Numerous industries use stainless steel. Although its corrosion resistance somewhat overshadows it, stainless steel’s heat and fire resistance is a major property of this metal.

Fire Safety Ratings and Testings
Fire is one of the most devastating hazards in the world. A small flame can erupt into a larger fire or even an explosion. This furthermore can create havoc and destroy structures and lives. When engineers and architects are in the design phase of a structure, they must pay close attention and choose materials that can prevent, contain and even deter a fire.

There is a long tradition of discussion about the fire resistance of stainless steel. Although there is no official fire “rating” for stainless steel, many fire tests have been done by the Nickel Development Institute and others to compare how different metals perform. The tests compare type 316 stainless steel to aluminum and galvanized steel. In all cases, stainless steel outperformed these other materials even after prolonged exposure to fire and heat creating extreme temperatures.

Since stainless steel cannot catch fire. It will not aid in the propagation of spreading flames in the case of a standard structural conflagration. Stainless steels are also selected for their oxidation resistance at high temperatures and their strength. This resistance depends, mainly, on the amount of chromium in the steel. This stainless steel is the best choice for fire safety and prevention when it comes to construction materials and life-cycle costs.

Therefore, it is very important to do a good job in the flame retardancy of stainless steel materials in related industries.