Façade fire testing for timber structures
When combustible materials like timber are included in a façade system, the evaluation of vertical fire spread risk requires testing the system as a whole. There are several key things to consider.
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When combustible materials like timber are included in a façade system, the evaluation of vertical fire spread risk requires testing the system as a whole. There are several key things to consider.
Timber is an attractive material choice for use in tall buildings, and its use is growing. However, as it is a combustible material, there are concerns around fire safety and specific fire design is required.