Burning Issues: Understanding Today's Fire-Rated Glass and Framing
This course is no longer active
Sponsored by Technical Glass Products
Learning Objectives:
- %ILearn what questions to ask to ensure that the proper product is specified and installed
- %IGain a better understanding of fire-rated glazing materials, their distinguishing characteristics and their role in fire protection
- %IHave the know-how to make sound and informed decisions regarding fire-rated glazing
- %IReceive current information on how the latest product category developments impact design
- %IExplore new trends in fire-rated glazing and learn about innovative design options
Credits:
1 AIA LU/HSW
This course consists of a video plus two articles in a PDF format and offers an in-depth look at fire-rated glazing materials and their role in fire protection. The course qualifies for 1 HSW (health, safety, welfare) continuing education credit from the American Institute of Architects.
Topics will include:
- New trends in fire-rated glazing materials
- Project assessment: What to look for when specifying fire-rated glass
- Liability issues: How to protect yourself from costly mistakes
- Recent code changes and how they impact design
- The relationship between sprinklers and fire-rated glazing
- How to meet codes without compromising aesthetics
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Technical Glass Products (TGP), a division of Allegion, is the leader in fire-rated glass and frames, offering the FireLite® family of ceramic glazing, Pilkington Pyrostop® transparent wall panels, Fireframes® fire-rated framing and TGProtect® multifunctional glazing assemblies. |
Originally published in November 2010
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