Structural fire safety: a handbook for architects and engineers
Publication 197
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Publication
Abstract
Examines the concept of fire resistance and its function. It looks at when structural elements need to exhibit fire resistance along with what and why fire resistance may be required. Design methods are reviewed showing how fire resistance may be achieved. It explains how fire resistant structures may be designed and looks at structures that are inherently fire resistant and methods and techniques for providing or improving their fire performance. Finally, there is a brief introduction to the new discipline of Fire Safety Engineering and how it might affect the design process in the future.
Author
Smith, I., Newmand, C. and Newman, G. M.
ISBN
9781859420744
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Fire
- Fire resistance
Publisher History
With over 30 years experience, the Steel Construction Institute provide technical expertise and best practice to the steel construction sector.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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