July 8, 2016
The fire department connection (FDC) is the access point for a building’s standpipe or sprinkler system to receive water from fire engines. Learn about FDC types, components, uses, and standards and code governing them.
June 30, 2016
FDC plugs ensure the effectiveness of a building’s fire department connection by preventing foreign material from entering and clogging waterways.
June 24, 2016
Hydrant pressure tests ensure that a city’s water supply and fire hydrants are in working condition and up to code. They determine the pressure and rate of flow at any point in a city’s water distribution system. Learn about the test and how it is conducted.
June 17, 2016
Pilot clamps make pipe-fitting in the field much easier. They fasten to any cylindrical pipe using a clamp head, and provide accurate drilling through their hole saw guiding system.
June 10, 2016
Portable and versatile, locking hole-saw guides known as pilot clamps make drilling holes in metal pipes easy. Learn about their uses and benefits here.
June 3, 2016
Fire sprinkler escutcheons provide fire sprinkler heads aesthetic appeal and help the ceiling resist the passage of heat. Learn how retrofit escutcheons make replacing defective or missing escutcheons much, much easier.
May 27, 2016
Blockages in a fire department connection can prove catastrophic for buildings and the people in them. QRFS explains how to install FDC caps used to protect the waterways serving a building’s fire protection system.
May 20, 2016
Need to test a fire hydrant’s rate of discharge? Read this blog to find out how this is accomplished, and what steps should be taken to ensure accurate results. A popular way to perform hydrant flow testing is by using a Pitot gauge, which consists of three components: a blade, handle, and gauge. It remains one of the fastest, most efficient methods for measuring both straight tip and hydrant flow GPM to uncover reduced flow rates.
April 22, 2016
Fire sprinkler gauges – air or water pressure gauges installed at various points throughout the system – provide building owners and firefighters with an easy, visual way to prove the system has an adequate supply of water. Learn what to look for when purchasing sprinkler gauges, including the necessary certifications required by most building codes and how to ensure your current gauges are working correctly.
April 18, 2016
Handheld digital pressure gauges add long life and useful features that make them a worthy alternative to analog measuring devices.
April 10, 2016
Ashcroft Gauges have set the standard for Fire Protection and Testing for over a century. Learn about the company and their fire protection and testing-specific gauges in this blog.
March 4, 2016
Quick response fire sprinkler heads help people escape burning buildings before it’s too late. QRFS explains the mission of a quick response sprinkler, looking at types, characteristics, and identification to help consumers find exactly the sprinkler head they need.
February 19, 2016
Learn how tamper switches help prevent shut-off fire sprinkler systems that fail in an emergency, plus the types suited for different valves.
February 5, 2016
The fire sprinkler industry is full of jargon. Learning this sub-language is very important when ordering new or replacement parts, and this blog provides The Definitive Guide to Fire Sprinkler Covers vs. Sprinkler Escutcheons.
January 22, 2016
We all know fire sprinklers protect your business or home in the event of a fire. But what protects the sprinkler? A fire sprinkler head guard!
January 8, 2016
Like all electrical devices, fire alarm bells require extra consideration during outdoor installations. QRFS explains how fire sprinkler systems use alarm bells, discusses how you can mount a fire alarm bell outside, and sheds some light on the available weatherproofing options.
January 7, 2014
In the second installment in our fire inspection series, this blog helps you find a qualified 3rd-party fire inspector for your building or business.
December 31, 2013
Fire inspections are part of any building or business owner’s responsibilities. This first installment in our two-part series explains what to look for and points you to some resources to help you get your building up to code and fire-safe!
