Beam cladding protection is used to protect beams and columns from fire spread. With the use of board and casing systems (such as ceramic and stone wool, fire-resistant plasterboard and calcium silicate board) fire protection is ensured to steel, again by insulating it from fire. The correct associated fixings need to be used whilst installing these systems for different fire resistance periods.
Beam cladding is installed in a dry environment, as inclement weather conditions can adverse the fire protection effect.