The required minimum fire ratings of various assemblies in Type III(A) and Type IV are essentially the same. What is the difference between these two types of construction?
What will be an ideal response?
The essential difference between the two is that in Type IV construction, the structural frame consists of heavy timber (HT) members. For example, the floor and roof beams in HT construction must be minimum 6 in. (nominal) thick. In Type III(A) construction, wood light framing members (typical thickness of 2 in. nominal) are used.
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