Thoughts on Fire Blog

#357 – A Guide to Mechanical Tees for Fire Sprinkler Systems

August 11, 2020

Mechanical tees make adding branch lines to fire sprinkler systems easy. Learn how mechanical tees work and how to install them.

#356 – Sprinkler System Drain Caps: Why Do You Need 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.

#355 – When and How to Contact the Authority Having Jurisdiction

July 28, 2020

Learn when to contact your authority having jurisdiction—including for building permits, impairments, licenses, and other technical questions.

Concealed sprinkler head vs recessed sprinkler head

#354 – Recessed vs. Concealed Sprinkler Heads: What’s The Difference?

January 23, 2022July 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.

#353 – Victaulic Sprinkler Heads: A Guide to Different Models

July 14, 2020

Choosing fire sprinkler heads shouldn’t be hard. Learn about Victaulic sprinkler heads, including technical specs and global approvals.

#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.

#351 – A Guide to Viking Fire Sprinkler Heads

June 30, 2020

Viking fire sprinkler heads fill many roles. QRFS outlines the features of 3 lines of Viking’s commercial fire sprinkler heads—Model M, XT1, and Mirage.

#350 – Guide to Corrosion-Resistant Fire Sprinkler Heads

December 27, 2022June 23, 2020

Fire sprinkler heads corrode quickly in certain environments—here are the models that resist it Corrosion converts compounds such as iron, brass, and bronze from their metallic states into less reactive molecules, often oxides and sulfides. … Read more

#349 – Custom Fire Sprinkler Covers: A Perfect Match to Your Wall or Ceiling

December 1, 2022June 16, 2020

How to order custom colors and finishes for fire sprinkler cover plates Unmatched fire sprinkler covers can stand out like a sore thumb on a ceiling. But know this: painting them yourself to blend in … Read more

#348 – Sprinkler Identification Numbers and SIN Directories

August 30, 2022June 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.