#224 – Fire Sprinkler System Pipe Material: The Pros and Cons of Copper and CPVC
QRFS finishes its examination of common fire sprinkler system pipe materials by taking a hard look at copper and CPVC, two of the most popular options.
QRFS finishes its examination of common fire sprinkler system pipe materials by taking a hard look at copper and CPVC, two of the most popular options.
QRFS examines the advantages and disadvantages of steel pipe, one of the most popular fire sprinkler system pipe materials for commercial applications.
QRFS explains fire protection for automotive paint spray booths & areas, introducing NFPA standards plus the appropriate use of fire sprinkler systems.
Flow and pressure switches may look similar, but choosing the wrong type can have serious consequences for fire protection systems. Learn about their construction, use, and code requirements.
QRFS continues its series on dry sprinkler testing requirements by detailing the quarterly and semiannual tests required by NFPA 25.
QRFS examines what to do if you’ve uncovered fire sprinkler corrosion in pipes—and steps you can take to avoid costly repairs or system replacements in the future.
Installers and designers rely on NFPA 13 for the effective placement of fire sprinklers. To learn more about the maximum and minimum distances from standard sprinkler heads to walls—and from one head to another—read on.
Fire sprinkler installations are becoming increasingly popular as more state and local governments adopt model codes (partially or in whole) as laws. This article highlights current trends & legislative activity.
Sidewall sprinkler heads are an impressive and helpful addition to any fire protection designer’s toolkit. Learn how they work and the important ways in which horizontal and vertical models differ.
An overview of the fire protection requirements for storage facilities, which are often fewer than many other occupancy types.