In commercial construction, fire safety isn’t just a regulatory requirement—it’s a commitment to protecting lives and property. When using temporary construction walls, understanding the importance of ASTM E84 and ASTM E119 classifications is vital for ensuring compliance and safety. Decoding ASTM E84: Flame Spread and Smoke Development Ratings ASTM E84, the Standard Test Method for… Read more »
Ask The Engineer: Top 5 RealWall Questions Answered
Our customers face a wide variety of challenges across a broad spectrum of project types. To help save you a phone call to customer support, we asked STARC’s Vice President of Product Development Bruce Bickford to identify the Top 5 questions we receive about our flagship modular wall system, RealWall™.
The Benefits – And Limitations – of Polycarbonate Wall Panels
For years, contractors have used plastic sheets or drywall to block off or contain areas when construction called for temporary walls. Both are messy and inefficient. Plastic sheets don’t hold up over time and often struggle to keep construction debris inside. Drywall is expensive, especially when you factor in material costs, build and demolition time,… Read more »
How Temporary Walls Help Airports During Renovation
In today’s economy, airports have become more than centers of transportation. They have emerged as bustling centers of commerce and development. With the latter come renovation and construction projects that are commonly undertaken amongst immense crowds on their way somewhere. Temporary airport walls become necessary, if not essential, to complete these projects successfully and without… Read more »