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Building codes and fire dampers

Understanding Building Codes and Fire Damper: What You Should Know

Whether you’re building new construction or renovating an existing structure, ensuring your fire protection products meet the code requirements is critical – not just for legality but to ensure the safety of building occupants. So, let’s take a look at how building codes mandate where fire dampers are required, fire damper installation guides, installation recommendations, […]

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What are Fusible Link Fire Dampers?

When you enter a building, you rarely consider the various fire safety protocols that, including fusible link fire dampers, have been put into place to guarantee your safety until you leave again. Fire dampers, including fusible link fire dampers, are one of the many fire protection products woven into your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air […]

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75CO-DY 1-12 Hour Dynamic Oval Fire Damper

How Do Fire Dampers Help in the Event of a Fire?

It’s happened. The worst nightmare imaginable – your building is on fire. But, as everyone rushes to leave via the fire exit, several things are happening deep within the ductwork of the building, unbeknownst to the people, and it very well may be saving all of their lives. What is a Fire Damper? When a […]

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7 Things You Want to Know About Fire Dampers

When fire strikes, the last thing we want to consider is how our HVAC (heating, venting, and air-conditioning) system, including fire dampers, works to stop the spread. But we are beyond grateful that it operates in such a manner to slow down and stop the fire from creating a mass casualty event, thanks to a […]

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The History of Fire Dampers

In 2020, a fire department responded to a structure fire on average every 23 seconds. However, thanks to the tremendous strides made in the invention of fire suppression devices, losses from those fires have been mitigated. One of the crucial weapons in the battle against fires is how we construct our HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning). […]

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Stopping Fires with Fire Dampers

New construction buildings go up and are fully functional faster than ever before. New technology has made the construction process more efficient. For instance, engineered wood beams are lightweight and easy to maneuver, so they take less effort to build with.  However, quick construction and new technology have some risk factors to consider. A building […]

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Airflow and Fire Dampers in a Dental Setting

Fire safety is an essential part of all emergency planning, whether considering residential spaces or commercial buildings. Each setting presents unique conditions, and there are many solutions, including fire dampers, for the prevention of disasters in the event of an emergency. The dental setting is not one that many might consider particularly vulnerable to fire […]

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Ceiling Radiation Damper vs. Fire Damper: What You Should Know

Protecting your home or building from the risk of fire damage is essential. Enlisting licensed contractors’ expertise helps ensure the safety of your family, co-workers, and tenants should a fire damper emergency arise. By installing various passive fire protection products, such as fire dampers, your home or building becomes a safer place for all. While […]

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Your Guide to Fire Safety

An HVAC system provides more than proper ventilation and airflow to your home or office space. While comfort and air quality are essential, fire safety is critical. Educating yourself on HVAC dampers will ensure your comfort, health, safety, and energy efficiency. Whether you own a home or business, take a moment to review the importance […]

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