New York Fire Rated Glass Solutions from a Certified Compliance Partner

As a certified compliance partner for the New York metropolitan area, Antifires delivers fire rated glass solutions engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the 2022 New York City Building Code. This code mandates that all glazing systems in commercial and high-rise structures comply with ASTM E119 and UL 263 standards for fire-resistance-rated construction. These standards are critical for passive fire protection in egress corridors, vertical openings, and curtain walls across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and other boroughs. Antifires products are tested to these specifications, ensuring they satisfy Chapter 7 (Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction) and Chapter 24 (Glass and Glazing) of the local regulations. For architects and engineers navigating complex project requirements, referencing the official NYC Department of Buildings 2022 Construction Codes provides authoritative guidance on compliance benchmarks. By aligning with these localized standards, Antifires supports developers in achieving both safety and regulatory approval for high-occupancy buildings.

New York City Building Code 2022 Fire Safety Compliance for Glazing Systems

Antifires ensures that all fire-rated glazing assemblies comply with the 2022 NYC Building Code Chapter 7, which governs fire-resistance-rated construction for passive protection. This includes stringent requirements for integrity (E) and insulation (I) performance in egress corridors and vertical openings. Products are tested to ASTM E119 and UL 263, with certified ratings such as EI60 and EI120 for high-rise towers. For example, the 28mm EI60 panel achieves integrity for 66 minutes and insulation for 64 minutes, as verified under BS EN 1634-1 conditions. This performance is critical for exit enclosures in Manhattan commercial towers, where FDNY operational guidelines require factory-labeled assemblies for traceability. Antifires systems also address Local Law 26, which mandates enhanced egress and sprinkler requirements post-9/11, simplifying NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) plan review and field inspection approvals. Each system is designed with intumescent seals and ceramic wool to maintain fire resistance under furnace pressures of 0±2Pa, ensuring reliable passive protection.

Fire Rated Glass Classification for New York High-Rise and Transit Projects

For New York high-rise and transit projects, Antifires offers a range of fire-rated glass classifications tailored to local amendments. Products are classified by integrity (E) and insulation (I) ratings, with options like E90 (90-minute integrity) and EI120 (120-minute integrity and insulation). The 10mm FPOS glass, for instance, provides integrity for 135 minutes, suitable for exit enclosures in transit hubs like Grand Central Terminal. Each assembly is factory-labeled with traceability codes, aiding FDNY inspections and DOB approvals. For curtain wall applications in Brooklyn mixed-use developments, insulated glass units (IGU) with 60-minute or 90-minute ratings are available, tested to ASTM E119. The table below summarizes key classifications for New York projects:

Rating Integrity (min) Insulation (min) Application
E60 60 N/A Interior partitions
EI60 66 64 Egress corridors
EI120 120 120 High-rise curtain walls

These classifications align with FDNY operational guidelines for fire-rated assemblies in exit enclosures, ensuring compliance with Local Law 26 and NYC Building Code amendments.

Fire Resistant Glass Applications in New York Commercial Districts and Infrastructure

In New York commercial districts, Antifires fire rated glass is deployed across diverse infrastructure, including office towers in Midtown Manhattan, retail spaces in SoHo, and transit hubs like Penn Station. For curtain wall applications, insulated glass units (IGU) with 60-minute to 120-minute ratings are used to maintain thermal performance while providing fire resistance. The 50mm EI120 glass, for example, offers integrity and insulation for 120 minutes, ideal for high-rise facades. In egress corridors, 26mm door glass with 89-minute integrity and 68-minute insulation ensures safe evacuation under fire conditions. For fire partition solutions, systems like the 28mm EI60 panel meet ASTM E119 requirements for vertical openings. These applications are critical for meeting NYC Building Code Chapter 7 standards, particularly in mixed-use developments where passive fire protection must integrate with active systems like sprinklers. Antifires products are installed with G.M.S. hollow steel frames and ceramic wool seals, maintaining structural integrity under furnace deflection of up to 152mm.

Why New York Developers Trust Antifires as a Certified Fire Rated Glass Partner

New York developers trust Antifires as a certified partner due to rigorous compliance with ASTM E119 and UL 263 standards, verified through third-party testing. Products like the 120-minute fire rated glass provide certified integrity and insulation for 120 minutes, meeting NYC Building Code 2022 requirements for high-rise towers. Antifires maintains a New Jersey distribution center for just-in-time delivery to all five boroughs, reducing project delays. The team provides on-site installation support, including guidance on expansion gaps (3–5mm filled with ceramic fiber) and anchor bolt spacing (300–600mm). This logistical efficiency, combined with factory-labeled assemblies for DOB inspections, ensures seamless approvals for complex projects like the Hudson Yards development. By referencing official test data, such as the 10mm FPOS glass achieving 135-minute integrity, Antifires demonstrates a commitment to safety and reliability that aligns with New York’s stringent regulatory environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, all Antifires fire rated glass, doors, and windows are tested to ASTM E119 and UL 263 standards, ensuring compliance with the 2022 NYC Building Code, including Local Law 26 for egress and sprinkler requirements. Products are factory-labeled with traceability codes, simplifying FDNY inspection approvals. For example, the 28mm EI60 panel provides 66-minute integrity and 64-minute insulation, meeting Chapter 7 requirements for fire-resistance-rated construction. This certification ensures that assemblies perform under furnace pressures of 0±2Pa, as verified in official tests. Developers can reference these ratings during DOB plan review to expedite approvals for high-rise projects in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Antifires offers 45-minute, 60-minute, 90-minute, and 120-minute fire rated glass in insulated units (IGU) for curtain walls and vision panels. All ratings are verified through ASTM E119 testing, with products like the 50mm EI120 glass achieving 120-minute integrity and insulation. For high-rise applications, the 21mm FPOS glass provides 120-minute integrity and 30-minute insulation, suitable for egress corridors. These systems are designed with intumescent seals and ceramic wool to maintain fire resistance under deflection of up to 152mm. Developers can select ratings based on building height and occupancy, ensuring compliance with NYC Building Code Chapter 7 for vertical openings.

Antifires supports local delivery and installation through a New Jersey distribution center, enabling expedited just-in-time (JIT) delivery to all five New York boroughs, including Manhattan and Brooklyn. The team provides on-site installation support, including guidance on expansion gaps (3–5mm filled with ceramic fiber) and anchor bolt spacing (300–600mm). This logistical network ensures that products like the 10mm FPOS glass, with 135-minute integrity, are available for time-sensitive projects. For complex installations, Antifires coordinates with local contractors to meet FDNY and DOB requirements, reducing delays in high-occupancy buildings.