Tag Archives: AIA

Spotlight on the Key Points in Firestopping

Posted on November 21, 2017 by zalepka

Firestop is widely recognized as a problematic issue for owners, specifiers and contractors alike. It is perhaps the most misapplied and misunderstood segment in Life-Safety in modern construction, especially with the constant changes in code. Please join the New Jersey … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Sharpening your Ax – AIA / CES Continuing Education

Posted on January 16, 2015 by zalepka

Recently I have found myself giving more presentations and trainings about the key points in firestopping. Yesterday I received an email after one of my presentations that I had given at an architectural firm which read, “Thank you for the … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on the No Fly Zone

Posted on January 7, 2015 by zalepka

Lately, there has been great concern regarding the number of penetrating items near fire-restrictive construction joints. This presents a problem because penetrating items that pass through joints can inhibit the ability of the joint to allow for movement. Construction joints … Continue reading →

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