ISO 21583:2020—Firework Displays
By the 15th century in Europe, fireworks were widely used for religious festivals and public entertainment. The Italians were the first Europeans to manufacture fireworks,…
SMACNA Fire, Smoke & Radiation Damper Installation for HVAC
Fire and smoke dampers are installed in ductwork, ceiling cavities, and other barriers. If a fire breaks out, they are designed to close and suppress…
AMPP TR1505-2022: Wildfires Damage to Combustion Products
Wildfire frequency and severity continue to pose risks to transmission and distribution line structures—thereby raising concerns for power utilities. In part due to climate change,…
ISO 23932-1:2018— Fire Safety Engineering
The Palisades fire of January 2025 has been the most destructive fire in Los Angeles County history, engulfing over 17,000 acres, displacing upwards of 175,000 people, and…
ASTM F2601-18: Fire Safety for Candle Accessories
Blowing out a candle may cause hot wax and sparks to scatter, which can be a fire hazard; it can create smoke and soot, which…
ANSI/ISEA 110-2009: Air-Purifying Smoke Escape Devices
From dangerous gas leaks to fires, life-threatening situations can occur in seconds. In these emergency situations, rescue workers and people in danger must have quick…
2024 International Fire Code (ICC IFC-2024)
The International Fire Code (IFC) is active throughout the United States, as it is in use or has been adopted in 41 states, as well as…
ANSI Z21.84-2017: Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces
During the winter, is it a good idea to use gas fireplaces for residential heating? When properly configured and maintained, gas fireplaces provide efficient and an…
ASTM E3082-20: Christmas Trees Fire Retardant Treatments
More than 1,000,000 acres of land have been planted to grow Christmas trees, with more than 2,000 trees typically planted per acre. Maintaining fire resistant…