Thoughts on Fire Blog

#397 – The VK4621 and VK4921: Meet Viking’s Latest Concealed XT-1 Pendent Sprinklers

November 11, 2021November 10, 2021

Viking’s newest concealed pendent sprinklers, the VK4621 & VK4921, can be installed with their caps in place—learn how and other benefits.

#396 – Viking’s Latest Thread-On Concealed Sprinkler Cover Plates

October 30, 2022October 26, 2021

Viking’s newest concealed fire sprinkler cover plate threads into place Viking launched a new thread-on cover plate for concealed fire sprinklers. These covers are designed for use with Viking’s existing line of Mirage, Freedom, and … Read more

#395 – Fire and Building Codes for Senior Housing and Other Facilities

December 27, 2022October 12, 2021

Learn about the fire code requirements for residential board and care occupancies, including senior housing and other facilities.

#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.