproofing measures using ISOLATEK INTERNATIONAL, a leading fireproofing solution. Fire safety is critical in any building, especially research facilities that house valuable equipment, sensitive data, and personnel. Fire incidents can lead to catastrophic consequences, including loss of life, destruction of property, and disruption of critical research operations. Therefore, implementing effective fireproofing measures is essential to ensure the safety of occupants and safeguard valuable assets. For the fireproofing needs of the Ragon Building, the project team carefully evaluated various fireproofing solutions and ultimately selected CAFCO due to its proven performance, durability, and reputation in the industry. CAFCO fireproofing offers excellent thermal insulation properties, protects structural integrity, and mitigates the spread of fire, providing valuable time for evacuation and firefighting efforts. Protecting the Ragon Building steel is ISOLATEK International’s CAFCO 300 HS Spray-Applied Fireproofing Material (SFRM), CAFCO 400 SFRM, CAFCO FENDOLITE M-II SFRM, CAFCO SPRAYFILM WB 4 Intumescent Fireproofing Material (IFRM), and CAFCO SPRAYFILM WB 5 IFRM applied by recognized applicator RicMor Construction, Inc.
CAFCO fireproofing provides high fire resistance to structural components, including steel beams, columns, and concrete elements. Ensuring that critical support systems remain intact during a fire, increasing the building’s overall fire safety. CAFCO fireproofing is designed to withstand harsh conditions, including temperature fluctuations, humidity, and mechanical stress. Its long-lasting performance minimizes maintenance requirements, ensuring the fireproofing remains effective over the building’s lifespan. CAFCO fireproofing can be applied to various architectural elements without compromising the building’s aesthetics or functionality. CAFCO fireproofing is efficiently installed, allowing for accelerated construction timelines. Its ease of application and quick drying properties help expedite construction, reducing project delays and associated costs. CAFCO fireproofing solutions meet rigorous fire protection standards and building codes. By utilizing CAFCO, the Ragon Building adheres to local regulations, ensuring the facility’s compliance with fire safety requirements. The utilization of CAFCO enhanced the building’s fire resistance and provided durability, compatibility with the architectural design, efficiency, and compliance with safety standards. With CAFCO fireproofing, the Ragon Building ensures the protection of valuable assets, the safety of occupants, and the uninterrupted pursuit of ground breaking biomedical research.
About Isolatek International
Isolatek International is the world leader in passive fire protection technology, developing, manufacturing, and delivering fire resistive solutions that protect structures and ultimately save lives. Its spray-applied fire-resistive materials, intumescent spray-applied fire resistive materials, rigid board, primer-sealers, and topcoats are rigorously tested and certified by world renowned authorities and agencies. Isolatek products are used globally and specified by architects, engineers, and embraced by general contractors for projects within the commercial, petrochemical and tunnel industries. ISOLATEK INTERNATIONAL provides passive fireproofing materials under the CAFCO® and FENDOLITE® trademark throughout the Americas and under the ISOLATEK® trademark throughout the world.
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Contact:
Katelyn Wood, Marketing Specialist
Isolatek International
+1.973.347.1200