June 23, 2020
In some environments, fire sprinklers corrode quickly. Learn about corrosion-resistant sprinkler heads that are listed to resist corrosion.
June 16, 2020
How to order custom finishes and colors for fire sprinkler cover plates that won’t detract from a flawless room.
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 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 12, 2020
Learn how to prepare for a fire marshal inspection by knowing the basic requirements—and by utilizing this fire inspection checklist.
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.
April 15, 2020
Backflow preventers stop harmful contaminants from polluting municipal drinking water. Learn more about backflow and when backflow preventers are required.
April 8, 2020
Learn about the operations, plans, and school fire safety equipment required by NFPA to maintain fire safety in schools.
April 2, 2020
The 2020 Fire Code of New York State became enforceable law on May 12, 2020. Here’s what you need to know about essential changes and compliance.
March 17, 2020
Learn how UL-listed smoke in a can offers the most effective method for testing smoke detectors, and what types it works with.
March 12, 2020
Smoke in a can makes functional tests of smoke detectors easy. Learn about NFPA testing rules and the aerosol testing equipment available.
March 10, 2020
Learn the hospital fire safety requirements from the National Fire Protection Association’s NFPA 99 and NFPA 101 fire codes.
March 5, 2020
Learn to navigate models, sizes, materials, finishes, and part numbers to get the Viking fire sprinkler escutcheons you need.
February 25, 2020
Life and fire safety signs save lives. Learn the requirements for AED signs, exit signs, fire extinguisher signs, and more.
