A burning fire has three necessary ingredients: oxygen, fuel, and heat. When at least one of the three ingredients are taken away or diminished, a fire is extinguished. A carbon dioxide fire suppression system works by eliminating the oxygen present… Continue Reading
In a hospital, patient health and safety are the top priorities. Installing a fire protection system should also be a priority, as it will promote the safety of the patients, staff, and visitors of the hospital. A Hospital’s Unique Risks… Continue Reading
Why special hazard systems? Fire alarms and sprinkler systems can help fight a fire, but depending on the type of facility, sprinklers may cause additional damage to the property and items that it is there to protect. That is where… Continue Reading
Water is not the only option for extinguishing a fire. In fact, water may make a fire burn more uncontrollably in some cases. Knowing which form of fire suppression to use on different types of fires or hazards is critical… Continue Reading