Exterior Fire Door Standards

This guide reviews the pertinent language contained in the model codes, the terminology used in the codes and other relevant documents, and the requirements of plans and specifications as: (1) developed by architects, engineers, and systems designers; (2) reviewed by code officials; and (3)...

FOREWORD: This pamphlet is prepared for the purpose of making available in convenient form basic principles and rules of good practice which prevent the creation of fire hazards in the marketing of petroleum products. The marketing of more than 50,000,000 gal. of gasoline daily to millions...

This specification covers the minimum requirements for and the methods of application of gypsum sheathing for use as a substrate for exterior wall cladding. Gypsum sheathing board is a substrate that shall be covered by an exterior cladding or other weather-resistive barrier and is...

1.1 This test method sets forth the requirements and testing procedures to test forced-entry-resistant building components, construction components, and specialty security equipment. This test method is intended primarily for manufacturers to test and rate their windows, doors, modular...

1.1 This test method sets forth the requirements and testing procedures to test forced-entry-resistant building components, construction components, and specialty security equipment. This test method is intended primarily for manufacturers to test and rate their windows, doors, modular...

This Standard sets forth characteristics of effective and durable installation methods, in both new and existing buildings, of fenestration products within the scope of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 that are intended for installation in buildings of all occupancies to which NBC Parts 3, 4, 5, and 6...

This standard sets the performance requirements for exterior wall panel systems that are exposed to natural hazards such as wind, hail, and windborne debris. Exterior wall panel systems include, but are not limited to, wall panels constructed of metal, plastic, mineral wool,...

This specification covers the minimum requirements for and the methods of application of gypsum sheathing for use as a substrate for exterior wall cladding. Gypsum sheathing board is a substrate that shall be covered by an exterior cladding or other weather-resistive barrier and is...

1.1 These requirements cover electric operators for doors, draperies, gates, louvers, windows, exterior awnings and other opening and closing appliances rated 600 V or less to be employed in ordinary locations in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 and the Canadian...