Did You Know…Firestop labels that state the system number, make it easier for both new construction firestop inspection and annual visual inspection required by the International Fire Code. That’s right…it’s label time! SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
Did You Know….Marking walls and floors with the tested and listed system number shortens inspection time? That is one of the reasons specifiers are adding labelling for firestop systems to their firestopping specifications. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
Check this out from ICC. Can you guess who was the proponent at the International Building Code Development Process to get this done? Yes, FCIA – Now, multi-family residential has special inspection for firestopping – part of the FCIA’s DIIM for fire and life safety!
FCIA’s 2021 and 2024 IBC Code Development Process went well. We added safety through special inspection for residential occupancy greater than 250, clarified that manufacturers instructions AND tested and listed systems are needed for proper firestopping, worked with William Koffel and Richard Walke, Tony Crimi and other friends. hear more at FCIA’s FIC Conference, in a few weeks. Thanks to Eirene […]
Did You Know…FCIA is has a Recommended Professional Practice for Identification Systems, AND it’s available FREE to FCIA Members, Specifiers, and AHJ’s? It identifies the types of labels and recommends where on the barrier or penetrating item the identification should be located. Want a copy? Email us to get it now. Not a member? Join […]
Did You Know…Firestop Special Inspection happens most where there are the most projects with firestopping. Did you also know FCIA worked with International Accreditation Services to build a firestopping section of IAS Accreditation Criteria AC-291. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘The Nuts and Bolts of Fire, Fire/Smoke, Smoke, and Ceiling/Radiation Dampers’ with Kent Maune (Ruskin). And, thanks to a dynamic and engaged audience, we had an extremely informative Q&A session at the end! Find the Presentation Here
Curious about who will be at FIC ’21? Check out Who’s Coming, and then Register to Attend!
Did You Know…FCIA’s ‘DIIM’ of firestopping – proper ‘D’esign, ‘I’nstallation, ‘I’nspection, and ‘M’aintenance of Protection – results in safe buildings due to fire-resistance working when called up on by fire or smoke. The proper ‘DIIM’ of firestopping includes ‘I’nstallation of Firestop Systems by FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor Members and FM 4991 Approved and/or UL […]
Hot off the press: It’s the September FCIA eNewsletter! This month’s edition is full of important information, like the recently announced change to the UL Numbering System, updates on FIC ’21, information on Special Inspection, and so much more. Read It Online Today!
UL has just announced a new numbering system for firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems. Two tested and listed system categories are moving from a 4-digit System Number to a 5-digit System Number soon (Ex: C-AJ-20000, after C-AJ-2999). Resources are posted on FCIA’s Technical Resource Pages, and UL’s Resources Pages. Moving forward, when a 4-digit […]
Your Marketing Committee is on the move again, advocating for the firestop industry, the Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection, FCIA Members, and more! Today’s group? The National Association of State Fire Marshals! Special thanks to Taylor Benay (National Firestopping Solutions, Inc.)!
Did You Know…Firestop special inspection occurs in a wide range of buildings. Did you also know that FCIA’s Firestop Manual of Practice has an 80-page section on firestop special inspection? And that the FM and UL Firestop Exams have a questions on firestop installation AND inspection? FCIA Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members are your […]
On Sept. 9, US President Biden announced that the US Dept. of Labor will issue an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring employers with 100 or more employees to ensure their employees either get vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing. When published in the Federal Register, the ETS will become effective immediately in states under OSHA jurisdiction. […]
Did You Know…Where firestop special inspection is mandated, the use of a FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor is already specified. FCIA Member Contractors & Special Inspection Agencies are the best! SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
Registration is open for ‘The Nuts and Bolts of Fire, Fire/Smoke, Smoke, and Ceiling/Radiation Dampers’ with Kent Maune (Ruskin). When: Wednesday, September 22, 2021Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
In honor of the US and Canadian Labor Day holidays, the FCIA office will be closed Monday, September 6. Enjoy the holiday weekend!
With so much of the world in COVID-19 flux still, there’s one thing you can count on: dynamite firestop education with FCIA! This November 2-5, join FCIA IN-PERSON OR ONLINE for three days of education focused on the firestop industry, code updates, team development, technical updates, and more. Learn more
Did You Know…Back in 1999, FCIA asked Mike Pfeiffer, VP Codes at ICC, ‘Why don’t we have firestop inspection like fireproofing does?” Mike replied, “Does your industry have inspection standards? Have you submitted a code proposal to add it to the IBC?” FCIA’s Standards Committee formed that day, and FCIA hired a consultant to write the […]
Thanks to all who attended today’s ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’ webinar. Missed it? Find the presentation here!
Did You Know… Lack of high-rise buildings in ND, NH, MS, AK, could explain why there are less FM 4991 Approved or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors Specified. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
One day left to register for ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’. When: Wednesday, August 25Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
The newest edition of the FCIA e-Newsletter is here! Read it today!
Did You Know… Regional geographic distribution shows FM 4991 and UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified widely. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members: One Day Left to Register for the FCIA Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members Only ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar. When: Thursday, August 12Time: 8:00 am CDT Register Today!
