International Barrier Technology Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets proprietary fire resistant technology including building materials branded as LP® FlameBlock™ Fire-Rated OSB and FR Deck Panel. Barrier's award-winning family of structural wood panels use a patented, non-toxic, non-combustible coating with an extraordinary capability: it releases water in the heat of fire. Pyrotite™ has potential applications to engineered wood products, paint, plastics, and expanded polystyrene.
Barrier's panels exceed "model" building code requirements in every targeted fire test and application, and are unique in combining properties that increase panel strength and minimize environmental and human impact. Barrier's family of products provide customers a premium material choice meeting an increasingly challenging combination of requirements in residential and commercial building construction.
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