September 15, 2020
Pipe thread sealant creates a water-tight seal in threaded pipe joints. Learn how to use pipe thread sealant and whether PTFE is the same as Teflon.
September 8, 2020
Learn the NFPA model code requirements for maintaining fire safety in churches, mosques, synagogues, and other houses of worship.
September 1, 2020
Alarm gong systems deliver warning that sprinklers are operating—even if the power goes out. Learn exactly how they work.
August 18, 2020
Sufficient pressure is vital for working fire sprinklers. But how much sprinkler water pressure is enough? Learn the physics and NFPA rules.
August 11, 2020
Mechanical tees make adding branch lines to fire sprinkler systems easy. Learn how mechanical tees work and how to install them.
August 4, 2020
Grooved drain caps make it simple to flush water from fire protection systems thoroughly, and also serve as transitional fittings. Learn more.
July 14, 2020
Choosing fire sprinkler heads shouldn’t be hard. Learn about Victaulic sprinkler heads, including technical specs and global approvals.
July 7, 2020
Choosing fire sprinklers shouldn’t be difficult. Learn about the broad selection of Tyco sprinkler heads for any application.
June 30, 2020
Viking fire sprinkler heads fill many roles. QRFS outlines the features of three lines of Viking’s commercial fire sprinkler heads—Model M, XT1, and Mirage.
June 23, 2020
In some environments, fire sprinklers corrode quickly. Learn about corrosion-resistant sprinkler heads that are listed to resist corrosion.
June 12, 2020
Sprinkler identification numbers make code-compliant repairs and upgrades possible. Use our tables to quickly find the sprinklers, escutcheons, wrenches, and cover plates you need.
June 2, 2020
Learn about the history of fire sprinkler manufacturers serving the USA & Canada, including Reliable, Tyco, Viking, Victaulic & Senju.
May 27, 2020
Learn about the features of pitot gauge kits—including the gauges, blades, tubes & more—and how they make testing easier and more accurate.
May 19, 2020
Learn how to turn off a sprinkler head with the Shutgun fire sprinkler tool—and read a story about a contractor using one to avoid serious water damage.
May 5, 2020
To stop water from an activated fire sprinkler, you have two options: closing a control valve or using a sprinkler stopper. Learn which is best!
April 28, 2020
Learn the difference between backflow preventers vs. check valves, and why backflow preventers offer the best protection against water contamination.
