If you manage a property or own a business, you probably have heard about the importance of fire protection systems, but do you know the difference between a sprinkler system and a suppression system? Do you know how fire suppression systems work or how to choose the right fire protection system for your establishment? It…
The National Fire Protection Association produces a series of numbered codes and standards for the life safety industry. NFPA 25 is the standard for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems. Among other things, it details the inspection and testing requirements for fire pumps – a very important component in many automatic…
Not all buildings and areas within a building are created equal. These different environments frequently require different approaches to fire protection. For example, dry sprinkler systems are specifically designed for buildings that are susceptible to freezing temperatures. Examples include: Unheated warehouses Retail and residential parking garages Loading docks Commercial freezers and cooler boxes Commercial/residential attics…