October 26, 2021
Concealed fire sprinklers from Viking have another cover plate option. Learn how a thread-on cover gives a more secure fit.
October 12, 2021
Learn about the fire code requirements for residential board and care occupancies, including senior housing and other facilities.
September 29, 2021
Learn how a working sprinkler system in a senior community stopped a cooking fire in its tracks, saving lives and property.
September 14, 2021
Learn how storage fire sprinklers like CMDA, CMSA, and ESFR models protect challenging warehouse environments from fires.
August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
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.
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.
June 22, 2021
In part 2 of our series on fire sprinkler spacing for extended coverage sprinklers, QRFS looks at the rules for avoiding obstructions.
June 8, 2021
QRFS explains the difference between tamper switches and supervisory switches, plus other types of fire sprinkler system sensors.
May 25, 2021
Fastener tools like DeWALT HangerMate threaded rod anchors help you hang pipe or other equipment by drilling directly into structural members.
May 11, 2021
What is a Coast Guard-approved fire extinguisher? How many boat fire extinguishers do you need? QRFS explains the 2016 rule change.
April 27, 2021
Fire hose reels and racks can be life-saving equipment in the right hands. Learn when code requires fire hose cabinets and when they can be removed.
April 13, 2021
Learn how fire sprinkler head cover plate installation tools make it easy to remove sprinkler caps and install cover plates—safely from the floor.
March 30, 2021
Server rooms need strong cooling and fire protection systems. QRFS examines aisle containment systems and how they can impede fire protection.
March 16, 2021
Learn the basics for the maximum and minimum distances for extended coverage fire sprinklers according to NFPA 13.
March 2, 2021
Learn about the NFPA standards governing fire sprinkler retrofits and installations and how to read these documents, ID system components, and more.
