Federal-Mogul Corp. has introduced “polyethylene terephthalate yarn” to meet both halogen-free flame-retardant regulations and the "no flaming drip" requirement for materials. The upshot, said the ...

This structural element gives you better protection against fire damage, and you may even be eligible for certain discounts prior to installation.

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries’ (L&I) Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) announced a new rulemaking initiative, mandating the creation of a training and ...

Home hardening means using fire-resistant building materials and landscaping to protect buildings from heat, flames and a blast of embers during a firestorm. Here’s a brief overview of what that ...

CAI Performance Additives, a developer of advanced polymer additive technologies, has unveiled ST-MCA-H, a high-efficiency, ...

The science pros at TKOR test fire-resistant materials to show why flame retardant does not mean fireproof. Donald Trump ...

Building homes and commercial structures for an era of deadlier storms requires a multi-pronged approach including the use of ...

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect that the city will continue to only allow homeowners to build with Class A-rated fire-resistant materials. Louisville homeowners must comply with ...