A fire can double in size every 60 seconds. When the unthinkable happens you need the fire department to respond …
What causes pinhole leaks in fire sprinkler systems?
Fire Sprinkler Pinhole Leaks You may think only wet sprinkler systems, ones with water filled throughout the entire fire sprinkler …
Protecting Wet Fire Sprinkler Systems from Corrosion
Wet Fire Sprinklers – Protection from Corrosion Wet fire sprinkler systems are filled with water under pressure throughout the system …
Protecting Dry and Pre-action Fire Sprinkler Systems from Corrosion
Dry Fire Sprinklers – Protection from Corrosion Dry or pre-action (a two-step activation) fire sprinkler systems are typically filled with …
What is NICET?
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) is a non-profit organization that was established in 1961 to create a …
All Fire Extinguishers are not created equal
Plastic parts can fail. On November 2, 2017, The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of more …
Fire Department Connections – Why do I need a cap?
Fire Sprinkler – Fire Department Connections Fire Department Connections (FDC) provide a necessary access point for firefighters; when they arrive …
What are Fire Sprinkler Cover Plates?
Fire Sprinkler Cover Plates Fire sprinkler cover plates, also known as covers, concealers, discs, and caps are an important and …
Escutcheons: What are they and why do I need them?
Here’s a discussion about escutcheons. Escutcheons, also known as trim plates, sleeves, design rings or extenders, are a very important …
Alarm Monitoring Concerns
– Friday, October 14, 2016 4:00 PM CST It’s been reported throughout the Chicagoland area that an alarm monitoring station …