Thoughts on Fire Blog

#399 – Thank You for Fire Sprinkler Safety: Home Garage Save!

January 27, 2025December 8, 2021

Learn how a single fire sprinkler in a home garage controlled a fire, saving property and lives—plus why fire sprinklers aren’t in many residential garages.

#398 – Viking XT1 Update: Fire Sprinklers, Wrenches & Head Guards

January 27, 2025November 24, 2021

The Viking XT1 update of its next-generation sprinkler line makes installation easier. Learn why and how to find the right part numbers for sprinklers and accessories.

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

January 27, 2025November 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

January 27, 2025October 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

February 3, 2025October 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

January 27, 2025September 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

January 27, 2025September 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

January 27, 2025August 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 27, 2025August 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

January 27, 2025August 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.