Roof Hatches Simplified
Safety, convenience, codes, and fire ratings
Sponsored by The BILCO Company | By Kathy Price-Robinson
For more than 90 years, The BILCO Company has been a building industry pioneer in the design and development of specialty access products for both commercial and residential projects. The ISO 9001-certified company is a wholly owned subsidiary of AmesburyTruth, a division of Tyman PLC. BILCO.com.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in August 2024
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Explain the function and benefits of roof hatches for commercial buildings and their safety requirements.
- Describe the different styles of roof hatches and common applications.
- Discuss how building codes and standards impact the specification of roof hatches, especially regarding fire protection and safety.
- Identify key features of modern roof hatches that can impact the energy efficiency of a building. Learn about the future and growing trends for roof hatch products.
