On October 9th, 1871, 250 people lost their lives, 100,000 people were left homeless, 17,400 structures were destroyed, and more than 2,000 acres of land were burned by the Great Chicago Fire. To commemorate this fire, Fire Prevention Week… Continue Reading
Government buildings need fire protection to protect lives and property. Whether it is a library, military grounds, courthouse or postal center, the government building should have systems installed and in proper condition. Having a properly functioning fire protection system can… Continue Reading
Fire sprinkler systems are widely accepted as one of the most effective methods to fight fires in the early stages. Installing fire sprinkler systems in your business, property or home is extremely important to protect against the danger of fires.… Continue Reading
Special hazard fire suppression systems go beyond traditional fire sprinkler systems to provide fire protection in commercial and industrial facilities. Why Special Hazards Systems? Special hazards fire protection systems are installed in facilities where water-based sprinkler systems are not an… Continue Reading
One of the most important components of fighting a fire is ensuring that the fire is detected early on. Early detection of a fire allows building occupants to safely exit the building sooner and allows for a faster response from… Continue Reading
Whenever your fire alarm system goes off, your first instinct tells you to find the source of a possible fire, right? And when you realize it is just a false alarm, the feeling of relief immediately kicks in. Once false… Continue Reading
ANSUL is brand of premium special hazard fire protection products owned by Tyco. Products from ANSUL are designed and manufactured to strict standards. If you need a special hazard fire protection system, you may want to consider an ANSUL system.… Continue Reading
Just like any other component of a fire protection system, fire extinguishers need to be regularly inspected and tested to ensure that there are no defects and make sure the extinguisher will perform well when it is discharged. What is… Continue Reading
Understanding the differences between fire protection systems can be difficult. Water mist and deluge systems both are popular choices for fire protection in a wide variety of facilities. Depending on your application, choosing one system over another may be beneficial.… Continue Reading
FM-200 and CO2 fire suppression systems are both accepted replacements for Halon fire suppression systems. While these systems have similar benefits when it comes to choosing them for fire suppression, they also have some key differences. What is FM-200? FM-200… Continue Reading