July 21, 2026
Open fire sprinklers are the business end of many deluge sprinkler systems. Learn how they work and their similarities and differences with nozzles.
October 22, 2025
Long dry sprinkler barrels can cause a practical reduction in K-factor. But learn why there’s usually still only one sprinkler K-factor number for all barrel lengths.
October 8, 2025
Hardware stores don’t sell fire sprinklers, cover plates, or escutcheons. Learn why there are no Lowe’s or Home Depot fire sprinklers and where to buy these parts.
September 24, 2025
Learn how to choose and install a sprinkler escutcheon extension tube that can cover extra-long sprinkler drops or dry sprinkler barrels.
September 24, 2025
Learn how to choose and install a sprinkler escutcheon extension tube that can cover extra-long sprinkler drops or dry sprinkler barrels.
July 17, 2025
With so many corrosion-resistant fire sprinklers available, how do you choose one? Different environments can require different coatings or materials.
July 2, 2025
Viking’s InstaSeal® welded outlets allow hand-tightening fire sprinklers—but you have to have the right caps to do it. Learn how to ID and order the right sprinklers.
April 23, 2025
A universal fire sprinkler head wrench seems like a great idea, but NFPA mandates using sprinkler-specific wrenches. Learn why and when this tool might still have a role in your toolbox or sprinkler cabinet.
March 26, 2025
The fire sprinkler industry is constantly evolving. Learn about some major updates in the NFPA 13 2025 edition, including new rules for dry and preaction systems and supplemental sprinklers.
February 26, 2025
Fire sprinkler SINs are very useful identifiers, but they don’t tell you everything. Here’s how to read and use Senju Sprinkler part numbers.
January 15, 2025
Fire sprinkler SINs are very useful identifiers, but they don’t tell you everything. Here’s how to read and use Viking sprinkler part numbers.
December 18, 2024
Fire sprinkler SINs are useful, but they don’t tell you everything. Here’s how to use Reliable Sprinkler part numbers & short codes.
