fire resistance

American  

noun

1. the amount of resistance of a material or construction to fire.

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Example Sentences

It made 25 recommendations including upgrading all fire doors that do not offer at least 30 minutes of fire resistance, ensuring fire extinguishers hidden behind doors are easily accessible and storing combustible material properly.

From BBC

Outside is a system of perforated, weathering steel panels, adding a layer of fire resistance while introducing shifting patterns of light and shadow throughout the day.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, it serves as a blueprint for fire resistance.

From Los Angeles Times

The Public Works Department says it will consider projects with out-of-the-ordinary building materials — as long as they comply with any code requirements including energy efficiency, fire resistance and lateral forces.

From Los Angeles Times

You could argue that Orchard Hills’ fire resistance began a century ago, when Irvine Valencia Growers planted an avocado orchard in the hills above the community.

From Los Angeles Times