NFPA 285- Test for exterior facades 

If you have a building in your community with an exterior face of aluminum panels...

T-ratings 

If you have been following this blog for a while you are likely familiar with...

Firestop Movement New Test Criteria 

Have you ever wondered if building movement may impact a firestop installation's ability to perform?...

Patching 1 Hour Rated Wall: Your Complete Guide

Today’s Topic- How do you properly patch a one hour rated wall?  Hi everyone. I...

Shaft wall firestop made easy

If you have been watching this video series you may have a new insight on...

How to Properly Patch a Two Hour Rated Wall

Welcome back. We are still hunkered down in the Halpert Home and still talking about...

Firestop Special Inspection Requirements – Reducing Confusion

Firestop Special Inspection Requirements represent a relatively new requirement in our building codes. This three-part...

Firestop at Head of Wall Joints 

Firestop at head of wall joints is crucial in construction, and this video offers a...

Firestop Special Inspection- Building Officials Responsibility 

If you are an AHJ- Authority Having Jurisdiction; a building official or fire marshal, this...

Firestop Special Inspection- Architects Responsibility 

Architects will find this final video in our three-part series invaluable. It explains the requirements...