The 8 Essentials of Fire-Rated Glass & Framing
Sponsored by Technical Glass Products (TGP) | Presented by James Wharton
Webinar On-Demand
This course offers an introduction to modern fire-rated glass and framing systems, including a fire-rated glazing primer, a look at product testing, building codes, real-world applications and how multifunctional fire-rated glazing solutions are changing the game.
Photo courtesy of Technical Glass Products
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James Wharton, represents Technical Glass Products (TGP) in New York, New Jersey and all of New England. James has been with TGP for 16 years, and has successfully worked with numerous architects, building owners and subcontractors from development of schematic design through installation. |
Technical Glass Products (TGP), a division of Allegion, is the recognized leader in the fire-rated glass and framing field, offering the FireLite® family of ceramic glazing, Pilkington Pyrostop® transparent wall panels, and Fireframes® fire-rated framing. The company provides AIA-registered continuing education, project consultation, product specifications, CAD drawings, 3D BIM Models and rapid-response quoting.
Originally published in Process Cooling
Originally published in May 2022
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of fire-rated glazing, including product testing standards and the different fire-rated glazing classifications.
- Review current information on the latest fire-rated building codes and how product developments impact design.
- Examine the role of multifunctional fire-rated glass systems and how a system-tested approach ensures the products work together as intended.
- Explore real-world fire-rated glazing solutions, and learn how to solve common design challenges.
