The main goal of all fire-rated glass is to compartmentalize fire to enable safe exit. It is most commonly used around egress areas, property line walls, stairwells, and points of exit. For years, wired glass was ubiquitous for fire safety, but today, glazing manufacturers offer myriad transparent options that have the added potential for bullet resistance, impact safety, and weather resistance along with color and pattern variations. In Devil’s Detail 29, McGrory Glass and AGI member glazing contractors provide input on the differences between fire-protective and fire-resistive glass, codes and testing, specifying fire-rated glass, and installation considerations.
Devil’s Detail 29: Fire-Rated Glass
The AGI Devil’s Details educational series of articles illustrates and describes common glazing challenges as a means to communicate best practices for the design and construction industry, not as a sole source for design guidance. AGI recommends design professionals consult with an AGI contractor regarding specific project challenges.