Fire Protection
Laboratory Safety and Air Quality
Regardless of the type of laboratory, safety and air quality are paramount concerns. Laboratory environments must be designed to address concerns like chemical contamination, proper air ventilation and a specific level of sterility. It is imperative to have the proper ventilation control and air quality system in place. One key system is the lab exhaust. A perfect example of why air quality is so critical involves an American fertility center. To control the newly designed in vitro fertilization laboratory,...
Read MoreThe Essential Guide to PFP
PFP is one of the primary components of any fire safety strategy. To keep people safe and to reduce fire and smoke damage, PFP plays a critical role. This protection comes in different forms, including: Limited Spread — Because fire, heat, and smoke are contained in a single compartment within the area of origin, the spread is limited. Escape Time — Escape routes are protected, thereby providing occupants with maximum escape time. Full Protection — Both the building structure and...
Read MorePassive vs. Active Fire Protection
It is common for people to confuse the terms active fire protection and passive fire protection. Although these are different concepts, they are intended to complement one another when used properly. This is why it is important to learn the differences between them. With passive fire protection, it is difficult for a fire to start and spread within a building. Included in the design are fire walls and doors, along with fire retardant materials that are critical in preventing a...
Read MoreHow to Achieve 4-Hour Fire Rated Protection
Fire protection is an integral part of any building's safety protocol. Achieving a 4-hour fire rating ensures that your structure can withstand a fire for up to four hours, providing ample time for the occupants to escape and for emergency personnel to extinguish the fire. In this blog post, we're going to take an in-depth look at the process of achieving a 4-hour fire rated protection. While many buildings have a 1- or 2-hour fire rating, 4-hour fire rated protection...
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