Fire-rated Expansion Joints
Employing Best Practices + Avoiding Field Problems
Sponsored by Inpro | Presented by Ben Stys
Live Webinar Airing on October 6, 2026 at 02:00 PM ET
This AIA program dives deep into the topic of life safety systems that live within the movement joints of the building. We will review linear fire barrier types available in the industry, code standards, testing parameters, installation concerns, and a few details that are commonly overlooked. The goal is to limit your firm’s liability exposure through accurately specifying and communicating product requirements to ensure life safety of your building and its occupants are airtight.
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Ben Stys is the Product Manager for Inpro’s Expansion Joint Systems division. He has over 15 years of experience in engineering and manufacturing expansion joint cover systems and fire barriers. For the first nine years of his career at Inpro, Ben worked in the Estimating Department performing takeoffs for expansion joint systems, which allowed him to gain technical proficiency in expansion control, as well as plan and detail reading. For the last eight years, he has worked in product management and enjoys the challenges that are unique to expansion joints. Ben holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. |
Founded in 1979, Inpro® is a global provider of high-performance, design-forward architectural products for building professionals. Inpro's product categories include door + wall protection, washroom systems, expansion joint systems, cubicle curtain + privacy systems, elevator interiors, architectural signage, and commercial window treatments.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in August 2026
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Obtain a high-level understanding of fire barriers as related to expansion joint systems.
- Review standard industry fire barrier types, ratings, and testing protocols.
- Identify proper barrier detailing of common building conditions.
- Distinguish consistent fire barrier installations from those that leave the building vulnerable.
