FDC caps on standpipe fire department connection

#47 – How to Install FDC Caps

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.

The parts of a brand-new pitot gauge, placed for easy view and assembly.

#46 – How to Use a Pitot Gauge for Hydrant Flow Testing

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.

Air-water gauge kit

#43 – Sprinkler Gauges: Know Your Fire Sprinkler System is Ready for Action

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.

Fire raging in an apartment complex

#40 – Quick Response Sprinkler Heads: A Quick Guide

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.