In an ongoing effort to improve building safety across California, the state has implemented two important laws — Senate Bills SB 721 and SB 326 — focused on inspecting and maintaining balconies and elevated exterior structures in multi-family and condominium...
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and car engines, what do they have in common? At first glance, these may seem like unrelated subjects, but a closer look reveals some interesting similarities. Just as a car engine is the heart of a vehicle, the HVAC system is the lungs of a...
Many building materials are selected for their fire protection capabilities, but the construction process often leads to gaps between these materials, such as joints between walls and ceilings or openings for pipes. Fire stopping fills those gaps to block flames and...
Public buildings can be anything from offices to commercial businesses. These buildings can quickly get crowded, so it’s crucial to meet fire code regulations to ensure everyone inside is safe and can evacuate quickly during a fire. Allowing hazards in these...
