Fire Rated Doors With Glass Windows

Fire rated glass testing.
Fire rated doors with glass windows. Create with confidence using our fire rated storefront and window products. Steel windows and doors usa offers fire rated window and door products that meet the needs of our clients. Listed by ul and intertek warnock hersey. With fire ratings ranging from 45 to 90 minutes optimum s fire rated windows are put through rigorous testing.
Tgp is the recognized leader in the fire rated glass and framing field working closely with design professionals building code officials and manufacturers to identify glass and framing solutions for the wide ranging requirements of today s commercial buildings. A wall is built in the side of a furnace. Fire rated glass is tested the same way that other fire rated materials are tested. Since 1980 technical glass products tgp has been supplying innovative solutions for specialized glazing needs.
Initially a heat test is performed where in the window is exposed to temperatures up to 1600 degrees fahrenheit. Fire rated windows and doors come in various styles and configurations to meet the needs of both residential and commercial projects. Fire rated systems are critical life safety components and need to be thoroughly reviewed in both the design and construction phases to ensure they meet code requirements. Please inquire about the different glazing options and available configurations.
Leading usa manufacturer of fire rated glass and framing for use in doors walls windows and floors up to 2 hours for over 35 years. It s why we re north america s most specified fire rated glass company.