Isolatek International
Isolatek International manufactures passive fire resistive materials — including spray-applied SFRMs, intumescent coatings, rigid boards, and cellulose insulation — for structural steel protection in commercial, petrochemical, tunnel, and data center construction, selling through specification-driven enterprise field sales globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1875
- HeadquartersStanhope, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Isolatek International firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Isolatek International
- Legal name
- Isolatek International
- Website
- https://isolatek.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1875
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Isolatek International manufactures passive fire resistive materials — including spray-applied SFRMs, intumescent coatings, rigid boards, and cellulose insulation — for structural steel protection in commercial, petrochemical, tunnel, and data center construction, selling through specification-driven enterprise field sales globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Isolatek International industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Fire Protection Building Materials
- SIC
- Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Fireproofing & Intumescent Coatings (IMAIAKAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Fire-Resistant & Intumescent Coatings (IMADAKAL), Exterior Coatings & Surface Protection (Anti-corrosion, Fireproofing, Protective/Reflective Coatings) (IMAFAMAJ)
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Where Isolatek International is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Stanhope
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices7 records
Markets served
Isolatek International business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Fireproofing Materials and System Components: Isolatek generates revenue primarily through the sale of passive fire resistive materials including spray-applied fireproofing, intumescent coatings, rigid board systems, and associated system components. Products are sold as materials for application to structural steel in commercial, industrial, and petrochemical construction projects.
- Licensed Manufacturing Agreements: International revenue is generated through relationships with licensed manufacturers and distributors in key global locations including India, Taiwan, and Italy, enabling worldwide reach and localized service.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Isolatek International product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Isolatek International manufactures passive fire resistive materials (PFRM) for structural steel protection in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction. The product portfolio includes spray-applied fire resistive materials (SFRM), intumescent coatings, rigid board systems, and thermal/acoustical insulation. Products are specified by architects and engineers for projects including high-rise buildings, petrochemical facilities, LNG terminals, and tunnels, and are applied by trained contractors under technical guidance from Isolatek's regional sales organization.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- CAFCO BLAZE-SHIELD II / ISOLATEK Type II Spray-Applied Fireproofing Spray-applied fireproofing for structural steel in commercial and standard density applications; UL classified for fire resistance ratings up to 4 hours.
- CAFCO 300 / ISOLATEK Type 300 Spray-Applied Fireproofing Commercial/standard density spray-applied fire resistive material carrying UL classification, Factory Mutual approval, and Certifire certification for commercial building fireproofing.
- CAFCO FENDOLITE M-II / ISOLATEK Type M-II High-Density SFRM High-density wet mix cementitious SFRM providing superior thermal performance and durability for petrochemical, offshore, and high-hazard industrial facilities.
- FireSolve SB Intumescent Coating Solvent-based intumescent fireproofing coating with industry-lowest VOC content and superior thermal performance using less material than competing products; intended for exposed structural steel aesthetics and industrial applications.
- CAFCO SprayFilm WB 5 / ISOLATEK Type WB 5 Intumescent Coating Water-based zero VOC intumescent fireproofing coating designed for exposed structural steel aesthetics in commercial interiors; achieves required fire ratings using less material than other intumescent coatings.
- CAFCO CELLU-SHIELD Thermal/Acoustical Insulation Spray-applied cellulose insulation providing thermal and acoustical treatment with aesthetic finishes for interior building applications.
- CAFCO-BOARD / ISOLATEK Type CB Rigid Board Fireproofing Rigid board fireproofing system for structural steel protection, attachable using the patented CAFCLIP mechanical fastening system for installation independent of substrate condition or construction sequencing.
- Petrochemical Passive Fire Protection Systems (FENDOLITE Series) Passive fire protection systems (light weight cementitious SFRMs and accessories) for petrochemical facilities, refineries, LNG terminals, offshore platforms, hydrocarbon processing plants, and nuclear/power plants; withstands hydrocarbon fires (UL 1709), jet fires, gas explosions, and cryogenic exposure.
- Tunnel Passive Fire Protection Systems Passive fire protection systems designed for tunnel environments to prevent longitudinal fire spread and meet tunnel-specific fire test protocols.
