by highpiledstorage | Nov 8, 2019 | Codes
International Building Codes (IBC) and Fire Prevention When a fire occurs, it is essential that a well functioning fire detection and prevention system is in place. Early detection can help save lives and property from damage. However, it is not enough to merely...
by highpiledstorage | Nov 8, 2019 | Business, High Piled Storage
Combustible materials that are being stored in small, tightly packed spaces, whether inside or outside, fall under the fire code as high piled storage under certain commodity classification and height ranges. High piled storage can be a small or severe fire hazard,...
by highpiledstorage | Nov 8, 2019 | Business, High Piled Storage
When a business owner is storing industrial materials, from plastics to aerosols, there are detailed codes that designate how and where the material is stored in order to minimize fire damage. An area storing more than 500 square feet of combustible high-piled storage...
by highpiledstorage | Nov 8, 2019 | Business, Commodities
Classification of Warehouse Commodities Whenever potentially combustible materials are being stored, they receive a classification number based on the fire risk they involve. This alerts workers to how the material should be handled and where and how it can be stored....
