fire resistive hurricane rated glass

March 22, 2017
Fire resistive glazing systems provide architects, owners and envelope consultants assurance of documented performance
It may look like a regular window, but these advanced fire resistive glazing systems are recognized in the code as transparent walls because of its ability to block smoke, flames and significantly limit the passage of dangerous radiant heat.This month, Architect’s Guide to Glass called exterior applications of fire rated glazing as the “the new...
June 26, 2014
Glazing Offers Peace-of-mind for Hurricane Season
Have Peace of mind for hurricane season with SAFTI FIRST’s products As hurricane season kicks into high gear, it reinforces the importance of balancing the aesthetic and daylight enhancements of glazing with the safety requirements to protect people and structures from hurricane-force winds. After Hurricane Andrew swept through southern Florida in 1992, state officials created...

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