Fire Hazards of Exterior Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components (Paperback, 1st ed. 2015)

This SpringerBrief presents strategies for fire mitigation based on combustible assembly systems of exterior walls. Providing background information on common exterior wall systems, the mechanisms of fire spread, and case studies, it examines the difficulties in controlling a fire with several materials and assembly methods. The brief compiles information on typical fire scenarios which involve the exterior wall, along with further exploration into test methods, approval and regulatory requirements for the various assembly systems. Offering testing approaches for possible mitigation strategies, the brief takes into account that current commercial wall assembly systems are constructed to improve energy performance, reduce water and air infiltration, and allow for aesthetic design flexibility. Exterior Insulation Finish Systems, metal composite claddings, high-pressure laminates, and weather-resistive barrier systems all have components which directly impact the fire hazard. Recommendations for future exterior wall construction are based on identified knowledge gaps.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	SpringerBriefs in Fire
Release date:	July 2015
First published:	2015
Authors:	Nathan White • Michael Delichatsios
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	166
Edition:	1st ed. 2015
ISBN-13:	978-1-4939-2897-2
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > General Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Production engineering > Reliability engineering
LSN:	1-4939-2897-X
Barcode:	9781493928972

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