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IBC Chapter 30

International Building Code — Elevators and Conveying Systems

How the building code ties in: hoistway enclosures, machine rooms, fire service access elevators, occupant evacuation elevators and the adoption of ASME A17.1 and A18.1.

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Who Uses It

Architects, building officials and general contractors.

How It's Organized

HoistwaysEnclosures, venting and openings
Machine roomsConstruction and access
Fire service access elevatorsHigh-rise firefighter elevators
Occupant evacuation elevatorsElevators used for evacuation

Common Questions This Covers

Fire service access elevatorFire service access elevators
Hoistway ventingHoistways

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