How High Design & Building Codes Can Co-Exist
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Fire and Smoke Control in High-Rise Apartment ComplexesWEDNESDAY, OCT 16, 2019Source According to the U.S. Fire Administration, between 2013 to 2015 an estimated 109,700 multifamily residential building fires were reported to fire departments within the United States each year. These… -
6 Common Places Fires in Buildings BeginWEDNESDAY, SEP 25, 2019Office space fires can be catastrophic. Even if they occur when no occupants are in the building, a fire can cause significant damage to equipment, workspaces and the building’s structure,… -
Including a Fire Suppression System in Building DesignTHURSDAY, SEP 19, 2019Source Fire suppression systems are required for all commercial buildings and some new residential buildings, as well. While it is possible to retrofit a building to include a suppression system… -
Protecting Your Residential Building From Excessive Smoke DamageWEDNESDAY, AUG 28, 2019As a building owner, you know the great impact a fire can have on your property. Even the smallest fires can leave lasting (and sometimes irreparable) damage. Once the flames… -
Understanding the Differences Between Active vs. Passive Fire Protection SystemsTHURSDAY, AUG 15, 2019Building fires can be a catastrophic incidence from which a business never recovers. According to national estimates, non-residential fires cost business and building owners more than $2 billion in damages…