Did You Know… Manufacturing, Dormitories, Healthcare seem to be where the highest percentages of buildings get FM 4991 and UL Qualified Contractors specified. What types of projects do you most often see FM 4991 Approved and/or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors in the specifications? SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
See what’s new this year at BOMA 2021, heading to Boston, MA this October 6-9. FCIA is proud to partner with BOMA for this exciting event once again! Grab your copy of Life Safety Digest while there!
Did you know… FM 4991 Approved and UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified in all segments of building owners. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
Did You Know… FM 4991 Approved and or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified widely. FCIA’s Marketing Committee wants to find out why. Email us at info@FCIA.org with the characteristics of projects where the specs hold to help with our research. SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
The first in the FCIA Did You Know LinkedIn series dropped today! Check it out online, and make sure to Like, Share, Tag, Comment, and more! C’mon, let’s spread the word about the importance of firestopping and effective compartmentation!
Registration is open for ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’, the August session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: Wednesday, August 25Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘The ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping: What You Need to Know’, with Bill McHugh (FCIA) and Rich Walke (CTI). If you missed the session, you can find it here.
The latest issue of the FCIA Newsletter is here! Read it online!
Calling all those interested in the firestop industry! Registration is now open for FIC ’21, the FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show, heading to San Diego, CA and the Rancho Bernardo Inn this November 2-5, 2021! Register Today!
FCIA promotional items are now available for purchase online!
In honor of the US Independence Day holiday, the FCIA office will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021. We will resume normal business hours Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!
Material availability and pricing challenges continue to plague the construction industry. Check out this guide from Stephen Phillips of HPSS Law for how to protect your company during these unprecedented times. Learn More
The FCIA Manual of Practice (MOP) recently received a big update to the Codes and Standards section. Expanded to 120 pages, the update includes a new Appendix on Standards that adds Code information for countries and regions like the USA, Canada, the UK, parts of Europe, the Middle East, Far East, and more. Learn more
The Summer issue of Life Safety Digest is arriving soon in mailboxes around the world. The newest issue features articles and content focused on Health Care occupancies. It’s a definite must-read! Read it Online Today!
Registration is open for ‘The ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping: What You Need to Know’, the July session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: Wednesday, July 14, 2021Time: 10:00 am CDT – 11:30 am CDT Register Today!
FCIA’s Board of Directors meets with leaders from the International Firestop Council at each FCIA Conference. Topics of discussion have included a wide range of industry talking points. It’s always great to meet face-to-face to discuss industry issues.
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Fire-Resistance Protection of Swinging Fire Doors’, with Rich Walke. Find the Presentation here. Members can find the recording in the Members Only area.
FCIA recently announced the winners of the 2021 FCIA Scholarships: Jake Smith (Worcester Polytechnic Institute)andJacob Witlin (University of Maryland, College Park) Congratulations, gentlemen!
Did You Know… The FCIA Marketing Committee analyzed 15,000+ projects to see how often things like the FM 4991 Approved & UL-ULC Qualified Contractor Programs or third-party firestop inspections were being specified? Watch out for our upcoming LinkedIn campaign that highlights some of the most interesting findings!
The newest FCIA e-Newsletter is here! Read it Online Today!
Registration is now open for ‘Fire-Resistance Protection of Swinging Fire Doors’, the June session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: Wednesday, June 16, 2021Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’. The Q&A session after the presentation was loaded with great questions! FCIA Members can find the recording in Members Only. All others can find the Presentation here.
One day left to register for ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’! When: Wednesday, May 26, 2021Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
Lots of FM & UL Firestop Exams were given last week at ECA ’21. That’s a lot of third-party accredited Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors! Need to find a FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor near you? Check the FCIA Member List!
Registration is open for ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’, the May session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: Wednesday, May 26, 2021Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
Lots of big announcements from ECA ’21, including the upcoming release of the 8th Edition of the FCIA Manual of Practice (MOP), the impending launch of the FCAEP Firestop Level 2 Program, and so much more! Stay tuned for the next edition of the FCIA e-Newsletter, which will recap all of the exciting news!
ECA ’21 opens in Kansas City, MO next week! If you haven’t registered yet for three days of virtual or in-person technical firestop education, make sure you ‘git ‘r done! See you in KC!
The latest edition of the FCIA e-Newsletter is here! Read it online today!
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Critical Electrical & Communications Circuit Protection’, with Rich Walke (CTI for FCIA). Missed it? Check out the presentation here!
ECA ’21 registration numbers are climbing. See who’s coming to Kansas City!
The latest issue of Life Safety Digest has dropped, and you’ve got to check out our new look! This issue launches our BRAND NEW DIGITAL PLATFORM. Your online reading experience just got a monumental upgrade! Read it online today!
Thanks to all who attended ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’ with Rich Walke. Missed it? Find the presentation here. Members can find the recording in the Members Only section.
