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About the IFC:

Our Profile
The International Firestop Council is a not-for-profit association of manufacturers, distributors and installers of passive fire protection materials and systems in North America.

Our Mission
IFC's mission is to promote the technology of fire and smoke containment in modern building construction through research, education and development of safety standards and code provisions.

Our Organization
The IFC is organized by committees who direct the association programs. The IFC is managed by Sean DeCrane, Executive Director.

Our Officers
The current IFC officers for 2007 are:

  • President - Sarah Brewer, Unifrax
  • Vice President - Jim Park, Presealed Systems
  • Treasurer - Philip Zanghi, Grace Construction Products
  • Education Committee Chairperson - John Sinisi, Firestop Inspectors
  • Code Action Committee - Richard Licht, 3M (Retired)

Our Committees
Learn about the IFC by following the links below to see the makeup of the IFC Committees that conduct the association activities, the members who provide support, and how you can become a member and support the firestopping industry.