August 11, 2020
Mechanical tees make adding branch lines to fire sprinkler systems easy. Learn how mechanical tees work and how to install them.
August 4, 2020
Grooved drain caps make it simple to flush water from fire protection systems thoroughly, and also serve as transitional fittings. Learn more.
July 28, 2020
Learn when to contact your authority having jurisdiction—including for building permits, impairments, licenses, and other technical questions.
July 21, 2020
Recessed sprinklers stay in sight. Cover plates hide concealed sprinklers. But learn why there’s more to these types sprinklers than meets the eye.
July 14, 2020
Choosing fire sprinkler heads shouldn’t be hard. Learn about Victaulic sprinkler heads, including technical specs and global approvals.
July 7, 2020
Choosing fire sprinklers shouldn’t be difficult. Learn about the broad selection of Tyco sprinkler heads for any application.
June 30, 2020
Viking fire sprinkler heads fill many roles. QRFS outlines the features of three lines of Viking’s commercial fire sprinkler heads—Model M, XT1, and Mirage.
June 23, 2020
In some environments, fire sprinklers corrode quickly. Learn about corrosion-resistant sprinkler heads that are listed to resist corrosion.
June 16, 2020
How to order custom finishes and colors for fire sprinkler cover plates that won’t detract from a flawless room.
June 12, 2020
Sprinkler identification numbers make code-compliant repairs and upgrades possible. Use our tables to quickly find the sprinklers, escutcheons, wrenches, and cover plates you need.
June 2, 2020
Learn about the history of fire sprinkler manufacturers serving the USA & Canada, including Reliable, Tyco, Viking, Victaulic & Senju.
May 27, 2020
Learn about the features of pitot gauge kits—including the gauges, blades, tubes & more—and how they make testing easier and more accurate.
May 19, 2020
Learn how to turn off a sprinkler head with the Shutgun fire sprinkler tool—and read a story about a contractor using one to avoid serious water damage.
May 12, 2020
Learn how to prepare for a fire marshal inspection by knowing the basic requirements—and by utilizing this fire inspection checklist.
May 5, 2020
To stop water from an activated fire sprinkler, you have two options: closing a control valve or using a sprinkler stopper. Learn which is best!
April 28, 2020
Learn the difference between backflow preventers vs. check valves, and why backflow preventers offer the best protection against water contamination.
April 21, 2020
Learn how Backflow Check Key Tools make it easier and safer to service check valves in backflow preventers.
April 15, 2020
Backflow preventers stop harmful contaminants from polluting municipal drinking water. Learn more about backflow and when backflow preventers are required.
