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Ron Blank & Associates, Inc.

From our humble beginnings that were sketched out on Ron Blank's mother's kitchen table, a vision was conceptualized for connecting architects and building product manufacturers in a way that had not been done before. Since that moment, RBA has strategically evolved into a multi-platformed suite of services for building product manufacturers and design professionals that aim to connect, educate and energize the professional goals of those who engage them.
  • Contact: Andres Nunez - CE Department Director
  • Phone: (800) 248-6364
  • Email: andres@ronblank.com
  • Website: https://www.ronblank.com/
  • Course Description: Ron Blank & Associates: The Fire Stops Here: Life Safety, Invention and the Profound Impact of Expertise

    The building science behind saving lives! Join us for this Spec Shaman CE Podcast Course on firestopping, life safety and project design. Throughout this enlightening episode, listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the integral role played by firestopping in preserving lives, protecting property, and maintaining the structural integrity of buildings from our esteemed guest, Don Pilz. With 37-years in the construction industry, multiple patents developed for life safety and firestopping, our guest shares with listeners the importance of firestopping in mitigating the threats posed by fire and smoke in life threatening situations. Throughout this conversation, will also explore the intricate procedure of development and the process of firestopping systems while gaining valuable insights into the building codes and regulations that govern their specification. Leveraging compelling case studies, listeners will uncover the diverse applications of firestopping systems and their indispensable role in ensuring the safety and security of occupants. By the end of this podcast course, listeners will examine firsthand the challenges faced in building design and the innovative life saving solutions provided by firestopping systems.


    Explore the pioneering contributions of an industry expert on firestopping technology designed to preserve lives and structural integrity.

    Assess the critical importance of firestopping in safeguarding lives, property, and structural integrity against fire, smoke, and toxic gases.

    Garner insights into the installation process of firestopping systems and consideration of building codes that govern their specification.

    Examine diverse applications of firestopping systems through site-specific case studies and explore emerging trends shaping the future of firestop technology.

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