June 4, 2019
Many marking tools don’t perform well on non-porous surfaces like metal—and the marks they leave aren’t suited to rough handling, heat, weather, and other extreme conditions. QRFS explains how oil-based paint markers for metal can make life easier for those working in construction, metalwork, and other industries.
June 3, 2019
QRFS explains best practices for caring for life safety rope, meeting NFPA requirements, and avoiding damage that can put firefighters’ lives at risk.
May 31, 2019
QRFS looks at the latest updates on Grenfell Tower, explaining what’s known about the fire’s causes and fallout before turning to the question of whether fires like this could happen in the United States.
May 30, 2019
QRFS explains the evolution of the modern fire hose, explaining how fire hose liners and jackets were developed to resist abrasion, weathering, and pressure to reliably fight fires.
May 29, 2019
QRFS begins a multiple-part series on NFPA 25 testing requirements for dry sprinkler systems with daily, weekly, and monthly requirements.
May 28, 2019
Knowledge of rated bends, manufacturers, and fire code can help contractors make informed decisions about the selection and installation of flexible fire sprinkler drops. To learn more about FlexHead, VicFlex, and other leading products, read on.
May 27, 2019
Bicycle teams, virtual reality, and explosive wildfires—it’s all here in QRFS’s look at news about active-duty military firefighters and other intersections between the armed services and firefighting.
May 24, 2019
QRFS explains why replacing corrosive air with nitrogen can substantially extend the life of dry sprinkler systems.
May 22, 2019
QRFS looks at the adoption of flexible fire sprinkler drops, explaining how they work with suspended ceilings, why they install faster than sprinkler armovers, and how they help installers protect sprinkler systems against earthquakes.
May 21, 2019
Growth in the use of automatic fire sprinklers continues to surge thanks to a combination of technology innovation, regulatory trends, and growing documentation on the effectiveness and reliability of fire sprinklers across industries and sectors.
May 20, 2019
Learn about pipe joint lubricant: what it does, when it’s used, safety issues, and how lubricants vary across leading brands such as Phoenix 27 XL, Phoenix 27 A, and ProSelect.
May 17, 2019
QRFS looks at how today’s life safety codes tackle the issue of school shooting prevention, explaining why many building codes prohibit the use of barriers, how fire alarms can be protected against malicious use, and how new codes streamline emergency responses to an active shooter situation.
May 16, 2019
QRFS finishes its thorough guide to meeting NFPA 25 timelines for dry sprinkler system inspections, covering the longer deadlines for various components.
May 15, 2019
QRFS looks at the fire and building code governing access panels to help consumers decide when it’s safe to install standard, non-rated drywall access panels—and when it’s necessary to choose a fire-rated panel instead.
May 14, 2019
Codes and standards place responsibility for fire sprinkler inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) on the property owner but contractors are typically used to do it. Writing a clear scope of work can help guarantee reliable, code-compliant ITM.
May 10, 2019
QRFS explores how simple pipe accessories and specialized tools—from ground-penetrating radar to infrared imaging—can expedite the task of finding and fixing a leak in the underground pipes serving standpipe systems.
May 9, 2019
Flow tests and hydrostatic tests can uncover problems with private fire service mains serving a standpipe system. QRFS explains how standpipe testing procedures can point to a leak underground.
May 8, 2019
Every 88 seconds, a home in the United States catches fire. QRFS provides an overview of home fire extinguishers, explaining extinguisher types, sizes, ratings, and other key recommendations for their selection and strategic placement in the home.