- Albi DriClad Rigid Board Fireproofing Mineral fiber rigid board fireproofing with new UL Designs for columns, beams, and roof decks; supports faster installation via precut noggins and expanded inventory locations.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 4-hour fire resistance ratings certified by Underwriters Laboratories
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Isolatek International
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Isolatek International technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Isolatek International partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- NewkemcoreLicensed manufacturer based in Mumbai, India, enabling Isolatek to serve Indian and regional South Asian markets with locally produced fireproofing products.
- Berlin Co. (Taiwan)coreLicensed manufacturer in Taiwan providing fireproofing products and support to customers throughout Taiwan and regional markets.
- Perlite ItalianacoreLicensed manufacturer providing fireproofing products to European markets, extending Isolatek's global reach and localized service capabilities.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Isolatek International competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- 3M: Diversified industrial conglomerate with structural fire protection and intumescent coating offerings (3M Fire Barrier, Damptyt etc.) reaching specifiers through broader industrial and construction channels overlapping with Isolatek.
- Hempel: Danish global coatings supplier with intumescent and passive fire protection products (Hempafire range) competing in hydrocarbon and offshore fireproofing markets where Isolatek's FENDOLITE products are specified.
- Jotun: Norwegian coatings company with significant intumescent and hydrocarbon fire protection offerings, particularly strong in offshore, marine, and Middle East markets — overlapping Isolatek's petrochemical/industrial vertical.
- AkzoNobel (International Paint): Global coatings major with intumescent fire protection products under the International and Chartek brands, particularly strong in offshore and petrochemical fire protection — direct overlap with Isolatek's FENDOLITE M-II hydrocarbon franchise.
- Sherwin-Williams: Largest US coatings company with fire-resistive and intumescent products sold through its architectural and industrial channels; competes with Isolatek in commercial intumescent specifications via scale and specification relationships.
- PPG Industries: Global coatings major with a structural fire protection product line (PPG Steelguard intumescent coatings) leveraging broad architectural specification coverage; competes with Isolatek's intumescent products in commercial construction channels.
Direct peers
- Nullifire: Specialty intumescent coatings brand (part of CPG UK/Nullifire/Tremco construction chemicals) focused on thin-film intumescent fire protection for steel; a direct competitor to Isolatek's SprayFilm intumescent portfolio in commercial and architectural steel applications.
- Carboline: St. Louis-based specialty coatings and passive fireproofing manufacturer with spray-applied cementitious SFRMs, intumescent coatings, and rigid board systems; the closest head-to-head competitor to Isolatek across commercial, industrial, and tunnel verticals.
- Promat (Etex Group): Etex-owned passive fire protection specialist offering spray-applied, intumescent, and rigid board fireproofing systems globally; competes directly with Isolatek in commercial, tunnel, and petrochemical segments with overlapping brand portfolios.
- Rolf Kuhn GmbH: German specialty manufacturer of passive fire protection products including intumescent coatings and fire-rated boards; a European direct peer to Isolatek in commercial and industrial fireproofing.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Isolatek International leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Isolatek International funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Isolatek International M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Isolatek International
What does Isolatek International do?
Isolatek International manufactures passive fire resistive materials (PFRM) for structural steel protection in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction. The product portfolio includes spray-applied fire resistive materials (SFRM), intumescent coatings, rigid board systems, and thermal/acoustical insulation. Products are specified by architects and engineers for projects including high-rise buildings, petrochemical facilities, LNG terminals, and tunnels, and are applied by trained contractors under technical guidance from Isolatek's regional sales organization.
Is Isolatek International a public or private company?
Isolatek International is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Isolatek International founded?
Isolatek International was founded in 1875. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Isolatek International based?
Isolatek International is headquartered in Stanhope, United States, in the North America region.
How does Isolatek International make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Fireproofing Materials and System Components are the primary driver. The others are licensed Manufacturing Agreements.
Who are Isolatek International's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are 3M, Hempel, Jotun, AkzoNobel (International Paint), Sherwin-Williams and PPG Industries. Direct peers are Nullifire, Carboline, Promat (Etex Group) and Rolf Kuhn GmbH.
Does Isolatek International have an API?
No public API is recorded for Isolatek International.
What industry is Isolatek International in?
Isolatek International's product category is Fire Protection Building Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAIAKAH, Fireproofing & Intumescent Coatings, with a secondary code of IMADAKAL, Fire-Resistant & Intumescent Coatings. Its SIC code is 3270.