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9 Common Fire Sprinkler Documentation Issues: Solved

9 Common Fire Sprinkler Documentation Issues: Solved

by Michelle Mellon | Jan 5, 2022 | Fire Sprinkler Systems

No fire protection strategy is complete without a plan for regular inspections, testing, and maintenance — and no regular inspection, testing, or maintenance services are complete without proper documentation. When it comes to building safety, documentation is needed...
How to Drain a Fire Sprinkler System

How to Drain a Fire Sprinkler System

by Micah Dickinson | Oct 26, 2021 | Fire Sprinkler Systems

All commercial buildings require fire protection — and in most cases, fire sprinkler systems are the solution that works to protect both your property and your people. If your facility has a fire sprinkler system, you may be aware that there are some situations that...
5 Year Internal Sprinkler Inspection: Requirements & What to Expect

5 Year Internal Sprinkler Inspection: Requirements & What to Expect

by Micah Dickinson | Apr 6, 2021 | Fire Protection System Inspections, Fire Sprinkler Systems

If it’s been a while since you’ve checked in with your internal sprinkler system, you might have an inspection coming up. Here’s what you need to know about your 5 year internal sprinkler inspection: what it’s for, what to expect, and how to prepare. What Is a 5 Year...
The Use of Antifreeze in Fire Sprinkler Systems: What to Know Before September 30, 2022

The Use of Antifreeze in Fire Sprinkler Systems: What to Know Before September 30, 2022

by Micah Dickinson | Feb 22, 2021 | Fire Sprinkler Systems

NFPA requirements for the use of antifreeze in wet fire sprinkler systems are changing. If you have a wet fire sprinkler system, it’s important to understand what is changing on September 30, 2022, so you can ensure your system is in compliance. This article...
Quick Response vs. Standard Response Sprinkler Heads

Quick Response vs. Standard Response Sprinkler Heads

by Micah Dickinson | Jan 19, 2021 | Fire Sprinkler Systems

Your building’s fire sprinkler system is what works to keep your people and property safe. In the event of a fire, the fire sprinkler system activates to ensure anyone in the building has time to get out and to minimize damages until the fire department can...
What Are Drum Drips and Winter Preventative Maintenance

What Are Drum Drips and Winter Preventative Maintenance

by Micah Dickinson | Dec 10, 2020 | Fire Protection System Inspections, Fire Sprinkler Systems

Drum drips are an important part of a dry fire sprinkler system because they help keep the system performing as it should. But, since dry fire sprinkler systems are often installed in locations where temperatures can drop below freezing, it’s important to check...
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