During multiple rounds of extensive testing, CONTRAFLAM® One has proven its ability to meet and even exceed the exceptional performance of Vetrotech’s original CONTRAFLAM product line, while offering enhanced qualities and sustainability features.
These programs enable specialization within unique sectors of the industry, which empowers the Quito Fire Department and its team members to thrive. Over the past 10+ years, it stands as one of the most trusted fire departments in Ecuador, using its knowledge to train fire departments around the country.
Owens Corning highlighted its building science knowledge and expertise during the American Institute of Architects A’22 Conference on Architecture, June 23-24 in Chicago.
The National Fire Protection Association launched a new Fire Prevention Program Manager Online Training Series to help the building industry understand and adopt the strategies defined in NFPA 241, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations, which calls for a fire prevention program and a designated manager to enforce safety onsite.
This code implies that all roof materials that pass the testing provided in the ASTM E 108 fire testing under the light category are identified as Class C roof assemblies.
This code implies that all roof materials that pass the testing provided in the ASTM E 108 fire testing under the moderate category are identified as Class B roof assemblies
Dow’s new self-guided wall assessment engine helps compare above grade wall strategies for building materials and design methods to meet the applicable Canadian building codes.
ASTM International’s committee on performance of buildings is creating a standard that will help determine qualifications of people who want to serve as inspectors of certain fire resistive materials.
