NAMBA believes fire safety can be enhanced through the development and enforcement of building codes
As building product manufacturers and fellow citizens, we share the general public’s expectation that the buildings we occupy and use on a daily basis are safe. Therefore, we strive to ensure the safe and effective use of our products within the built environment.
What’s New
Navigating Building Codes: Combustibility Testing Explained
This article explores the definitions and standards that determine whether a building material is combustible, explaining how building codes classify materials based on rigorous tests to ensure building fire safety and compliance.
Understanding the 2024 IBC®: NAMBA’s Expert Insight
NAMBA is excited to share our new CEU article on BNP Media, providing an in-depth look at the new fire safety provisions in the 2024 International Building Code® (IBC®).
NAMBA Convenes Inaugural Symposium to Shape the Future of Building Fire Safety
NAMBA held its inaugural Building Fire Safety Symposium from November 18-20, 2024, uniting architects, engineers, fire safety experts, and building officials to discuss the shared responsibility of fire safety in building design and construction.
Communications
Engage industry stakeholders on the safe and effective use of plastic building materials in building envelopes.
Codes & Standards
Serve as a leading source of fire performance chemistry, design, construction and technical knowledge.
Advocacy
Advocate for building codes that utilize performance-based outcomes to regulate building fire safety.
Outreach
Support education of those involved in the design, specification, use and regulation of plastic building materials.
Fire Safety
Codes and standards use a robust combination of material fire tests and complete assembly fire performance requirements to evaluate safety.
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Modern energy efficiency, flame retardant facts and more.
