June 6, 2024
Dry sprinklers can only be installed in specific fittings. Here’s a guide to the NFPA and manufacturer rules for appropriate installations.
May 22, 2024
Pipe tees can have three openings—and they can be different sizes and connection types. Here’s how to understand sizing for reducing tees, straight tees, and mechanical tees.
May 8, 2024
BSPT vs NPT standards for tapered pipe threads govern fire sprinkler sizes. Learn about the differences, where each is used, and how to get the right part.
April 10, 2024
How can you choose between quick response pendent 5.6k fire sprinklers? QRFS compares Viking, Tyco, Victaulic, and Reliable models.
March 27, 2024
Some water leaks out of the ball drip valve under an FDC while doing a hydrostatic test. Is this normal? Learn why it is and what to do.
March 14, 2024
Fire sprinkler head guards protect sprinklers from damage—here’s how to replace them or install new ones with different attachment styles.
February 28, 2024
The terms fire protection and life safety overlap but are distinct. Learn about this close relationship and the differences.
February 14, 2024
Dry sprinkler heads prevent freeze-ups in wet and dry systems, but you must get the barrel length right. Learn how to measure to order them properly.
January 31, 2024
Wall hydrants look similar to FDCs but flow water the other way. Learn how each works, when they’re needed, the maintenance requirements, and more.
January 17, 2024
NFPA requires keeping spare fire sprinklers and an accurate list of them on the premises. Read why and what should be on the list!
January 3, 2024
Carbon monoxide can kill, and CO detectors save lives. Learn where carbon monoxide detectors and alarms are required and when and how to test them.
December 20, 2023
A popular touchless cleaning tool is off the market—so how do you clean fire sprinklers while staying NFPA-compliant? Review the options in this blog.
December 6, 2023
UL standards help ensure safe and reliable fire protection equipment. Learn about the process and documents, focusing on UL 199 and fire sprinklers.
November 22, 2023
Fire department connections must remain covered to protect the system’s pipe and water supply. Here’s how to replace FDC plugs and caps.
November 8, 2023
Learn about how to remove and install concealed fire sprinkler cover plates—and why—with this step-by-step guide.
October 25, 2023
Replacing recessed fire sprinkler escutcheons can be easy or complex. QRFS reviews how to install skirts or the whole escutcheon, both listed and split-ring models.
