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Why You Need a List of Spare Fire Sprinklers & What Should Be on It!

February 9, 2026January 17, 2024 by Jason Hugo
Spare fire sprinklers cabinet and list

NFPA requires keeping spare fire sprinklers and an accurate list of them on the premises. Read why and what should be on the list!

Categories Fire Sprinklers Tags spare fire sprinkler list, spare fire sprinklers 2 Comments

Cleaning Fire Sprinklers Without Using the SprinklerVac

February 9, 2026December 20, 2023 by Jason Hugo
Cleaning fire sprinklers

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.

Categories Fire Sprinklers Tags cleaning fire sprinklers, dusting fire sprinklers, SprinklerVac 4 Comments

How to Replace an FDC Cap or FDC Plug

February 9, 2026November 22, 2023 by Jason Hugo
Missing FDC caps or plugs

Fire department connections must remain covered to protect the system’s pipe and water supply. Here’s how to replace FDC plugs and caps.

Categories FDCs Tags FDC caps, FDC plugs, fire department connections Leave a comment

How to Replace a Fire Sprinkler Cover Plate

February 9, 2026November 8, 2023 by Jason Hugo
How to replace a fire sprinkler cover plate

Learn about how to remove and install concealed fire sprinkler cover plates—and why—with this step-by-step guide.

Categories Fire Sprinklers Tags fire sprinkler cover plates, sprinkler concealers, sprinkler covers 5 Comments

How to Replace a Recessed Fire Sprinkler Escutcheon

February 9, 2026October 25, 2023 by Jason Hugo
Recessed fire sprinkler escutcheon

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.

Categories Fire Sprinklers Tags Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons, missing fire sprinkler escutcheons 2 Comments

Missing Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons: The Real Impacts on Performance

February 8, 2026April 12, 2023 by Jason Hugo
Missing fire sprinkler escutcheons

When and why do you have to replace missing fire sprinkler escutcheons? QRFS explains the rules and reasons, examining the potential impacts on spray patterns and activation.

Categories Fire Sprinklers Tags Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons, fire sprinkler systems, missing fire sprinkler escutcheons Leave a comment

Fire Sprinkler Head Replacement: Changes to NFPA 25 Rules

February 8, 2026January 11, 2023 by Phillip Dryden
Fire sprinkler head replacement

The rules for fire sprinkler head replacement when you find paint, loading, or corrosion have gotten looser over the years. Learn when new sprinklers are necessary.

Categories Fire Sprinklers 8 Comments

A Guide to Key NFPA 25 Changes in the 2023 Edition

February 8, 2026December 7, 2022 by Phillip Dryden
NFPA logo

Learn about some of the biggest NFPA 25 changes in the 2023 edition, including rules on antifreeze fire sprinklers, foam fire suppression systems, testing intervals, and more.

Categories Codes & Standards 3 Comments

Fire Sprinkler Testing Procedures & Replacement in NFPA 25

February 8, 2026November 23, 2022 by Phillip Dryden
Old fire sprinkler

Fire sprinkler testing happens decades after installation for most but not all sprinklers. Learn the NFPA 25 testing & replacement rules and what labs assess.

Categories Codes & Standards Tags fire sprinkler testing, NFPA 25 2 Comments

How to Replace Old Residential Fire Sprinkler Heads with Different or Missing K-Factors

February 8, 2026November 8, 2022 by Jason Hugo
Obsolete stamp

Replacing residential fire sprinkler heads can be challenging when you don’t know the K factor of the sprinkler, or it’s a discontinued model. Read this guide to learn how!

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Disaster Preparedness & Fire Protection Systems

February 8, 2026September 6, 2022 by Jason Hugo
Disaster preparedness plan

Is your fire protection system ready for a disaster? This National Preparedness Month, make a plan for possible emergencies.

Categories Fire Protection Systems Tags Disaster plans, Disaster preparedness, National Preparedness Month Leave a comment
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