The value of the FCIA member, FM 4991-approved or UL-ULC qualified firestop contractor comes from the commitment to excellence. These important designations – FM 4991-Approved, UL-Qualified, ULC-Qualified and FCIA Member in Good Standing – are being recognized by 07 84 00 Firestopping specifications in many occupancies around the world.

Headquartered in Springfield, Mass., its owners Ron Perry and Nick Shaink spoke with W&C recently to discuss business, challenges and other industry-related topics.

UL has announced a new numbering system for firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems. FCIA is here to help with this change.

FIRESTOP FRAMING INNOVATIONS HAVE INCREASED EFFICIENCY AND MINIMIZED THE NEED FOR LABOR DURING RECESSIONS. YET FURTHER INNOVATION REMAINS A NECESSITY.

Fire Gasket is a fire rated composite vinyl intumescent accessory that provides 1 & 2 Hour fire-ratings for both dynamic and static joints for both concrete and fluted deck assemblies.

Firestopping is an often misunderstood construction practice. This article aims to address what firestopping is and why it’s necessary in wall, floor and ceiling penetrations. 

At FCIA’s Virtual ECA ’20 Conference, FCIA launched a new initiative to get fire and life safety improvements using the FCIA’s ‘DIIM’ for Existing Buildings.

Staff at the Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA., turned to a Hilti product to care for staff and patients at the same time.