When designing steel frame structures that can withstand the effects of fire, it is important that structural engineer consider a number of factors and recommend products that will perform adequately in the expected building environment. Simply quoting an hourly rate and leaving it to the contractor to adopt the least expensive solution is irresponsible and can result in unsafe materials being used. When inspecting the application of the fireproofing on site the engineer needs to be aware of the limitations of the applied materials. It is important to remember that fireproofing materials are tested in controlled laboratory environments which may not compare to a real site.
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