Fire Protection

Fire + Life Safety Systems Design

Cushing Terrells Fire Protection Engineers specialize in full-design of the systems that will keep your people and property safe. Our creative, forward-thinking team is able to meet the collective technical challenges faced by modern building designs. We have the experience and expertise to navigate codes and standards and identify solutions that will balance a desired building design with the necessary compliance requirements. Our team is trained under the guidance of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA). 

Services and Expertise

Fire and life safety are pivotal considerations in today’s building designs. The integration of fire alarm systems, life safety, and other fire protection systems into the design of all building types is essential for safety, property protection and code compliance.  

In a fire or emergency, a well-designed  fire alarm system is the cornerstone of your fire protection design strategy. Cushing Terrell determines system performance requirements, produces detailed fire alarm design drawings and documents, performs manufacturer specific calculations, and evaluates the installation of your systems.

Extinguishing or controlling a fire quickly can help prevent catastrophic fire damage. Cushing Terrell’sfire protection engineers can determine system performance requirements, evaluate water supply systems, perform hydraulic calculations, and assess code compliance. The best fire-fighting design involves prevention.

Smoke exposure is a primary concern in developing fire protection systems. We design smoke computer models to predict the movement of hot smoke and toxic gas through a building. Using these models, system performance can be refined and optimized prior to the procurement and installation of equipment, often resulting in substantial cost savings.

  • Building and fire code analysis/review 
  • Fire protection/life safety master plan 

Ready to get started? Get in touch with our team!

Daniel Kopp, P.E.
Director, Fire Protection | Associate

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