Unique and Innovative Fire Rated Applications

Architects have always pushed the limits of what building products can do, and fire rated glazing is no exception. In this podcast, Tim Nass, talks about the projects that have spurred unique & innovative fire rated glazing products to the market.Learning Objectives:

1. Review the history of fire rated glass from wired glass and ceramics to high performing, multi-functional fire rated glazing products
2. Explain the difference between fire protective vs. fire restive glazing products
3. Examine how the architectural community's demand for large sizes, increased optical clarity, unobstructed views and thermal performance have shaped fire rated glazing product development through a project case study
4. Discover the importance of multi-functional fire restive glazing products providing additional performance features such as hurricane, blast, ballistic, forced entry and more through a project case study.

KCode: K2008S - 0.25 AIA LU/HSW

Speaker:Tim Nass, VP of Sales

Tim Nass has over 25 years of experience in the architectural glazing industry. As the Vice President of Sales at SAFTI FIRST, leading USA-manufacturer of fire rated glass and framing systems, he brings his extensive knowledge and expertise when working closely with architects, consultants, general contractors and glaziers to deliver a code-compliant glazing solution that meets all the aesthetic, performance and budget requirements of the project. Tim also oversees SAFTI FIRST’s global network of architectural sales representatives.Tim Nass is a dynamic presenter and speaker who has been delivering our AIA-registered presentation to various architecture firms, AIA local chapters, CSI local chapters, at the CSI National Convention and other architectural and glazing industry events.