Registration is open for, ‘Critical Electrical & Communications Circuit Protection’, the April session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: Wednesday, April 28Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
FCIA’s Standards Committee member Jay McGuire is the chair of the new Task Group at ASTM building a standard for ‘Identification Systems’. Most identify this as labelling firestopping with the system number, contractor contact info, etc. There also can be tags made from plastic, paper, steel, ceramic fiber and more. Where do these ID systems […]
One day left to register for ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’, the March session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series. When: March 31, 2021 Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agencies: only one day left to register for the extended four-hour ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar. When: Tuesday, March 30 Time: 8:00 am CDT Register Today! Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agency personnel: Not a member but want to attend? […]
FCIA Members are the best and safest choice for Barrier Management Services, like Firestop Systems, Barrier Repairs, Fire and Smoke Dampers, Fire-Resistance-Rated Glazing, and more. Find an FCIA Barrier Management Services Provider near you!
Have you heard about the new FCIA Certificate of Achievement Education Program, the new Certificate program for Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agency personnel? Check out the Firestop Level 1 Program, available now!
Things are taking shape for ECA ’21! Registrations are rolling in. Speakers are confirmed. Now, all ECA ’21 needs is you! Register to attend today!
The latest installation of the FCIA e-Newsletter is here, and there is a lot going on at FCIA right now! Read It Online Today!
BIG NEWS!!! The FCIA Firestop Level 1 Certificate of Achievement Education Program (FCAEP) is live! And FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members get BIG DISCOUNTS! Learn more
This May 10-13, where can you go to find technical firestop education, the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams, round table action meetings, and networking events for the firestop industry? ECA ’21! And with two ways to attend, there’s no reason not to be there. What are you waiting for?Register Today!
Registration is open for the ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar. FCIA Contractor Members looking to pursue the FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor programs and FCIA Special Inspection Agency Members pursuing the IAS AC 291 Accredited Program can attend this extended 4-hour webinar to prepare for the FM […]
Registration is open for ECA ’21, the FCIA Education & Committee Action Hybrid Conference, heading to the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza this May 10-13. Attend – either In-Person OR Online – with the same access and benefits regardless of how you get there. Register Today
Thank you to all who tuned in to yesterday’s ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ webinar with Kyle Flondor of USG. It’s always great having Kyle present because he always brings strong technical content and a wealth of knowledge. And, we had great interaction and participation from the crowd with thought-provoking questions, some that even stumped […]
Register today for the March session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series, ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’. When: Wednesday, March 31Time: 10:00 am CDT Register Today!
One day left to register for ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ with Kyle Flondor (USG). Make sure to sign-up today! When: Wednesday, February 17Time: 10:00 am CST Register Today!
The FCIA Board of Directors met this week to strategize FCIA’s 2021 actions and initiatives. From Accreditation, Education, Code and Standards to Program, Labeling, FM & UL Contractor Programs, Inspection, and a lot more, the FCIA Board developed a comprehensive and consistent plan of action for the year. Watch as new and existing program announcements […]
Where can you go to find experts in the fields of Firestopping and Effective Compartmentation and Barrier Management Services? The FCIA Member Lists of course! Here you’ll find the leading experts and providers for all aspects of high-quality fire-resistance-rated and smoke-resistant assemblies and Barrier Management Services. Find a provider near you today!
Registration is open for the February webinar in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series ’21. Don’t miss ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ with Kyle Flondor, USG’s Fire Systems Lead, Building Science, as he covers proper design and systems selection through the UL Product iQ. Then, follow along as he dives into the patching and repair of […]
Registration is now open for ECA ’21, the FCIA Education & Committee Action Hybrid Conference, heading to Kansas City, MO this May 10-13! With two options to attend – IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL – there’s no excuse not to be there! Learn More
Thank you to all who attended today’s ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Multiple Ratings of Firestop Systems’ with Rich Walke (CTI for FCIA), the opening session in the 2021 FCIA Educational Webinar Series. Stay tuned for information on the February session. Missed it? You can find the presentation here.
The latest issue of the FCIA eNewsletter is here. Read It Online Today
The Firestop Contractors International Association announces the all-new FCIA Firestop Certificate of Achievement Program for Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor personnel and Firestop Special Inspection Agency personnel who want to immerse themselves in the world of firestopping and fire-resistance-rated and smoke-resistant assemblies. Stay tuned to www.FCIA.org and the January e-News for more information!
Wait for it… The ALL NEW Life Safety Digest 2021 Print + Digital Planning Guide is here! Formerly the Life Safety Digest Media Kit, the redesigned Print + Digital Planning Guide offers exciting new print and digital advertising opportunities across the Life Safety Digest and FCIA platforms that will fit with any budget. Learn more […]
Did you know FCIA provides the FCIA Manual of Practice FREE to Architects and Specifiers with Design Firms, Fire Officials, Fire Marshals, Code Officials, AHJs, and more? Email us to see if you qualify!
The date for the January webinar, ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Multiple Ratings of Firestop Systems’, has changed. Please note the new date: When: TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021Time: 10:00 am CST Register Today
The Winter issue of Life Safety Digest is here! Read it online today!
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