Knauf Insulation Inc. announced the launch of Knauf Academy virtual reality training for customers, with support from digital innovation studio Subvrsive.
Knauf Insulation Inc. announced the launch of Knauf Academy virtual reality training for customers, with support from digital innovation studio Subvrsive.
New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s language around fire protection in exterior façades. Aiming to enhance the fire safety standards in exterior walls, fireblocking is now mandatory behind ventilated cladding, with few exceptions.
Brandon Gallegos is the principal and owner of G&G Insulation of Meridian, Idaho. W&C met up with him this September at the Annual ICAA Trade Show in Chicago. For the February issue, the magazine features G&G Insulation as its coverstar.
There is a lot of confusion in the field over area-separation firewalls and utility placement. I know that the GA has a position statement that clarifies criteria for the placement of utilities in the flanking walls on either side of a two-hour, steel H-stud, gypsum shaftliner panel area-separation wall.
Third-party contractor accreditation programs are required in specifications around the world. Special inspection agencies and their inspectors are required to demonstrate competence and relevant experience. This is demonstrated by passing a Firestop Exam.
RectorSeal continues to press forward on the acquisition trail. On Feb. 6, RectorSeal announced the acquisition of Dust Free indoor air quality products.