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Is the Building Code in the Public Domain?
Sep 20, 2019
As buildings become more complex and codes evolve to keep up, new online databases of codes have been gaining attention.
Preparing Your Business for the Next Hurricane Dorian
Sep 13, 2019
Learn about the first step your business should take to prepare for natural disasters.
How Do You Combat Alkali-Silica Reaction in Concrete?
Sep 10, 2019
Learn how alkali-silica reaction (ASR) poses a threat to infrastructure across North America.
How Are Pressure Reducing Valves Affecting Your High-Rise Fire Safety?
Sep 6, 2019
Regularly inspecting, maintaining and testing PRVs in high-rise buildings ensure compliance and safety.
How Do Smart Home Devices Turn into Potential Fire Hazards?
Aug 29, 2019
Smart home devices are convenient but are we overlooking the potential risks of ignitions?
PREVENTING SURGICAL FIRES WITH A SURGICAL/OR FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT
Aug 8, 2019
Surgical fires can have devastating consequences for patients, staff, and the reputation of the healthcare facility.
Does PVC Pipe Shape Create a Safety Hazard?
Aug 2, 2019
The shape of a PVC pipe may lead to failure— at a low probability—during installation.
Addressing Safety Concerns at Energy Storage Systems using Lithium-Ion Technology
Jul 23, 2019
Recent fires at energy storage facilities raised lithium ion battery storage safety concerns impacting future regulation.
A Tale of Two Cathedrals-Fire Protection in Historic Buildings
Jul 18, 2019
Two cathedrals in major cities were renovated and their fire protection measures had a dramatic impact on their outcome.
Are You Testing your Reactive Chemistry for Emergency Relief System Design?
Jul 12, 2019
There are many elements in an emergency relief system design, but a key feature is adiabatic reaction calorimetry testing.
Are You Managing Your Hazardous Materials Risk?
Jul 8, 2019
The task of documenting and verifying the hazardous material inventory can be a daunting task for your design team.
Are Hot Particles Common Culprits of Wildland Fires?
Jul 2, 2019
Hot metal particles are increasingly being blamed as possible ignition sources for wildland fires.