About DenRod Engineering
Specialized fire protection, life safety and code consulting.
Focused Expertise. Practical Engineering.
DenRod Engineering Inc. is an Ontario-based Canadian consulting engineering firm specializing in fire protection, life safety and code consulting.
We work with building owners, architects, contractors, developers and property managers on new construction, renovations and existing buildings. Our services are focused on clear, practical engineering solutions that consider code compliance, constructability, system performance and project requirements.
Ali Asraei, P.Eng.
Principal
20+ Years of Experience
Ali Asraei is a professional engineer with over 20 years of experience in fire protection, life safety and code consulting. His expertise includes fire alarm system design, Building Code and Fire Code compliance, integrated systems testing, smoke control systems, commissioning and existing-system assessments.
Throughout his career, Ali has provided technical leadership and project oversight for complex buildings involving the coordination of architectural, electrical and mechanical systems. His experience includes commercial, residential, aviation, transportation and industrial facilities, as well as coordination with contractors, design teams and authorities having jurisdiction.
Areas of Expertise
Fire Alarm Engineering
Design, modernization, and assessment of fire alarm systems for new and existing buildings.
Integrated Systems Testing
Coordination and testing of integrated fire protection and life safety systems to CAN/ULC-1001
Building & Fire Code Consulting
Code assessments, compliance reviews and coordination with authorities having jurisdiction
Alternative Solutions
Development of practical, performance-based approaches for complex code compliance conditions.
Fire Protection & Smoke Control
Design, review and testing of sprinkler, standpipe and smoke-control systems.
Fire and Life Safety Audit and System Assessments
Fire and life safety audits, code compliance reviews and condition assessments for new and existing buildings.
Professional Registrations & Industry Involvement
Professional Registrations
Standards & Industry Involvement
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Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) — Ontario, Nova Scotia and Alberta
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Registered Fire Alarm Technician — Canadian Fire Alarm Association
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Member — Canadian Fire Alarm Association
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Member — Society of Fire Protection Engineers, Southern Ontario Chapter
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Member — ULC 500F1 Committee
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Member — ULC 500F6 Committee
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Member — CAN/ULC-1001 Technical Committee and Advisory Group
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Member — ULC working groups for CAN/ULC-536 and CAN/ULC-537
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Former part-time professor — Seneca Polytechnic, School of Fire Protection Engineering Technology