How a Fire Sprinkler Works Archives

#455 – Fusible link sprinkler head vs glass bulb sprinkler: the differences

July 11, 2024July 3, 2024

Fusible link fire sprinkler heads and glass bulb sprinklers are extremely similar, but some considerations exist. Learn the differences and when they matter.

#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.

#358 – How Much Water Pressure is Required for Fire Sprinkler Systems?

October 27, 2020August 18, 2020

Sufficient pressure is vital for working fire sprinklers. But how much sprinkler water pressure is enough? Learn the physics and NFPA rules.

#352 – The Essential Guide to Tyco Sprinkler Heads

January 23, 2022July 7, 2020

Choosing fire sprinklers shouldn’t be difficult. Learn about the broad selection of Tyco sprinkler heads for any application.

#303 – What Causes a Fire Sprinkler to Activate?

December 3, 2019

Understanding how sprinklers work can help people protect their property with confidence. Learn exactly what sets off a fire sprinkler—and what doesn’t.

Protecting artwork and museum fire protection systems

#298 – Protecting Artwork: Estate & Museum Fire Protection Systems

November 20, 2019

Protecting artwork from fire involves carefully choosing the right technology and implementing proper procedures. Learn about art and museum fire protection systems.

#260 – What Makes Residential Fire Sprinkler Heads Special?

September 2, 2019

QRFS examines the difference between residential fire sprinkler heads and other sprinkler heads, as well as NFPA standards for residential sprinkler systems.

#247 – XT1 Fire Sprinklers and Accessories: The “Next Generation” of Viking Sprinklers

January 21, 2022August 12, 2019

What do Viking’s new fire sprinklers, head guards, escutcheons, and water shields offer that earlier models don’t? QRFS looks at the Viking XT1 fire sprinkler platform, discussing product design, cross-compatibility between old and new products, and purchasing and identification tips.

#228 – Shattering Myths About Fire Sprinklers

July 16, 2019

QRFS explains why five common beliefs about fire protection simply aren’t true—and how fire sprinklers function reliably and precisely to save lives and property.

#210 – Explaining Sidewall Sprinkler Heads, Both Horizontal and Vertical

September 25, 2022June 20, 2019

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.