10th Edition 780 CMR: Key Code Changes for Life Sciences Properties
As the design, construction, and property management community becomes familiar with the new requirements within the 10th Edition of 780 CMR…
Massachusetts State Building Code Update
The 10th Edition of the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR) is finally here.
Fire Blocking vs. Draft Stopping
Definitions and Application Requirements According to the International Building Code
Elevator Lobby: Part 1, Construction Requirements
Everything you ever wanted to know but were scared to ask about elevator lobbies…
Fire Door Inspection
Fire doors are essential safety features in commercial buildings, yet they often go unnoticed until a fire emergency occurs.
Fire and Smoke Damper ITM
Shawn Mahoney, with NPFA, wrote the following blog highlighting the importance of fire, smoke, and combination fire/smoke dampers in preventing the spread of fire and smoke in buildings.