SAFTI FIRST recently announced that in addition to meeting ASTM E-119/NFPA 251/UL263 with hose stream for up to two hours, the SAFTIfire CW Framing System meets or exceeds performance specifications ...

This podcast explains the rigor building materials must comply with to receive a designation of “fire-rated wall assembly.” EXACOR Wall Sheathing, a new exterior wall sheathing that balances structure ...

Fire-rated cabinets, now manufactured by the three major leaders of extinguisher cabinets, have been met with enthusiastic acceptance throughout the construction community. One such viewpoint ...

In electrical work, installation requirements can be found in a variety of codes such as building, fire/life safety, or energy. Although trade specialists (such as electricians) may be experts in ...

Daylighting, Views and Safety - Understanding and Specifying Fire Rated Glass and Framing by Technical Glass Products meets the standards required by AIA for Health Safety and Welfare designation.

FrameSafe FR, Glidevale Protect’s Class A2, fire rated external wall breather membrane has been installed to at a residential development in Greater Manchester.

Firefighters learn the basics of building construction during their probationary years, because, as we approach a building that’s on fire, knowing the construction type helps us begin to formulate an ...

Access to daylight and views to the outside provide well-documented benefits to occupants in all buildings. But when it comes to school design, these considerations often receive more emphasis as ...