Fire Sprinkler Systems Archives

#425 – Escutcheon Adjustment Ranges & Types of Adjustable Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons

June 7, 2023April 26, 2023

Many fire sprinkler escutcheons provide some leeway. Learn about fire sprinkler escutcheon adjustment types and which one you need.

#424 – Missing Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons: The Real Impacts on Performance

June 7, 2023April 12, 2023

When and why do you have to replace missing fire sprinkler escutcheons? QRFS explains the rules and reasons, examining the potential impacts on spray patterns and activation.

#420 – Concentric Reducer vs Eccentric Reducer vs Reducing Coupling

February 16, 2023February 15, 2023

Learn why installers use reducing couplings, concentric reducers, or eccentric reducers in fire protection grooved pipe systems.

#419 – What Are Electrically Operated Fire Sprinklers?

February 16, 2023February 1, 2023

Electrically operated fire sprinklers are the latest technology for protecting high-challenge environments. Learn how they work and must be maintained.

#418 – Explaining Fire Sprinkler Acronyms: ELO, ESFR & ECOH Sprinklers

March 1, 2023January 19, 2023

What’s the difference between ESFR sprinklers, ECOH sprinklers, and ELO sprinklers? QRFS explains these confusing fire sprinkler acronyms.

#417 – Fire Sprinkler Head Replacement: Changes to NFPA 25 Rules

June 7, 2023January 11, 2023

The rules for fire sprinkler head replacement when you find paint, loading, or corrosion have gotten looser over the years. Learn when new sprinklers are necessary.

#414 – Fire Sprinkler Testing Procedures & Replacement in NFPA 25

May 18, 2023November 23, 2022

Fire sprinkler testing happens decades after installation for most but not all sprinklers. Learn the NFPA 25 testing & replacement rules and what labs assess.

#410 – Comparing Tyco, Viking & Reliable Institutional Fire Sprinklers

October 14, 2024September 21, 2022

Institutional fire sprinklers help prevent tampering and self-harm. Learn about the features and specs for Tyco, Viking, and Reliable institutional-style models.

#409 – Disaster Preparedness & Fire Protection Systems

December 16, 2022September 6, 2022

Is your fire protection system ready for a disaster? This National Preparedness Month, make a plan for possible emergencies.

#406 – ESFR Sprinklers: A Strong Line of Defense in Storage Applications

April 12, 2022April 6, 2022

ESFR sprinklers are designed to suppress fires in high-challenge storage occupancies. Learn how they work and their benefits and drawbacks vs. other systems.