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Have You Read MCA's White Papers on IMP Fire Safety?
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These two resources can help us create safer buildings while building awareness of IMPs among building owners, code specifiers and others.
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"Fire Safety of Insulated Metal Panels"
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IMPs containing foam plastic insulating materials, when they comply with fire test requirements for individual components and the assembly, have been shown to exhibit excellent fire performance. This document covers:
| • | Effectiveness of Insulation Value |
| • | Fire Safety Requirements in the US |
| • | Fire Test Components |
| • | Fire Loss Experience |
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"Insulated Metal Panels and NFPA 285"
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The IMP industry has been a leading proponent for the development of NFPA 285 and its precursor, the Large-scale Multi-story fire test (UBC 26-4). Topics in this white paper include:
| • | Code Requirements |
| • | NFPA 285 Testing Requirements |
| • | IMPs as Back-up Panels |
| • | Alternative Testing of IMPs |
| • | Engineering Judgments |
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WHY STEEL IS BUILDING IN POPULARITY
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Seven Reasons to Use Steel in Your Projects
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Steel has many strengths. Here are just a few:
| • | Steel products can add longevity and reduce maintenance costs vs. other construction materials |
| • | Steel can save you up to 75% on builder's risk insurance |
| • | Steel can deliver time-related savings of 3-5% of the overall project value, reducing the building owner's requirements for working capital and improving cash flow |
| • | With life spans of up to 60 years, steel roofs mean lower maintenance costs and higher resale |
| • | Loads imposed by a steel frame are up to 50% less than concrete, allowing cost savings to start at the foundation |
| • | Steeling framing could save up to $7.50 per sq. ft. compared to concrete |
| • | Steel is the world's most recycled material on the planet, more than all other materials combined |
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