Fireline was recently honored by the Baltimore Business Journal for their Family-Owned Business Awards 2023. According to the journal, these awards are presented to “enterprises that have endured through multiple generations, have continued to change with the times and that… Read More
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Oxygen Corrosion in Fire Sprinklers
Oxygen corrosion in sprinkler systems isn’t widely known by building owners and property managers, who must properly maintain these systems in order to operate a safe facility. Unfortunately, many of them don’t find out about the issue until their system… Read More
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Spring Fire Safety
Spring is officially here, and that means a lot of people will be heading back outside to enjoy the sunshine, comfortable spring breeze, and fresh air. It also means there are a few fire hazards to keep an eye out… Read More
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5 Common Fire Extinguisher Questions Answered
Knowing the ins and outs of fire safety equipment isn’t necessarily on top of everyone’s to-do list, but it is important. Fire safety is something everyone should take seriously, and part of this is understanding fire extinguishers and how they… Read More
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Common Fire Extinguisher Mistakes
Few things are scarier than being faced with a fire. What could possibly make it worse? Well, not having an operational fire extinguisher or not knowing how to use a fire extinguisher might make the situation even more stressful. Here… Read More
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How to Operate a Fire Extinguisher
Many people overlook the importance of knowing how to operate a fire extinguisher until they need to use one. Hollywood movies make it look easy, but without proper training, you run the risk of operating the extinguisher incorrectly and failing… Read More
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Fire Safety in Schools
Schools are a pillar of society – our children go to school to learn and develop social skills. When it comes to keeping children safe, schools need to be vigilant. This includes taking fire safety seriously.
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A Reminder to Inspect Your Fire Protection Systems
In December, an explosion occurred at a recycling facility in Marengo, Iowa. The facility, called C-6 Zero, used substantial amounts of chemical compounds to break down roof shingles and recycle the material. Unfortunately, an explosion lead to a large fire… Read More
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How PFAS is Affecting the Fire Suppression Industry
The hot topic in the fire suppression industry, as well as several others, is the shift away from PFAS chemicals. In particular, the use of PFAS chemicals in special hazards fire suppression systems will no longer be an option. 3M,… Read More
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Dormitory Fire Safety Tips
When you’re living in a college dormitory, there are fire safety rules that need to be followed. It can be tedious, but these rules are put in place to keep everyone safe. Remember—everything that has the potential to start a… Read More