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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.

#347 – Fire Sprinkler Manufacturers: Who Are They?

June 3, 2020June 2, 2020

A look at the global empires and family-owned businesses shaping fire protection Today’s fire sprinkler manufacturers—including those that largely serve the USA and Canada—may all seem to offer kind of the same thing. Much of … Read more

#346 – Pitot Gauge Kits for Fire Hose Testing & Hydrant Flow Tests

January 23, 2022May 27, 2020

Even fire pump testing gets easier with complete kits for the ITM professional A pitot gauge has long been an essential piece of equipment for hydrant flow tests and fire hose testing. Still, inspection, testing, … Read more

#345 – How to Turn Off a Sprinkler Head with a Shutgun Sprinkler Stopper

May 28, 2020May 19, 2020

A simple, effective fire sprinkler tool stops water fast Fire sprinklers are incredibly reliable and save lives, extinguishing fires or controlling them and buying time for occupants to escape and firefighters to arrive. But sometimes, … Read more