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No other building material brings together daylight, transparency and style the way that glass can. Fortunately, today’s architects can benefit from advanced technology that enables glass to perform other functions such as protect against fire, blast, hurricane, ballistic, UV or harness energy from sun. This blog will tackle the latest issues in glass performance, technology and design, as well as create an environment for communication and dialogue among members of the building community. It will also provide the latest code updates, as well as profile case studies that show high-performance glazing in action.
Fire-Rated Products | Bill O'Keeffe | Oct 22, 2015
Made in the USA - America's Still the Place
We’ve found that sourcing products as local as possible maximizes the potential benefits to the American economy, which in turn benefits us.
Glass and Glazing | Bill O'Keeffe | Aug 17, 2015
Specialty tempered glass??
Tempered glass is an excellent choice for large expanses of glass that maximize clear views while providing significant wind load and thermal stress resistance.
Fire-Rated Products | Bill O'Keeffe | Jun 2, 2015
Is fire rated glass expensive?
Where product selection has the most impact on cost is also the area where the majority of fire rated glass is being used, which are 20 minute doors and 45 minute sidelites, transoms, and openings.
Building Team | Bill O'Keeffe | Apr 24, 2015
New Products and Programs to Check Out at the 2015 AIA Convention
There is no bigger annual gathering of architects and design professionals in North America quite like the AIA National Convention.
Fire and Life Safety | Bill O'Keeffe | Apr 1, 2015
Radiant Heat: The Invisible Killer
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire. Where there’s fire, there’s the deadly threat of radiant heat.
Fire-Rated Products | Bill O'Keeffe | Feb 12, 2015
State of the fire rated glazing industry
Many years have passed since my days as the “Wired Warrior,” writes SAFTI FIRST's Bill O'Keeffe. Every year at this time I reflect on just how far the fire-rated glazing industry has come.
Bill O'Keeffe | Jan 16, 2015
Sprinkler reliability, radiant heat concerns and the IBC
Much attention has been given to active fire protection systems, such as fire sprinklers, that are designed to suppress fires. While automatic sprinklers are reliable, they are neither absolute nor infallible.
Bill O'Keeffe | Dec 11, 2014
Fire rated glass contributes to Salt Lake City Public Safety Building’s sustainable and resilient design goals
One of the most exciting new buildings to open its doors this year is the Salt Lake City Public Safety Building Salt Lake City, Utah. This $125 million, 335,000-sf facility blends sustainability and resiliency under one roof. SPONSORED CONTENT
Bill O'Keeffe | Nov 19, 2014
Fire resistive, blast-resistant glazing: Where security, safety, and transparency converge
Security, safety and transparency don’t have to be mutually exclusive thanks to new glazing technology designed to support blast and fire-resistant secure buildings. SPONSORED CONTENT
Bill O'Keeffe | Oct 19, 2014
Innovation inspires and delivers new fire rated glass and framing products
Innovation is the engine of business success. Whether it’s the development of a brand-new product, a more efficient process or a novel way of serving customers, innovation helps distinguish a company from its competitors. SPONSORED CONTENT
