The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has published the Fire Resistance Design Guide for Metal Building Systems, Second Edition. This comprehensive resource for fire protection of metal building systems has been updated to reflect the latest codes and research. It is available for purchase at https://www.mbmamanual.com. 

“Having up-to-date fire protection information is vital when planning and constructing a new building,” says Vincent E. Sagan, P.E., MBMA Director of Codes and Standards. “The updated Guide provides a wealth of information on how to effectively meet the fire-resistance requirements of a metal building project. It incorporates current practices and the results of research undertaken by MBMA, its member companies and other industry groups.”

The 103-page guide, with its eight chapters, bibliography, and glossary, includes the following information:

• Prescriptive fire protection practices related to occupancy and construction options
• Fire protection considerations for metal building system columns, roofs and walls
• Detailed explanations of specific fire protection materials
• Repair/replacement after fire damage
• Comprehensive industry resource listing for fire-resistance design

The second edition, co-branded with the International Code Council (ICC), is updated to reference the 2018 International Building Code (IBC). A preview with full table of contents is available at https://store.accuristech.com/mbma/products/preview/2920076 

“Given recent events, this guide is more important than ever,” adds Tony Bouquot, MBMA general manager. “Many thanks to Dr. Nestor Iwankiw of Jensen Hughes, who was the primary author of this updated guide, as well as the members of MBMA’s Fire & Insurance Committee, which provided direction and advisory reviews.”

In addition to Fire Resistance for Design Guide for Metal Building Systems, Second Edition, MBMA’s website (www.mbma.com) has an array of free resources available for download, and also additional manuals and publications for purchase at https://www.mbmamanual.com.