Nothing is more important to your family and customers’ safety than your building’s smoke detectors and fire alarms. These devices notify occupants where there’s smoke or fire, leaving enough time to safely exit the building. But there are some maintenance… Read More
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How to Avoid Common Fire Protection System Code Violations
Common fire code violations are easy to overlook, and they can interfere with your fire protection system and it’s ability to operate properly. You must regularly check your systems to avoid a potential disaster. Read on to learn how to… Read More
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Fire Protection: Picking a Fire Pump
A Fire pump is an unsung heroes of fire protection systems. They supplement water supply and provide pressure to allow your sprinkler systems to work. When water mains can’t provide adequate supply, fire pumps are then installed to meet system… Read More
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Where You Should Install a Carbon Monoxide Detector
Dryer vents, water heaters, furnaces, fireplaces, lawnmowers, and space heaters are just a few appliances that are found in many houses across the country. These and other fuel-burning, gas-powered appliances produce carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, tasteless, and impossible… Read More
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How to Properly Clean up Fire Extinguisher Residue
When a small fire breaks out in your house or business, a portable fire extinguisher is a swift and effective response. Once the fire is completely extinguished, it is essential to know how to clean up fire extinguisher residue. This way, you can assess… Read More
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Six Essential Summer Fire Safety Tips
People all over the United States are starting to participate in summer vacations, camping, family parties, picnics, barbeques, and more. As great as the summertime is, it can pose a serious fire threat. Injuries from fires and fireworks, as well… Read More
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Life Safety and Proper Fire Protection in Hospitals
In a hospital or healthcare facility, patient health and safety is the number one priority. Professionally designed, installed and maintained fire protection systems are a critical part of patient, staff and visitors safety. Fire protection should never be forgotten or minimized, especially… Read More
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The Top 3 Causes of Fire Damage in Warehouses
Distribution warehouses all across the nation are running at full speed to meet consumers’ demands amid this current pandemic. It has never been more essential for these warehouses to stay entirely safe and operational. Distribution warehouse fires can cause severe… Read More
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Four Things You Should Know About Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers
Knowing the multiple classifications of fire is vital in understanding which kind of fire extinguisher to use in an emergency. A carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher is usually used for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) as well as Class… Read More
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The Three Most Common Causes for House Fires
In the last few years, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has issued multiple new reports that lend detailed insight into the top reasons for residential house fires. This blog summarizes the top causes of house fires and some of… Read More