Classify & Manage Hazardous Materials with Confidence
HMEx Assistant is the industryโs leading tool for managing hazardous materials in compliance with theโฏInternational Fire Code (IFC)โฏand International Building Code (IBC) – we’re even officially endorsed by the International Code Council (ICC).
ย Trusted by code officials, fire marshals, and facility teams, our platform delivers:
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๐ Accurate Classification โ Auto-identify chemical hazards and apply NFPA 704 ratings for defensible compliance
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๐งฎ Quantity Threshold Analysis โ Automatically calculate group H/occupancy limits and control areas based on MAQs
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๐ Comprehensive Inventory โ Seamlessly track chemical inventories, automatically flagging thresholds and reporting needs
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๐ Audit-Ready Reporting โ Generate and export code-compliant chemical summaries and permit-ready submittals
๐ New Feature: GHS-Based Auto-Classification from SDS
Our latest release includes automated hazard classification directly from Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
Simply review your SDS or GHS data, and HMEx Assistant will:
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Review GHS hazard statements (H-codes)
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Cross-reference with fire code categories (e.g., flammable liquids, oxidizers, toxics)
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Flag code-relevant thresholds and special storage requirements
This dramatically reduces manual classification โ and ensures classifications reflect the most recent product-level safety data.
5 Reasons to Consider HMEx
1. A Best-in-Class Chemical Intelligence Engine
Say goodbye to fragmented spreadsheets and incomplete databases. HMEx Assistant centralizes thousands of chemical records with validated fire, health, and regulatory data โ built for real-time compliance, not academic curiosity.
โ Physical & Chemical Properties
Quickly access boiling points, flash points, autoignition temps, vapor pressures, LFL/UFL, LDโ
โ values, and more โ all in one place. Save time classifying, placarding, or evaluating thermal and flammable risk.
โ Built-In Regulatory Thresholds
Automatically flags reporting thresholds for programs like SARA, CERCLA, CAA, and OSHA PSM, helping you stay ahead of federal regulations and avoid noncompliance penalties.
โ DOT Shipping & Hazard Classification
Directly correlated to 49 CFR Table 172.101, HMEx provides up-to-date shipping names, UN numbers, and hazard classes โ streamlining your transport compliance and SDS checks.
โ NFPA 704 & Placarding Logic
HMEx uses IFC Appendix F and NFPA 704 standards to auto-calculate and place hazard ratings for first responders and inspectors โ no more hunting through outdated SDSs.
โ Screen for Chemical Incompatibilities
Using FEMA/DOT/EPA methodologies, easily detect dangerous chemical pairings that may require separation, engineering controls, or mitigation โ with just a few clicks.
2. World-Class Hazard Classification
Other tools stop at CAS numbers โ HMEx goes further. We classify chemicals for code compliance across multiple frameworks: IFC, IBC, NFPA, and others
โ IBC/IFC-Aligned Hazard Classes
Over 3,400 chemicals and 9,000 synonyms mapped to fire and building code classifications โ ready for permitting, plan check, and MAQ calculations.
โ Extended GHS + Health Hazard Flags
HMEx flags irritants, sensitizers, carcinogens, and reproductive toxins using GHS H-code data โ critical for OSHA compliance and for ensuring proper signage and PPE standards.
โ SDS Upload + Auto-Classification
Upload a Safety Data Sheet and let HMEx extract the relevant GHS, DOT, and hazard class data โ auto-generating code-aligned classifications in seconds.
3. Built for Modern Inventory Management
Unlike generic systems, HMEx is built for hazardous materials from the ground up โ with MAQ logic, control area support, and NFPA 704 data embedded in every entry.
โ In-House Inventory Control
Create, classify, and manage chemical inventories at the facility, floor, and control area level. Empower your team to keep data current and submission-ready.
โ Auto-Populated Inventory Statements
Instantly generate accurate inventories with hazard classes, NFPA 704 ratings, storage type flags, and more โ cutting weeks off your permitting timeline.
โ MAQ Compliance in Real Time
Compare actual inventory quantities against MAQ limits with auto-adjustments for fire protection controls and storage conditions โ always up-to-date, always code-aligned.
โ Integrate with External Systems
Import/export from Excel, CSV, or API โ connect your inventory to your ERP, EHS, or facility dashboards with minimal IT overhead.
โ Manage by Site, Facility, or Floor
Support large campuses and multi-tenant buildings with inventory views filtered by site, company, control area, or user group โ purpose-built for operational clarity.
4. Permitting-Ready Reporting Without the Headache
Stop struggling with clunky spreadsheets and confusing tables. HMEx generates professional-grade reports that AHJs recognize and trust.
โ Standardized HMIS Reports
Summarize all critical inventory data, including container locations, storage methods, and pressure containment โ aligned with fire code reporting formats.
โ Hazard Class Summary Reports
See at-a-glance whether your quantities exceed limits. Color-coded alerts flag MAQ violations for immediate action or plan correction.
โ Clean Formatting, Smart Logic
Every report is designed to be readable, technically correct, and submission-ready โ reducing back-and-forth with reviewers.
5. Trusted Security & Proven Value
Your data is sensitive โ we treat it that way. HMEx offers best-in-class protection and unbeatable value for code users who need to get it right.
โ Industry-Standard Security
Includes SOC 2โcompliant hosting, firewall protection, encryption, ISO 27001โcertified data centers, multi-factor authentication, and daily backups โ your data is safe and always accessible.
โ Unmatched ROI
Reduce time spent calculating MAQs, preparing permits, and correcting errors. HMEx pays for itself by cutting delays and avoiding rework.
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