#75 – Fire Sprinkler Systems: History, Types, and Uses
In this article, QRFS discusses the various types of sprinkler systems – including wet, dry, preaction, and deluge fire sprinkler systems – and their intended uses.
In this article, QRFS discusses the various types of sprinkler systems – including wet, dry, preaction, and deluge fire sprinkler systems – and their intended uses.
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 look at the history of the NFPA and life safety code and standards to gain a better understanding of the various versions and their differences.
The best way to identify issues with and replace fire sprinkler heads is through regular inspections, testing, and maintenance. But when should you perform any of these procedures? How do you know when to test or replace them? In this article, we’ll help you answer all of your most burning questions!
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.
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!
The fire department connection (FDC) is the access point for a building’s standpipe or sprinkler system to receive water from fire engines. Learn about FDC types, components, uses, and standards and code governing them.
Pilot clamps make pipe-fitting in the field much easier. They fasten to any cylindrical pipe using a clamp head, and provide accurate drilling through their hole saw guiding system.
Fire sprinkler escutcheons provide fire sprinkler heads aesthetic appeal and help the ceiling resist the passage of heat. Learn how retrofit escutcheons make replacing defective or missing escutcheons much, much easier.
How do you clean fire sprinkler heads? Great question! Read this blog to learn about the safety and health implications of dirty fire sprinklers, your options for replacing or cleaning the heads, and the BEST option for cleaning them.