Thoughts on Fire Blog

#394 – Thank You for Fire Protection: The Victory Centre of Park Forest

December 27, 2022September 29, 2021

Learn how a working sprinkler system in a senior community stopped a cooking fire in its tracks, saving lives and property.

#393 – The Basics of CMDA, CMSA, In-Rack, and ESFR Storage Sprinklers

April 22, 2022September 14, 2021

Learn how storage fire sprinklers like CMDA, CMSA, and ESFR models protect challenging warehouse environments from fires.

#392 – How To Size a Fire Pump and the Basics of Performance Curves

December 27, 2022August 31, 2021

Fire pumps are vital equipment for fire sprinkler systems. Learn how to read a fire pump performance curve and size a fire pump.

#391 – How to Tell if Your Fire Sprinklers Need Cleaning or Replacement

January 4, 2024August 17, 2021

Dirty fire sprinklers are a common code compliance problem. Learn how and when to clean fire sprinklers to stay safe and pass inspection.

#390 – The Difference Between Standard, Residential & Quick Response Sprinklers

March 19, 2024August 3, 2021

Learn what’s unique about standard and quick response sprinklers, along with how residential sprinklers differ from both—even though many people confuse the terms.

#389 – How to Select a Pipe Cover Plate: Understanding IPS Dimensions

July 21, 2021

Nominal size is not *actual* size. If you forget this, you’ll end up with components that don’t match. QRFS explains how IPS and other measurements relate to actual size.

#388 – A Home Fire Safety Checklist and Planning Guide

July 6, 2021

Use this checklist to prepare for and prevent house fires. Fire safety depends on planning, prevention, & tools like smoke alarms & fire extinguishers.

Extended coverage sprinkler spacing obstructions

#387 – Extended Coverage Sprinkler Spacing Part 2: Obstructions

December 27, 2022June 22, 2021

In part 2 of our series on fire sprinkler spacing for extended coverage sprinklers, QRFS looks at the rules for avoiding obstructions.

#386 – What’s the Difference Between a Tamper Switch and a Supervisory Switch?

November 23, 2022June 8, 2021

QRFS explains the difference between tamper switches and supervisory switches, plus other types of fire sprinkler system sensors.

#385 – DeWALT Hangermate Fastener Tools Make Installing Threaded Rod Easy

December 27, 2022May 25, 2021

Fastener tools like DeWALT HangerMate threaded rod anchors help you hang pipe or other equipment by drilling directly into structural members.