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New Advances in Cementitious Fireproofing: Learn More at AMPP 2025

Join Art MacKinnon, an leading expert in industrial fireproofing, at the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo from April 6-10 in Nashville, TN, as he presents “New Technology in Cementitious Fireproofing.” This presentation will explore innovative solutions to enhance fire protection and sustainability in industries like oil and gas, petrochemicals, and civil construction. Key Highlights from …

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Portland Cement-Based Concrete vs Geopolymer Concrete

Concrete has been the backbone of construction for centuries, with Portland cement-based concrete as the industry standard. However, geopolymer concrete has emerged as a high-performance and low carbon alternative that is sustainable and cost-competitive. In this article, we compare geopolymer concrete and portland concrete. We focus on their composition, environmental impact, curing time, durability, cost, …

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[Fireproofing Case Study] Cost-Effective Fireproofing Solution for an Oil & Gas Company in West Texas

In 2022, Geopolymer Solutions successfully completed a critical fireproofing project for a midstream oil and gas company in West Texas, covering six sites. The project required a durable, cost-effective solution tailored to the unique demands of the oil and gas industry and demanding Texas environment. FP250, an innovative fireproofing material, was selected for its ability …

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[Case Study] Redefining Spray-Applied Fireproofing with Cold Fusion Concrete®

Geopolymer Solutions (GPS), based in Conroe, Texas, collaborated with UL Solutions, a safety certification company, a few years ago to create a certification model for their innovative Cold Fusion Concrete (CFC) FP250, the first geopolymer-based cementitious fireproofing material. Despite being a few years old, this groundbreaking case study remains highly relevant today. The project required …

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