The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has published the Fire Resistance Design Guide for Metal Building Systems, Second Edition. The guide for fire protection of metal building systems was updated to reflect the latest codes and research.
Vincent Sagan, PE, director of codes and standards at MBMA, says, “Having up-to-date fire protection information is vital when planning and constructing a new building. The updated guide provides a wealth of information on how to effectively meet the fire-resistance requirements of a metal building project. It incorporates current practices and the results of research undertaken by MBMA, its member companies, and other industry groups.”
The 103-page guide has eight chapters, a bibliography and glossary. It covers:
- Prescriptive fire protection practices related to occupancy and construction options
- Fire protection considerations for metal building system columns, roofs, and walls
- Detailed explanations of specific fire protection materials
- Repair/replacement after fire damage
- Comprehensive industry resource listing for fire-resistance design
The guide is co-branded with the International Code Council (ICC), and updated to reference the 2018 International Building Code (IBC).
Tony Bouquot, general manager at MBMA, says, “Given recent events, this guide is more important than ever. Many thanks to Dr. Nestor Iwankiw, of Jensen Hughes, who was the primary author of this updated guide, as well as the members of MBMA’s Fire and Insurance Committee, which provided direction and advisory reviews.”