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Fire Protection for Government Buildings

Posted on September 22, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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The Importance of Fire Sprinklers

Posted on September 10, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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Common Types of Special Hazards Fire Suppression

Posted on September 1, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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Types of Fire Detection

Posted on August 24, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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What Causes a Smoke Detector False Alarm?

Posted on June 2, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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When Should I Use an ANSUL Fire Suppression System?

Posted on April 21, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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Hydrostatic Testing of Fire Extinguishers

Posted on March 24, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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

Posted on March 24, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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FM-200 vs. CO2 Fire Protection Systems

Posted on March 17, 2020 by julie.heltunen

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 →

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Fire Suppression Systems for Valuable Equipment

Posted on February 11, 2020 by julie.heltunen

Many spaces have fire protection systems to protect against a fire. In most instances, traditional fire sprinkler systems that are installed in a building provide adequate fire protection for the entire building and for anything inside the building. However, there… Continue Reading →

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