Fire safety is an important building feature that can be overlooked, especially in older or already existing buildings. Fire systems are continuously advancing to better protect homes, businesses, and individuals. Whether your home was built last year or decades ago it is never too late to install a modern fire system. Retrofitting buildings for fire…
2022 is 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week (FPW). FPW began in 1922 when it was sponsored as a public observance by the NFPA. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. This year FPW is October 9 – 15. Every…
Once a fire sprinkler is installed, it also needs to be maintained in order to properly function. Installing the fire sprinkler system is the first step to keeping occupants in the building safe, but fire sprinkler inspections help ensure safety for the years following. A fire sprinkler inspection is done to evaluate the performance of…
It is extremely important to take care of your fire protection systems so that they function properly when a fire occurs. While basic maintenance of fire sprinkler and alarm systems is the responsibility of the business owner, for more complicated inspections, testing, service and repair it is important to hire the help of a fire…
There are many types of fire suppression agents that are used to protect people and properties from fires. It can be hard to know which type of suppression agent is right for you. Clean agent fire suppression systems are a popular choice for applications that need a fast-acting, safe and clean form of fire protection.…
This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 3rd – October 9th. Fire Prevention Week is a national observance that is sponsored by the NFPA every year on the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire. The goal of Fire Prevention Week is to spread awareness and educate the public about fire…
It is important for fire sprinkler systems to be inspected and tested regularly to stay functional and code compliant. A sprinkler system may not work as it was designed to if it is not regularly inspected or tested. How Often Should Fire Sprinklers be Inspected? The frequency of your fire sprinkler inspections is typically based…
A monitored alarm system provides added protection that a standard fire alarm system does not offer with round the clock protection for your facilities. Fire alarm monitoring systems by alert the proper authorities and emergency contacts when a fire alarm or security alarm system goes off. How Does an Alarm Monitoring System Work? When a…
On October 8th, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire broke out. This fire caused 250 deaths, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, left 100,000 homeless, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land. Every year, on the week of October 9th, Fire Prevention Week is recognized to commemorate this tragic event. This year Fire Prevention Week is…
Special hazard fire protection systems are used in facilities where traditional fire sprinkler systems will not be adequate at suppressing a fire. These areas are often highly hazardous or have valuable materials that could possibly be destroyed by water damage. A special hazard fire suppression system is designed to mitigate damage the property based on…
