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# OUR Blog

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## [Passive Fire Protection material development for harsh fire requirements](https://blog.viposolutions.com/the-polymer-pioneers-blog/passive-fire-protection-material-development-for-harsh-fire-requirements)

 October 2023

As the offshore industry continues to push the limits when it comes to extending the life of assets ...

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## [Fire and corrosion protection for defense applications](https://blog.viposolutions.com/the-polymer-pioneers-blog/fire-and-surface-protection-in-the-defense-industry)

 March 2023

Fire and corrosion remain two of the greatest threats in the defense industry, concerning the safety...

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