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NAMBA Notes August 29, 2023

NFPA 285 Testing and Design Information: More than Just a Pass or Fail

This is the second in a multi-part series of articles on the topic of testing and design for exterior wall assemblies that the building codes require to comply with NFPA 285. These articles are intended to promote effective communication between stakeholders regarding this important fire safety topic for the design and construction of code-compliant exterior […]

fire safety July 13, 2023

NFPA 285 Testing and Design Information: History and Roots

This is the first in a multi-part series of articles on the topic of testing and design for exterior wall assemblies that the building codes require to comply with NFPA 285. They are intended to promote effective communication between stakeholders regarding this important fire safety topic for the design and construction of code-compliant exterior wall […]