How to avoid an electrical fire. When looking at how to avoid an electrical fire, there’s many important factors to consider. This article takes a look at some of the best precautionary measures and also what to do in the… Continue Reading
Fire Sprinklers are a great way to protect your property from a fire. Fire sprinkler systems automatically respond a fire, reacting quickly and limiting property damage. If you own a commercial or residential building, chances are you’ll want fire sprinkler… Continue Reading
Life safety systems are made up of elements that are designed to protect your building and its occupants during a fire or emergency situation. There are many components that make up life safety systems. Having an integrated and fully functioning… Continue Reading
A gas detection system detects the presence of harmful gases inside or outside of a building. These gases may be toxic to humans or they could be combustible and cause a deadly fire. When a gas detection system is interfaced… Continue Reading
An Inergen Fire Suppression system uses the naturally occurring gases nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide to put out a fire. It is a clean agent system that can be used in applications where water is not suitable for fire protection.… Continue Reading
When it comes to fire safety, high rise buildings have additional challenges that are not found in low rise buildings. In high rises, the time it takes to exit a building is longer, the number of people in the building… Continue Reading
A pre-action fire sprinkler system is similar to a dry-pipe sprinkler system. In a pre-action system, the water is held back by a pre-action valve. The valve is opened when flame, heat, or smoke is detected. Two things must happen… Continue Reading
Protecting Your Warehouse from a Fire According to the National Fire Protection Association, 1,210 warehouse structure fires were reported each year during 2009-2013. These fires caused $155 million in direct property damage, 19 civilian injuries, and 3 civilian deaths on… Continue Reading
When it comes to fire protection in schools, you will want to be prepared. From elementary schools to college campuses, a lot of young lives are at stake when a fire breaks out in a school. Having the proper fire… Continue Reading
While at work, school, or at home, you may not even notice the fire extinguishers that are placed throughout the building. Many people probably don’t think twice about fire extinguishers until there comes a time when they need to use… Continue Reading