Development of a unique full-scale real-fire façade testing facility at IIT Gandhinagar

Abstract

Most modern buildings incorporate a façade system to conform to green building regulations. Several common façade systems utilize composite panels made of combustible materials and can significantly enhance the fire risk, as shown by many recent building fires. This study presents the development of a full-scale research facility at IIT Gandhinagar to better understand the behaviour of real fires involving façade systems. Such a facility will facilitate scientific studies pertaining to façade fires and help in improving fire safety of such buildings.