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noncombustible construction

noncombustible construction

Construction in which the walls, partitions, and structural members are of noncombustible materials and assemblies, but which does not qualify as fire-resistive construction.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Architecture and Construction. Copyright © 2003 by McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
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The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association-backed Build With Strength coalition challenged the pursuit of alternatives to concrete, noting, "Amidst our ever-increasing population density, noncombustible construction keeps us safe in our homes, work-places, schools and places of worship ...
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The report was also critical of federal standards that do not require sprinklers in older nursing homes of "certain noncombustible construction," such as the Nashville and Hartford facilities.
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