Between the freezing temperatures and the snow fall within the past few weeks, some commercial businesses are beginning to worry about their fire sprinklers. Like the pipes to your sink, fire sprinklers run the risk of freezing during these cold… Read More
Archive for the ‘Systems Offered’ Category
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Fire Sprinkler System Facts
Fire safety is nothing new in today’s society. Anyone who owns or manages a commercial building understands the importance of having a fire sprinkler system installed in the building. However, many of us only know some basic information about the… Read More
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The Need for a Kitchen Hood System
Working in a commercial kitchen may seem like an overall safe environment, but in reality, a commercial kitchen environment can be very hazardous. Because of this, a commercial kitchen should have a kitchen hood system installed. A kitchen hood system… Read More
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All about Air Sampling Smoke Detection
When it comes to keeping your commercial building safe, there are a number of different systems that can be installed to protect against commercial fires. One of the more unique, but quickly growing, systems is a an air sampling smoke… Read More
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4 Types of Fire Sprinkler Systems
It is best to have protection in commercial buildings in case of fire or smoke. Installing a sprinkler system is a good preventative measure to take. There are various types of fire sprinklers and below are descriptions of these so… Read More
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Preventing Commercial Fires this Winter Season
The winter season is almost here, which means Maryland residents are beginning to brace themselves for another year of frigid temperatures. As the risk for commercial fires continues to increase, building and business owners should be sure to educate their… Read More
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Commercial Fires: Common Causes
Commercial fires are quite common in the United States. In fact, the United States averages around 80,000 commercial fires occur each year. With these annual fires, the nation sees about 18,000 injuries, 3,000 fatalities, and at least 10 billion dollars… Read More
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Data Center Fires: How Rare are they?
Recently, a facility manager made a comment stating that fires in data centers are rare. In response to these naïve comments, Onward and Upward decided to highlight three recent data center fires to show that these fires do happen more… Read More
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Winter Dorm Fire Safety
As the temperatures continue to drop, college students throughout Maryland are preparing themselves for dorm life during the winter season. It is important for both new and current students to remember these dorm fire safety tips, not only during the… Read More
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Holiday Cooking Fire Safety Tips
With Thanksgiving knocking on our doorsteps, the holiday season is right around the corner for everyone. The holiday season means holiday parties, holiday shopping, and plenty of holiday cooking. With so much time being spent in the kitchen, homes are… Read More