SAFTI FIRST, leading USA-manufacturer of fire rated glass and faming systems, is proud to announce that Autodesk Revit models are now available for its fire rated walls, window and door systems via www.safti.com and Autodesk Seek.Ā These data-rich, intelligent 3-D models comply with the Revit Model Content Style Guide (RMCSG) version 2.1.
āWeāre finding that more and more architects are adopting BIM (Building Information Modeling) in their design and specification process,ā says Diana San Diego, Director of Marketing for SAFTI FIRST.Ā āBy providing compliant RevitĀ® models on our fire rated glass and framing assemblies, we are able to meet their needs in more efficient and effective manner.ā
For more information, visit www.safti.com or call 888.653.3333.
About SAFTI FIRST
Founded in 1981, SAFTI FIRST Fire Rated Glazing Solutions (www.safti.com) has been serving the architectural and building communities and is the recognized leader in manufacturing fire rated glass and framing for over 30 years.Ā As the premier source for fire-rated glazing, SAFTI FIRST was the first to introduce transparent fire rated walls to the U.S. market. Our SuperLiteā¢ product line, fire rated from 20 minutes to three hours, includes fire-retardant filled glass units, safety ceramics, safety wired glass and SuperLite I-XL, a patented breakthrough fire protectiveĀ product that significantly reduces radiant heat transfer (does not meet ASTM E119 and requires AHJ approval for 45 and 60 minute applications).Ā SuperLiteā¢ products can protect against noise, attack, impact, bullets, blast, hurricane and UV rays and is available in any custom architectural make-up, including enhanced energy performance applications.Ā SAFTIfire GPX Framing is fire rated from 20 minutes to 2 hours.Ā Our products are manufactured in the U.S. for fast lead times.Ā For more information, call 888.653.3333.
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