How High Design & Building Codes Can Co-Exist
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Alternatives to Elevator PressurizationMONDAY, NOV 17, 2014Elevator shaft pressurization is often proposed as an alternative to enclosed elevator lobbies. Fire curtains and doors have a stigma of being ugly, cumbersome and intrusive on design aesthetics. However,…
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UL 10D: The New Standard for Fire ProtectionFRIDAY, NOV 14, 2014At the beginning of 2014, UL 10D became a new standard for testing fire curtain assemblies. These updated requirements cover the evaluation of protective fire curtain assemblies that provide supplemental,…
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Coming Soon: Horizontal Fire CurtainsWEDNESDAY, OCT 29, 2014We are very excited for the latest addition to our product line of smoke and fire rated curtains. The Model 3000 provides a unique functionality in that is a horizontally…
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Find Your Finish with Smoke GuardTUESDAY, OCT 21, 2014Smoke Guard offers a variety of finishes to fit the décor and design of pretty much any building. Not only do we offer stainless steel and custom colors, but also…
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Why do elevators need smoke protection?WEDNESDAY, OCT 15, 2014Most modern buildings have elevators to aid in the transportation of visitors and tenants to upper floors as well as help disabled persons navigate various floors. While elevators are convenient,…