How High Design & Building Codes Can Co-Exist
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Fire Barrier vs. Fire PartitionTHURSDAY, MAR 12, 2015The term barrier and partition are frequently thrown around to describe passive smoke and fire management systems. However, when it comes to building codes, the IBC is actually quite particular.… -
The Advantages of Deployable Fire PartitionsMONDAY, MAR 09, 2015Flexible fire and smoke partitions provide many advantages over a stand-alone, complex, smoke exhaust system. Not only do deployable fire partitions provide effective protection around elevators as well as integrated…
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Smoke Guard Provides Options for Navigating CornersTUESDAY, FEB 17, 2015Did you know that Smoke Guard has a fire partition that can form a full enclosure or navigate a corner? The Model 4000 is a fire-rated curtain assembly that deploys…
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Navigating Building Codes: Corridor ContinuityMONDAY, FEB 09, 2015When it comes to determining the fire safety requirements for your building, the International Building Codes can be confusing. Luckily, the experienced team at Smoke Guard is here to help!… -
Fire Protection in Aircraft Hangars: Group I vs. Group IIFRIDAY, JAN 30, 2015Aircraft hangars pose a unique challenge when it comes to fire protection. Depending on the size of the hangar and the materials used to build the structure, hangars are categorized…