After 25 years of testing firestop systems, I can safely say that I have learned more about product performance from failed tests than from the tests I passed.   Observing a failure during a fire test is truly the best way to figure out the limitations of a given system. Witnessing a test watching how…

We celebrate 20 years of innovation in fire-rated cable pathways with our EZ Path® Fire-Rated Pathway. When we speak of “fire-rated pathways,” it is a term we coined. As telecommunications professionals will tell you, the pathway is defined as the system that carries the cabling from the telecommunications rooms (TRs) throughout the building. We envisioned…

It is safe to say that many within the firestopping industry have at least a bit of a preconceived notion that the default color for firestop is some shade of red. This is since most firestop manufacturers typically market their primary firestop sealant with a red pigment. This color scheme is especially true for intumescent…

 Key Takeaways Rich’s Background Valparaiso University Grad, ,multi-Fraternity member Always wanted to go into engineering Passion started in Junior High School when he modified a bike Originally wanted to be in mechanical engineering, pivoted to civil engineering. Working at UL Had a friend who introduced him to the company. Lab work/office work combo was…

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Ian Ellias joins Specified Technologies Inc., as Vice President of Finance, working from the company’s headquarters in Somerville, New Jersey. He will lead the Finance Team and will join the company’s Executive Team.  Prior to joining Specified Technologies, he worked at Tristrux, a Telecommunications and Electrical Construction company where he served as…

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Kate Emery joins Specified Technologies Inc., as Vice President of Marketing, working from the company’s headquarters in Somerville, New Jersey. She will lead the Marketing department and will join the company’s Executive Team.  Prior to joining Specified Technologies, she worked at GAF, a leading manufacturer in the roofing and waterproofing space, holding…

Key Takeaways  Chris’s Background Cornell University Board member of the Bucks County Children’s Museum BucksKids.Org Started in Software and Information Technology Career evolved through sales, product management and marketing. Exposed to Fire Protection Industry at Tyco. Wanted to be an architect, was fascinated by the built environment. Chief Commercial Officer Focus is on the growth…

New Cross Laminated Timber Penetration Listings for 1 and 2-hour ratings. STI/PF 60-01 STI/PF 120-01 Max 4 in PVC, closed or vented Largest plastic pipe penetration system offered currently STI/PF 60-02 STI/PF 120-02 AC Lineset Penetration Max 1 in copper tube, steel, cast iron, ductile iron pipe insulated with ¾ in. AB/PVC Two control wires Max…