Since 1974, Black Rock Fireproof Column has manufactured durable, aesthetically designed prefabricated fireproof columns. Tod ... ay, these columns are in use every day at construction projects throughout the country – saving owners time and money by reducing installation time and providing the following advantages: - Factory fireproofing (in-shop labor eliminates need for field labor to apply other forms of fireproofing) - Consistent quality by our in-shop factory professionals Adding increased durability and ruggedness unavailable with other forms of fireproofing, which drastically reduces long-term maintenance costs - Increased production times - Predictable scheduling as Black Rock Fireproof Columns are delivered to site complete and ready for erection - No additional trades needed besides steel erectors - Added security and confidence of working with an AISC-certified structural fireproof column fabricator Since its beginnings, Black Rock has focused on product reliability. The company knows architects and engineers need complete confidence in the structural products they specify – which is why Black Rock only uses steel, concrete and vermiculite that meet or exceed UL regulations and client specifications. read more