As early as 1897 the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) has been addressing fire life and safety concerns. Currently, NFPA 80 is the standard for fire doors and other opening protectives. Chapter 16 of NFPA 80 is designated for access doors in both horizontal and vertical applications in fire-rated walls, floors, and floor-ceiling or roof-ceiling assemblies (NFPA, 2019, pg. 36). This article addresses common uses, styles and specification tips for fire-rated floor doors and access doors. Continue reading
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5 Access Panels for Plumbers
Whether a franchise or independent owner-operated business, plumbers come in all different shapes and sizes. So too do Access Panels. Not just any access panel will work in all situations. Access panels are designed Continue reading
