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BUILDING CODES & FIRE TESTING - The Building Codes require horizonatl fire-resistance-rated assemblies to be full-scale tested (12' x 14', approx 3m x 4m) with a load applied where a load is expected.  Why?  Small-scale horizontal fire testing does not allow for a load to cause deflection of the assembly.  Small-scale fire testing for horizontal assemblies and without a load applied does not reflect real world conditions and is not safe, unless there is NEVER going to be a load applied in the field.  Learn More

FREE FIREPROOFING EDUCATION- NFCA's Fire-Resistance FIREPROOFING WEBINAR RECORDING-  Get a detailed look at structural fireproofing and the acceptance critiera needed for approvals and substitution requests.  Check out this program on fire test standards ASTM E119, UL 263 and CAN/ULC-S-101. Testing products - in a full scale furnace with loads applied where applicable - proves fire-resistance. FREE NFCA Fire-Resistance Education PPT Slides

March 24, 2025 - Have you registered for this month's free webinar, 'Fireproofing Materials & Fire-Resistance' with Bill McHugh?  Register today for tomorrow's program!

March 21, 2025 - The webinar 'Thermal Barriers & The Protection Required' with John Dalton (GCP) has been rescheduled to July 15. We apologize for the inconvenience.

March 18, 2025 - Have you heard of the FS2-24 Code proposal that's battling Restrained vs Unrestrained in the Code development process?  We need your help!  Less protection does NOT equal safe buildings. Contact us today to find out how to add your voice to the fight.

March 10, 2025 - The NFCA room block for the Week of Learning closes today. After today you will have to contact NFCA Staff to book your room.

March 5, 2025 - We're still in the thick of NFCA membership renewals.  Make sure to keep your member benefits...renew today!

March 3, 2025 - Planning to attend the NFCA Week of Learning?  Make sure you plan to attend the Group Outing on Wednesday, April 2 at 9 am MDT!  In other words, make sure you're there by Tuesday, April 1!

Feb 28, 2025 - Wondering who is going to be at the NFCA Week of Learning?  Check out the list!

Feb 26, 2025 - Registration is now open for the March webinar, 'Thermal Barriers & The Protection Required' with John Dalton (GCP), on March 25 at 1 pm CDT.  Register Today!

Feb 24, 2025 - Have you registered for 'Fireproofing Inspection' yet?  Register today!

Feb 17, 2025 - The webinar scheduled for February 18, 'Fireproofing Inspection', has been rescheduled to February 25.  We apologize for the inconvenience!  Register today!

Feb 13, 2025 - Where can you go to find a Fireproofing Contractor, Manufacturer, Distributor, and more near you?  The NFCA Member List! 

Feb 8, 2025 - We're about to kick off two - that's right TWO - Passive Fire Protection events in the Middle East!  Can't wait to see all the PFP enthusiasts there.

Feb 5, 2025 - Registration is in full swing for the NFCA Week of Learning!  Check out all the awesome speakers we have lined up!

Feb 3, 2025 - We love it when Fireproofing makes it in print.  Check out this article on 'Full Scale, Loaded Horizontal Assembly and Beam Listings' in Life Safety Digest!

Jan 15, 2025 - Have you heard?  Registration is now open for the FCIA-NFCA PasFiPro '25 events in Doha and Dubai!  If you are involved in structural and compartmentation fire-resistance in the MENA region, these events are not to be missed!

Jan 14, 2025 - Calling all NFCA Contractor Members: The NFCA Award of Excellence is now open for submissions!

Jan 10, 2025 - NFCA renewals season is upon us.  Renew today!

Jan 6, 2025 - Welcome, 2025!  NFCA has big things planned this year. Make sure you're part of the action!

Dec. 23, 2024 - In honor of the holidays, the NFCA office is closed December 24-26 and December 31-January 1.  Have a great holiday season!

Dec. 23, 2024 - What's that you say?  All you want for Christmas is to go to the NFCA Week of Learning?  No need to wait until Christmas.  Registration is NOW OPEN!

Dec. 20, 2024 - It's time to renew your 2025 NFCA Membership!  Do it before the end of the year to put it on this year's books.  Contact Lissette for your renewal invoice or pay online!

Dec. 19, 2024 - NFCA is again in Life Safety Digest with an article on full-scale, loaded horizontal assembly and beam listings.  Check out the article!

Dec. 18, 2024 - Registration is open for the opening session in the 2025 NFCA Webinar Series, 'The ASTM E119, UL 263, and CAN/ULC S101 Fire Test Standards', January 14, 2025 at 1:00 pm CST.  Register today!

Dec. 17, 2024 - Want to beat the competition? NFCA's Contractor Accreditation Program sets your company apart from the rest. Get started by studying the NFCA Handbook of Accepted Fireproofing Knowledge.

Dec. 16, 2024 - Have you heard?  The NFCA Newsletter is here.  Read it online today!

Dec. 12, 2024 - Fireproofing Inspection Agencies, do you want to be better too? Consider IAS AC 291 Accreditation. It uses the management system process for fireproofing special inspection agencies.

Dec. 10, 2024 - Want your company to be even better? Consider becoming a UL Qualified SFRM Fireproofing Contractor.  This is the next level of certification to separate your company from the rest using a management system.. Check it out.

Dec. 8, 2024 - NFCA's 2025 Week of Learning will come fast after the new year.  Mark calendars now for March 31-April 4.  NFCA Education & Exams for NFCA's Contractor Accreditation Program happen March 31, April 1/2.  No foolin!

Dec. 4, 2024 - NFCA's team has grown by one.  Take a minute to say hi to our newest member, Carol Ann Barshop.  Welcome to the team, Carol Ann!

Dec. 2, 2024 - NFCA's Board of Directors met this week to put finishing touches on 2024. Watch for big things in 2025!

Nov. 27, 2024 - Register today for 'An NFCA Year in Review', the December webinar in our educational webinar series.  When: December 17, 1 pm CST

Nov. 22, 2024 - NFCA's Program Committee & Staff is busy planning 2025's Week of Learning, Annual Conference. Don't miss it!  Not a member? Join today and keep up with what's new in Fireproofing. 

Nov. 19, 2024 - NFCA is particpating at the American Institute for Steel Construction TC8 Meetings in Chicago. We always look forward to meeting wtih AISC's structural experts.

Nov. 8, 2024 - NFCA's participation at ASTM E06 Committee on Serviceability of Buildings brought quite a storm in early October.  Hurricane Milton forced us to meet Monday, and hit the road! Great discussion about fireproofing inspection standards including ASTM E605 and ASTM E736, a lot more, take place here with industry experts.

Oct. 28, 2024 - NFCA's Bill McHugh & Consultant Rich Walke participated at ICC's 2027 Code Development Process - representing NFCA on important issues. Don't miss NFCA's Webinar on code development in early '25.

Oct. 18, 2024 -NFCA's Bill McHugh & Consultant Rich Walke spoke at ICC's Annual Conference & Expo. Great attendance hearing about fire-resistance in the International Building Code, worldwide standards and fire codes.

Oct. 12, 2024 - NFCA's Bill McHugh travels to the CSI National Convention Oct. 16 to speak about Fire-Resistance in Specifications.

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