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Interested in learning more about fire protection solutions, safety systems, or security technology? We’ll keep you posted with answers to your most frequently asked questions, updates on new technology, and company news you might be interested in.
What Are the 5 Different Classes of Fires?
While fire can seem like one big threatening force, it’s important to know that there are actually several classes of fires. A fire's class can determine how quickly it burns, how dangerous it is, and the best way to suppress or put it out. The 5 different classes of...
The Basics of Construction Fire Safety
Construction sites can cause some of the most dangerous and expensive fires. The worksite is fraught with risks, and if a fire breaks out, it can spread rapidly and create situations that make it difficult for firefighters to gain control of the fire or rescue trapped...
Hospital Fire Drill Requirements
The Joint Commission Environment of Care standard EC.02.03.03 requires hospitals to conduct regular, varied fire drills, and to routinely evaluate the effectiveness of the procedure, fire safety equipment, building features, and staff response. All drills and...
What is a Fire Watch, and How to Conduct One
You rely on your fire safety equipment and protocols to protect you in an emergency. You’ve likely invested in fire suppression technology and alarm systems that are designed to save life and property during a fire. But what if a fire happens during an unexpected...
Fire Extinguisher 101
Fires can be extremely dangerous if not dealt with quickly and require swift action in order to extinguish them safely. To help you deal with fires effectively, let’s start with the most important information you need to know about fire extinguishers. Then, we’ll...
Data Center Fire Protection Best Practices
Data center security is essential, not only to protect data you host against cyber attack or corruption, but also against physical threats like fire from overheating servers, electrical malfunction, or other unexpected cause. If a fire starts in your data center, are...
5 Year Internal Sprinkler Inspection: Requirements & What to Expect
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...
What is an Ansul System Inspection?
The Ansul R-102 Restaurant Fire Suppression System is the industry standard for fire safety in professional kitchens and restaurants. If you're looking into restaurant fire protection requirements, this is most likely the system you have, and will need help...
Smoke Detector Sensitivity Testing Requirements
Any electronic device is likely to decline in effectiveness over time, and your facility’s smoke detectors are no different. Whether it’s due to dust particles, age of the materials, or older technology, smoke detectors can become less sensitive over time, and a smoke...
Does Your Fire Alarm System Need an Upgrade?
How do you know when it's time to replace or upgrade your fire alarm system? Testing your system might feel like a hassle, but you certainly don't want to wait for a fire hazard to occur to realize that your fire alarm system isn’t working the way it should. Here are...
The Use of Antifreeze in Fire Sprinkler Systems: What to Know Before September 30, 2022
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 will...
What are the 5 Types of Fire Extinguishers?
You know your workplace or industrial facility needs a fire extinguisher, but when it comes to using a fire extinguisher or purchasing a new one, how do you know which one you need? There's a lot that goes into proper fire protection of your building, and it's...
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