NFPA requires many signs in a fire sprinkler system. Learn about them all to ensure your system is properly marked. Why? So first responders, building managers, and fire professionals all access a well-marked, easy-to-navigate fire protection system that works.
Why would a fire protection system need to be drained? This article discusses four common reasons and details the various types of drains necessary for safely draining a fire sprinkler system. Included is a detailed breakdown of the primary drain valves in a sprinkler system: main drains, auxiliary drains, sectional drains, test drains, and more.
This article covers what a fire sprinkler escutcheon is, what it does, and why they’re necessary. It also explores the different types and how to replace them.
In this article, we show you what makes the Model A cover plate so unique, why they’re so rare, and help you explore the available replacement options.
In this article, we’ll look at the Test and Drain to uncover its benefits, uses, and features. We’ll explore relevant NFPA Code so we can help you put their suggested rules and guidance into perspective and understand why it matters to you!
Pre-fabricated residential fire sprinkler risers save contractors both time and money. Read this article to learn about the different pre-fab sprinkler riser options for residential and commercial systems.
Learn how butterfly valves work, their components, and the different types of valves used in fire protection.
Finding the right cover plate for you fire sprinkler is easier than you think. In this blog, learn how to remove your current fire sprinkler cover plate, figure out the manufacturer, and find the correct one for your sprinkler today!
Fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and standpipe systems use fire alarm bells in applications ranging from facilitating evacuation to getting the attention of firefighters. QRFS explains how fire alarm bell mounting height depends on a range of factors, including whether the bell serves a waterflow alarm or a fire alarm system.
Angle hose valves give firefighters or trained building occupants access to a standpipe system’s supply of water. Learn more about these vital pieces of equipment!
