Can a fire compartment have firewalls on all four sides?
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Can a fire compartment have firewalls on all four sides?
It’s definitely possible. This is the best you can do; the cost is a bit high though. Even if there are no walls on all four sides, it can still be considered a fire compartment if it meets the requirements.
This issue should be considered in accordance with the fire protection codes for building design, and it is the responsibility of the design firm to address it. A fire compartment refers to the division of a building’s layout and space into separate sections during design, using firewalls, fire-resistant doors and windows, fire curtains, and floors with a certain fire resistance rating. Fire compartments consist of horizontal and vertical divisions on the floor.
Fire compartments should be separated by firewalls; when it is difficult to use firewalls, other fire separation devices can also be employed. Common fire separation elements include firewalls, fire shutters, fire doors (windows), and fire screens
If only the roof is used to calculate the pressure relief area, and that area is sufficient, it is acceptable. It’s not possible if the pressure relief area is larger than the roof area
If you have enough money, it’s possible; if not, it’s needed to separate that wall. It’s not needed for separation.