Assembly Spaces that Require Automatic Sprinklers
The 2009 International Building Code requires automatic sprinkler systems for a variety of reasons. One of the places that we
Tag: fire
Fire Protection Ponds – Water Storage
Another one of our Jefferson County, Colorado Grading Permit projects is almost finished with construction. This particular client came to
Structural Assessment of Fire Damaged Wood Structures
EVstudio’s forensic engineering services include Structural Assessment of Fire Damaged Wood Structures. We have provided observations and repair recommendations for
Fire Resistance Treatments for Wood
Not all fire resistance treatments for wood are the same. Over the past few months, I have been learning about
Gypsum Association 2009 Fire Resistance Manual
My favorite resource for determining gypsum assemblies for fire protection is the GA Manual. The 2009 manual is now available
Portable Fire Extinguishers in the International Fire Code
The required locations for portable fire extinguishers are listed in the International Fire Code. It specifies both the spaces that
EVstudio Designing a Replacement for a Fire Damaged Home
We picked up a new project today for a client who owns a property in Conifer that caught on fire
Opening Protection and Fire Rating in Garages – Requirements for the Door and Gypsum Board
The International Residential Code specifies how garages must be separated from dwelling units in residential construction. There are rules for
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