Procrastinator’s Series: Prefabricated Fireproof Columns with Fire-Trol
Join AIAVA for our Procrastinator series – a series of Lunch and Learn sessions for those of us who couldn’t get around to it before now. These sessions are for you if you happen to be running behind on your learning units for the year or waiting till the last minute, because we get it.
We hope you’ll join us!
1 AIA LU | HSW
Description:
Structural fire protection guards essential structural components from the devastating effects of fire. This course examines the various active and passive fireproof methods that are available, with a focus on the features, types, and design considerations of Fire Trol structural columns designed for exposed exterior and interior load-bearing columns. This course is designed for structural architects and engineers, CM’s, GC’s and building owners.
Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the difference between active and passive fire protection and strategies used in commercial building.
2. Define the applications, composition, shapes, features, and standards related to the Fire Trol column.
3. Understand lifetime cost savings that can be realized by utilizing Fire Trol columns vs. other passive forms of fire protection.
4. Comprehend design and erection considerations related to Fire Trol columns.
