Installers and designers rely on NFPA 13 for the effective placement of fire sprinklers. To learn more about the maximum and minimum distances from standard sprinkler heads to walls—and from one head to another—read on.
QRFS shares tips for avoiding fire sprinkler accidents and system leaks—and reveals the easiest methods for stopping them once they happen.
Fire sprinkler installations are becoming increasingly popular as more state and local governments adopt model codes (partially or in whole) as laws. This article highlights current trends & legislative activity.
The chemicals used can make a big difference in approaches to fire extinguisher clean-up The red canisters hanging throughout apartment complexes, schools, or workplaces may all look the same—but what’s inside them can vary a … Read more
Sidewall sprinkler heads are an impressive and helpful addition to any fire protection designer’s toolkit. Learn how they work and the important ways in which horizontal and vertical models differ.
QRFS takes a close look at the Notre-Dame cathedral fire, explaining what happened and what it means for the more widespread problem of fire in churches and other houses of worship.
Pilot clamps are sometimes out of stock, but the Tru-Drill II is a reliable alternative for drilling perfect holes in pipe—with its own unique features.
Using the wrong extinguisher can make a fire significantly worse. QRFS explains what the numbers on a fire extinguisher mean—as well as the letters—and what they indicate about its suitability against certain types of fires. To read and understand extinguisher labels like a pro, read on.
The Americans with Disabilities Act helps wheelchair users and people with visual impairments safely navigate buildings and use life-saving devices. QRFS looks at ADA fire extinguisher height, pull station placement, and other rules designed to allow people with disabilities full access to these life-saving devices.
An overview of the fire protection requirements for storage facilities, which are often fewer than many other occupancy types.
