Hangers Archives

#363 – How to Use Pipe Riser Clamps

September 22, 2020

To support vertical runs of pipe, riser clamps transfer the load to the building structure. QRFS explains how and where to install these devices.

Tope beam clamps for fire sprinkler pipe

#248 – A Guide to Top Beam Clamps for Fire Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems

August 13, 2019August 13, 2019

Top beam clamps used to hang pipes in fire sprinkler and standpipe systems perform well in buildings with steel beams and other metal supports. Learn how they work, where they’re used, and what fire code requires.

#113 – What Facility Managers Need to Inspect on a Fire Sprinkler System, Part 2

December 11, 2022June 19, 2018

Regular inspections are required to keep commercial fire sprinkler systems working and up to code. In the second installment of a series, QRFS explains the steps involved in the annual visual inspection of fire sprinkler pipe and fittings, plus how to classify any issues that are found.

#73 – Fasteners in a Fire Sprinkler System: Benefits, Considerations, and Types

April 22, 2019September 17, 2017

In this article, we dive deep into the world of fasteners. You’ll get a better understanding of what they are and how to use them, look at the guidelines provided by the NFPA, and explore available options.