How do I determine the thickness needed for my steel beam?

First, use `get_section_factor` to find the geometric vulnerability of your beam. Then, pass that value into `calculate_protection_thickness` along with your required fire rating and exposure type.

Can I calculate how much intumescent paint I need to buy?

Yes. After calculating the required thickness, use `calculate_intumescent_specs` to find the dry film thickness, and then use `estimate_material_consumption` to get the total volume in litres.

What is a section factor?

The section factor is a dimensionless value representing how quickly a specific steel shape will heat up during a fire based on its surface area relative to its mass.

Steel Fire Protection Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate required steel protection thickness and material consumption for fire safety.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized engineering tools to ensure structural steel integrity during fire events. It allows users to determine the necessary insulation thickness using get_section_factor and calculate_protection_thickness. Additionally, it supports intumescent coating planning via calculate_intumescent_specs and project procurement estimation through estimate_material_consumption.

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Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_eq5lsBtWx5Of3OhoUF6HzvZczmtZw3HnHkHbdymt/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http steel-fire-protection-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_eq5lsBtWx5Of3OhoUF6HzvZczmtZw3HnHkHbdymt/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "steel-fire-protection-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_eq5lsBtWx5Of3OhoUF6HzvZczmtZw3HnHkHbdymt/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Tools: 4
Grade: A+
Score: 100/100
Updated: Oct 1, 2026

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