The Basics of Perimeter Fire Containment
Fundamentals of Perimeter Fire Containment: Principles, Practices, and Compliance
Sponsored by Specified Technologies Inc. / STI Firestop | Presented by Aaron Alterman
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This course is designed to eliminate much of the confusion associated with perimeter fire containment systems. An understanding of the role and value of tested perimeter fire barrier systems in today’s ever-changing and complex designs cannot be overstated. By identifying the unique challenges that these systems present in the design phase, you can eliminate costly changes, delays, and compromised life safety requirements prior to construction.
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With over 25 years in construction, Aaron has become a trusted partner for top curtain wall consultants across North America. As STI’s Curtain Wall Support Specialist, he brings expertise in perimeter fire containment systems for all types of construction—including Mass Timber, glazing systems, precast, GFRC, and Steel Stud/EIFS assemblies. From design conception to project closeout, Aaron ensures life safety requirements are met for better project outcomes. Since joining STI in 2015, Aaron has advanced from Territory Manager to Curtain Wall & Facades Specialist and now supports architects, engineers, consultants, and code officials across the continent. |
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For over 35 years, our team has worked hand in hand with the construction industry to create simple solutions to complex firestopping problems. Our Perimeter Fire Containment systems are engineered and tested to deliver powerful performance. Because our system designs are user-driven, they are easier to apply. The result is simply designed, outstanding fire protection systems which often result in lower installed costs. STI products and systems offer innovative firestop solutions for all types of new construction and retrofit applications. Since firestopping is our only business, we concentrate all our resources on providing the highest quality, fully tested, innovative firestopping solutions.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in February 2025
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Recognize the basics of curtain walls and how they perform in a fire.
- Identify IBC and state building codes in North America regarding the requirements for perimeter fire barrier systems and their development.
- Describe the impact of the ASTM E 2307 test standard on actual fire tests and new code requirements.
- Identify the basics of non backpan perimeter fire containment tested system for a successful design.
