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Tips for designing with fire rated glass - AIA/CES course

Tips for designing with fire rated glass - AIA/CES course

This BD+C University class is worth 1.0 AIA LU/HSW.


By BD+C Staff | April 30, 2013
For a recent renovation of a stairwell and exit corridors at Ridgewood High Scho
For a recent renovation of a stairwell and exit corridors at Ridgewood High School in Norridge, Ill., the design team specified

SAFTI FIRST and Kate Steel of Steel Consulting Services team to offer tips and advice for choosing the correct code-compliant glazing product for every fire-rated application. In this class, they demonstrate how to: 

  • Distinguish between fire protective and fire resistive glass and glazing systems
  • Interpret IBC code and fire test requirements
  • Recognize fire rating listing limitations
  • Determine the best product value for your budget

 

TAKE THIS FREE AIA/CES COURSE AT BD+C UNIVERSITY

 

"Designing with Fire Rated Glass" is also available as live webinar or broadcasted at your location, delivered by Kate Steel. For over 15 years, Kate has been actively participating in code development committees responsible for promulgating fire and safety glazing provisions in the IBC. She has successfully trained architects, specifiers and code enforcers on the correct and code approved use of fire rated glazing and framing products. To schedule a hosted webinar or a live presentation, please contact dianas@safti.com.

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