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.
QRFS begins a multiple-part series on NFPA 25 testing requirements for dry sprinkler systems with daily, weekly, and monthly requirements.
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.
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.
QRFS explains why replacing corrosive air with nitrogen can substantially extend the life of dry sprinkler systems.
QRFS explains who qualifies for the new fire sprinkler tax deduction and how your business can minimize the risk of costly damage while taking advantage of significant tax savings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
