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Common Types of Special Hazards Fire Suppression

Special hazard fire suppression systems go beyond traditional fire sprinkler systems to provide fire protection in commercial and industrial facilities.…

Types of Fire Detection

One of the most important components of fighting a fire is ensuring that the fire is detected early on. Early…

What Causes a Smoke Detector False Alarm?

Whenever your fire alarm system goes off, your first instinct tells you to find the source of a possible fire,…

When Should I Use an ANSUL Fire Suppression System?

ANSUL is brand of premium special hazard fire protection products owned by Tyco. Products from ANSUL are designed and manufactured…

Hydrostatic Testing of Fire Extinguishers

Just like any other component of a fire protection system, fire extinguishers need to be regularly inspected and tested to…

Water Mist and Deluge Systems: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the differences between fire protection systems can be difficult. Water mist and deluge systems both are popular choices for…

FM-200 vs. CO2 Fire Protection Systems

FM-200 and CO2 fire suppression systems are both accepted replacements for Halon fire suppression systems. While these systems have similar…

Fire Suppression Systems for Valuable Equipment

Many spaces have fire protection systems to protect against a fire. In most instances, traditional fire sprinkler systems that are…

Fire Safety Tips After Buying a New Home

When you buy a new home, fire safety probably isn’t the first thing on your mind.  Figuring out where to put…

Kitchen Hood Suppression Inspections

Just like any other fire suppression system, kitchen hoods need to be inspected on a regular basis to ensure they…