From security systems to fire protection systems, companies spend hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars protecting their commercial spaces. But how do you find the most qualified contractor for the job? If not protected correctly, your commercial space could go… Read More
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Pre-action Systems in Data Centers
Data centers present a unique fire protection challenge. Their function is vitally critical to a healthy, efficient business. Any down time can be a death blow to business continuity. For this reason, water in sprinkler piping is a worry that… Read More
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Standard versus Quick Response Sprinkler Heads
Did you know there are actually six different characteristics that define a sprinkler system’s ability to control a fire? These characteristics include thermal sensitivity, orifice size, temperature rating, special service conditions, water distribution, and installation orientation. Along with these characteristics,… Read More
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When Should You Use a Fire Extinguisher?
Although sprinkler systems are designed to extinguish fires in your commercial space, they are not really designed to target one area of your business. If there is a small, management fire in your business, using a fire extinguisher may be… Read More
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Common Sprinkler System Malfunctions
Like any other systems in your business, sprinkler systems have been known to malfunction every once in a while. Although they happen rarely, these malfunctions do happen and could affect your business. Let’s take a moment to discuss five of… Read More
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Different Types of Commercial Fire Alarms
Whether you are upgrading your fire protection systems in your building or need to install new fire alarms, it is important to understand the different types of commercial fire alarms available. From the automatic alarm systems to the manual alarms,… Read More
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Safety Tips for Your Fourth of July Weekend
With the Fourth of July quickly approaching, we would like to take this opportunity to review some fireworks and barbeque safety tips for homeowners. So whether you are heading to your local park for a family cookout or hosting… Read More
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Common Fire Hazards in Your Commercial Kitchen
According to a 2012 report by the NFPA, there was a total of 7,640 structural fires in eating and drinking establishments between 2006 and 2010. Luckily, these fires only caused two civilian deaths and 115 civilian injuries. But they also… Read More
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How Far Away Should Your Commercial Fire Extinguishers Be?
When installing commercial fire extinguishers in your building, it is not just to keep your building up to code. These extinguishers will be used to protect your employees, customers, and equipment if there is a fire. According to local fire… Read More
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Four Reasons Fire Sprinkler Systems Fail
A 2013 study performed by the NFPA concluded that fire sprinkler systems are effective 91 percent in all reported structure fires. But what about the other nine percent of the time? This percentage represents a number of times a fire… Read More