The Code Authority® Newsletter

January 2025

Explore this month’s articles on updated product safety requirements and trends from experts at UL Solutions.
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Developed by industry specialists with an unbiased stance on the requirements needed to enable a safer built environment, The Code Authority® (TCA) newsletter provides relevant updates from UL Solutions on topics of interest to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), inspectors, code officials, tradespeople, educators and industry professionals across the fire, electrical, security and building sectors. 

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Enhancements to Numbering System for Steel Stud Wall Designs

UL Solutions updates the numbering scheme for fire resistance rated assemblies.

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Cross bracing in a wall assembly

An overview of cross-bracing the stud cavity and answers to two common questions.

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Bruce is the managing editor of The Code Authority® newsletter and brings his passion for fire and life safety, along with over 30 years of experience, to his role as regulatory services manager at UL Solutions. 

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