NAMBA believes fire safety can be enhanced through the development and enforcement of building codes
As building product manufacturers and fellow citizens, we share the general public’s expectation that the buildings we occupy and use on a daily basis are safe. Therefore, we strive to ensure the safe and effective use of our products within the built environment.
What’s New
Understanding Combustible Materials Under IWUIC & California Codes
This article explores the key building codes that govern design and construction in wildfire-prone and WUI areas, with a particular focus on how combustible materials can be used in compliance with these codes.
2025 NAMBA Building Fire Safety Symposium
The Building Fire Safety Symposium brings together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to explore the five common principles of building fire safety and discuss critical aspects of fire safety in buildings.
Navigating Building Codes: Combustibility Testing Explained
This article explores the definitions and standards that determine whether a building material is combustible, explaining how building codes classify materials based on rigorous tests to ensure building fire safety and compliance.
Communications
Engage industry stakeholders on the safe and effective use of plastic building materials in building envelopes.
Codes & Standards
Serve as a leading source of fire performance chemistry, design, construction and technical knowledge.
Advocacy
Advocate for building codes that utilize performance-based outcomes to regulate building fire safety.
Outreach
Support education of those involved in the design, specification, use and regulation of plastic building materials.
Fire Safety
Codes and standards use a robust combination of material fire tests and complete assembly fire performance requirements to evaluate safety.
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Modern energy efficiency, flame retardant facts and more.
