Although fire sprinkler systems have a proven track record of helping to save lives and protect property, there are still many misconceptions about fire sprinklers. With a push for more fire sprinkler systems to be installed in homes and other… Continue Reading
During the holiday season, many people spend a lot of time in the kitchen with friends and family. Cooking during the holidays should be an enjoyable and pleasant experience. Practicing fire safety methods in the kitchen is a great way… Continue Reading
If you have a clean agent fire suppression system installed in your facility, you’ve taken a great first step towards protecting lives from a fire. However, simply installing a system and doing nothing more is not enough. If you want… Continue Reading
Having the earliest warning possible is a large part of a fire protection system helping save not only lives, but limiting damage caused by fires. A fire can happen at any time and in often the least likely place you… Continue Reading
The loss that a fire creates can be catastrophic and even though sprinkler systems are meant to help, the damage that the water causes may give owners an additional headache and extensive damage to systems, especially in the event of… 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
Preventing fires is key to Life Safety of your loved ones. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) understands the importance of fire prevention, which is why they dedicate an entire week to the cause every October. This year, the week… Continue Reading
Deluge Vs. Pre-Action Fire Protection Systems There are several types of fire protection systems available when it comes to protecting your home, business, and or assets. There are wet systems, dry systems, fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, and many… Continue Reading
Fire suppression systems are often necessary in many industries to maximize the safety of the occupants and assets within a building. A fire suppression system is used to control and extinguish a fire, often using wet or dry chemicals. When… Continue Reading
The Station Nightclub Fire Fifteen years ago, on February 20, 2003, a fire broke out at the Station nightclub in Rhode Island. Pyrotechnics caused the foam used to soundproof the walls to start ablaze and within minutes, 100 people died. This tragic… Continue Reading