Fire stations stand at the heart of community safety, demanding structures built for resilience, reliability, and rapid response. From coast to coast, modern firehouses are being engineered to perform under extreme conditions while meeting ambitious sustainability goals that significantly increase energy efficiency.
GreenGirt CMH™ and GreenGirt Steel™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems deliver high-quality thermal efficiency, durability, and structural integrity required for high-performance fire station construction projects. Across several firehouse projects, these systems are redefining what it means to build for endurance, efficiency, and public trust.
Steamboat Springs City Hall & Fire Station
Construction of the Steamboat Springs City Hall & Fire Station in Colorado, which installed the SMARTci building enclosure system on closed framing with GreenGirt Max CMH Z-girts on the building’s walls.
The Steamboat Springs City Hall & Fire Station in downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, was the construction of the new two-level fire station and three-story city hall building. With a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, this project demolished the old buildings and utilized salvageable materials to reuse for the newly constructed buildings.
To further enhance the project’s sustainability and energy efficiency efforts, the SMARTci system was installed vertically on closed framing on the building’s walls at 4” and 2” deep, with spacing at 48” and 24” on center. The project used polyiso insulation and a mixture of fiber cement and metal panels for cladding. The system included GreenGirt Max CMH Z-girts to support the extreme spacing demands of the project.
San Francisco Airport Fire Station 3
The finished San Francisco Airport Fire Station 3 in California, which installed the GreenGirt CMH continuous insulation system on the building’s walls.
The San Francisco Airport Fire Station 3 in California is the construction of the emergency response center for Terminal One at SFO. Included in this project is a guard shelter structure, quick-response entry and exit gates, a communications watch room, security crash arms, and more. Sustainability and energy efficiency efforts earned this project a LEED Gold certification.
In support of the project’s energy efficiency and durability standards, the GreenGirt CMH system was installed horizontally on the building’s walls at 3” deep and 24” on center, with mineral wool insulation and terra cotta cladding.
Holland Fire Department – Waverly Fire Station
Construction of the Waverly Fire Station in Holland, Michigan, which installed the GreenGirt CMH continuous insulation system on the building’s walls.
The Waverly Fire Station in Holland, Michigan was the construction of the new fire station to meet functionality demands that could no longer be sustained with the older building. This new station included five truck bays, high-speed doors to increase response time, training areas to reenact real-life situations, and more.
This new fire station secured thermal efficiency and durability by installing the GreenGirt CMH system horizontally on the building’s walls at 2.5” deep and 24” on center, with spray foam insulation and ACM cladding.
Conclusion
For the Waverly, SFO, and Steamboat Springs fire stations, the building envelope had to do more than meet building codes and standards. It needed to withstand demanding conditions, slash energy loss, and support around-the-clock operations so crews can stay focused on protecting the communities they serve. By using GreenGirt and SMARTci systems, these projects achieved a high-quality envelope that delivers dependable energy efficiency and structural integrity, reinforcing performance where it matters most.
Protect Your Next Fire Station Project with GreenGirt & SMARTci Systems
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Frequently Asked Questions
How was SMARTci installed on the Steamboat Springs City Hall & Fire Station project?
On the Steamboat Springs City Hall & Fire Station, SMARTci was installed vertically on closed framing at 4″ and 2″ depths, with 48″ and 24″ on-center spacing. The assembly used polyiso insulation with a mix of fiber cement and metal panel cladding, supported by GreenGirt Max CMH Z-girts to meet the project’s spacing demands.
What GreenGirt CMH configuration was used at San Francisco Airport Fire Station 3?
At San Francisco Airport Fire Station 3 (SFO), the project used GreenGirt CMH installed horizontally on the walls at 3″ depth and 24″ on center, paired with mineral wool insulation and terra cotta cladding.
What was the GreenGirt CMH wall setup for the Holland Fire Department’s Waverly Fire Station?
The Waverly Fire Station installed GreenGirt CMH horizontally on the walls at 2.5″ depth and 24″ on center, using spray foam insulation with ACM cladding to help secure thermal efficiency and durability for the new facility.