How High Design & Building Codes Can Co-Exist
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Alternatives to Enclosed Elevator Lobbies: Part 2THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2014According to FEMA, asphyxiation from smoke is the leading cause of fire death, exceeding burns by a three-to-one ratio. Due to those kinds of realities, building must be designed to… -
Alternatives to Enclosed Elevator Lobbies: Part 1TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2014In multi-story buildings, elevator shafts can act like chimneys as they enable large amounts of air to move from floor to floor. Just as they enable the movement of air,…
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The Advantages of Deployable Curtain SystemsMONDAY, MAY 26, 2014Deployable smoke and fire containment curtains have been used for quite some time to effectively protect elevators. However, their integration into atrium design is relatively new. Flexible fire and smoke…
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Smoke Containment vs. Smoke ManagementSUNDAY, MAY 25, 2014Smoke management systems are referred to as either passive or active. Active smoke management systems typically utilize smoke exhaust or evacuation systems. These systems utilize mechanical equipment to control the…
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Atrium Solutions – What Are Your Options?SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2014As far as modern design goes, expanding the amount of natural light in a building by opening up the atrium continues to be very popular. Not only can an atrium…