Science vs. Fire: Building with Fire in Mind: Across the Yard with Mike & Ewan, BarrierTek s03e10

All it takes is a spark to lose everything. So, what can we do to better protect our homes from fire? This week, Liz welcomes Mike Baker, CEO of BarrierTek, and Ewan Davie, Vice President of Sales, to break down the science behind engineering fire-resistant treatments. They share the research that led to them to create this innovative treatment, challenges they've faced, their upcoming plans for BarrierTek, and much more! Tune in to this week’s episode to discover the science behind preventing fire in wood construction. Enjoy the show! Links: Supply-Build Canada: supplybuild.ca Supply-Build Canada Support Local Campaign - find local building supply retailers near you: supplybuildcanada.info/shoplocal BarrierTek: https://www.barriertek.com/ Mike Baker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelryanbaker/ Ewan Davie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewan-davie-6b035747/ Sponsor info: This episode of Across the Yard is brought to you by HiLine Treated wood by West Fraser. Elevate inventory, elevate sales. Introduce your customers to HiLine Treated wood – ideal for use in decks, fences, landscaping and general exterior construction, with its rich, natural tone, and no special fasteners required, it’s the ideal choice for outdoor projects. Combine this with a high-quality substrate, and West Fraser’s HiLine Treated wood delivers exceptional value to both dealers and consumers. Learn more at hilinetreated.com