Architectural Support & Engineering

Architectural Support and Engineering in Life Safety services for Construction projects involve ensuring that buildings are designed and constructed to meet stringent safety standards, protecting occupants from fire hazards and other emergencies.

At SOCOTEC, we specialize in providing comprehensive building code guidance for architects and design teams. Our passion lies in understanding your challenges and crafting effective solutions. By focusing on the intricate details, we guide and enable you to concentrate on the broader vision, simplifying the achievement of your design goals.

^{Architectural Support}

Our Architectural Support services ensure building designs comply with all Fire and Life Safety codes and regulations. We integrate fire-resistant materials, proper egress routes, and smoke control systems into your plans. Our team reviews designs for potential life safety issues, coordinates with stakeholders such as fire marshals, and ensures accessibility for all, including individuals with disabilities.

SOCOTEC's Architectural Support team of experts provide assistance including:

Code Compliance: Ensuring that the building design adheres to local, state, and national safety codes and regulations.
Fire Safety Design: Incorporating features like fire-resistant materials, proper egress routes, and smoke control systems into the architectural plans.
Accessibility: Designing buildings to be accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, in compliance with ADA guidelines.
Plan Review: Assessing architectural plans to identify potential life safety issues and recommending improvements.
Coordination with Stakeholders: Working with fire marshals, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and other stakeholders to ensure that designs meet all safety requirements.

^{Engineering Design & Consulting}

Our Fire and Life Safety engineers and designers help clients create and implement systems like fire detection, alarms, and suppression systems to manage fire risks effectively. This includes ensuring structural integrity to withstand emergencies, integrating HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for safety measures, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring cohesive operation of all Life Safety systems.

Dive into our specialized services to maintain every engineering detail into account:

Fire Protection Engineering: Designing and implementing fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems to effectively manage fire risks.
Structural Integrity: Ensuring that the building’s structure can withstand fire and other emergencies, preventing collapse and ensuring safe evacuation.
Mechanical and Electrical Systems: Integrating systems like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to support life safety measures, such as smoke control and emergency lighting.
Risk Assessment: Conducting thorough evaluations of potential hazards and vulnerabilities within the building and its systems.
System Integration: Ensuring all Life Safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency exits, etc.) are properly integrated and function cohesively.