It is easy to associate home fire protection with winter. Typically, these are the months of space heaters, decorative candles, fireplaces, and holiday lights. Just because we are less inclined to use heating appliances does not mean we should not… Read More
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When You Should Consider a Clean Agent Fire Suppression System?
If you are looking for guidance on whether a clean agent fire suppression system is a good solution, there are a couple of things to consider. Clean agent fire suppression systems work well in certain environments and buildings, so it is… Read More
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Efficient and Cost Effective Fire Protection System Inspections
Think of all the systems that keep your building protected from fire as one interconnected system. Each component works together to detect, locate, and suppress fires, alerting building occupants when evaluation is required. When one system is not working properly,… Read More
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A Residential Smoke Detectors Guide
Smoke detectors are critical for home fire safety. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) notes that nearly 60 percent of the fire deaths happen in homes with no smoke detectors. As important as these types of devices are, using an… Read More
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Safe and Effective Use of Fire Extinguishers
Household fires are always a concern. They can be caused due to cooking, an electrical malfunction, or improperly discarded smoking materials. Fires can spread very fast and be absolutely devastating. Home fire extinguishers are a must so you can put… Read More
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Fires in Data Centers and Server Rooms
You might not realize it, but there are significant fire hazards in data centers and server rooms. Damages caused by fire can total in the millions but there are other serious costs. Fires can lead to a loss of critical… Read More
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Fire Sprinkler System Corrosion
If you are reading this, you’re likely wondering what is sprinkler system corrosion. Corrosion in sprinkler piping is a major cause of sprinkler system failures. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 10% of sprinkler system failures are caused… Read More
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Warehouse and Distribution Center Fire Risks
If you run a warehouse or distribution center, it is crucial to understand your building’s fire risks. In general, these types of spaces are large and have multiple fire risks. It is crucial for those in charge to understand that… Read More
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Restaurant Fire Protection Tips
Restaurants present a high risk of fire. Cooking oils, electric appliances paper products, cleaning chemicals, open flames, or hot equipment all make the commercial kitchen very susceptible to fire. A small fire can turn into a big fire with the… Read More
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A Guide to Fire Pumps
Fire pumps are used in commercial buildings where the water supply is insufficient to meet the needs of the fire sprinkler and standpipe systems. They can have electric or diesel engine drivers, although electric-driven pumps are more common. If you… Read More