September 3, 2019
Smart color choices for fire sprinkler head guards (sprinkler head cages) may enhance a building’s look & reduce accidental discharges.
August 20, 2019
Victaulic’s straightforward selection of fire sprinkler escutcheons makes it easy for consumers to find a compatible design and finish. Read on to learn more about Victaulic’s fire sprinkler escutcheons and parts for the Model V27, V34, and more.
August 12, 2019
What do Viking’s new fire sprinklers, head guards, escutcheons, and water shields offer that earlier models don’t? QRFS looks at the Viking XT1 fire sprinkler platform, discussing product design, cross-compatibility between old and new products, and purchasing and identification tips.
July 24, 2019
Use this guide to learn how TYCO’s escutcheons provide code-compatible coverage to fire sprinklers from current and once-popular brands—like Star, Central, and Gem—and how to know when the Style 10, Style 20, or other model works with a particular head.
July 16, 2019
QRFS explains why five common beliefs about fire protection simply aren’t true—and how fire sprinklers function reliably and precisely to save lives and property.
July 8, 2019
Two leading fire sprinkler shutoff tools—the Shutgun and Quickstop—compete for the chance to stop water damage. A run-down of the pros & cons of each tool.
June 25, 2019
QRFS shares tips for avoiding fire sprinkler accidents and system leaks—and reveals the easiest methods for stopping them once they happen.
June 7, 2019
QRFS takes a look at seven sprinkler mishaps that might have been avoided with heavy-duty fire sprinkler head guards.
June 5, 2019
A false activation of a fire sprinkler can quickly cause expensive water damage. QRFS explains how Shutgun sprinkler tools quickly and easily stop discharge at the source and which one to buy for different systems.
April 16, 2019
QRFS zeroes in on two terms describing one of the most common fixtures in fire protection—pendent sprinkler and pendant sprinkler—explaining why many manufacturers favor one over the other (even if consumers don’t).
April 10, 2019
As sprinkler systems become more common, the fire protection industry has attracted unscrupulous manufacturers and sellers of counterfeit fire sprinklers. Learn how to ID real and fake fire sprinklers, as well as where to look for counterfeit advisories.
February 7, 2019
Collisions with sprinkler heads can cause costly flooding — but standard fire sprinkler cages may not be strong enough to withstand the hits some sprinklers are likely to face. QRFS looks at a line of heavy-duty fire sprinkler head guards designed to address the vulnerabilities in high-impact environments.
January 1, 2019
Fire sprinklers come in various orientations and types, and each sprinkler is designed to meet a specific safety, performance, and aesthetic need. Read this ultimate guide to how fire sprinklers work and the wide range of models that are available, including pendent, sidewall, recessed, upright, and concealed sprinklers.
November 15, 2018
Fire sprinkler wrenches must be compatible with a specific make and model of fire sprinkler. QRFS explains how to determine the right wrench for the job, as well as how to stock a spare sprinkler kit.
October 23, 2018
Fire sprinkler identification numbers have made identifying and replacing fire sprinklers easier, but a confusing variety of old sprinklers remain in service. QRFS explains how to determine which fire sprinkler you have, plus replace one that isn’t commercially available.
July 24, 2018
Over time, fire sprinkler manufacturers collapse, merge, or discontinue products, making repairs to fire sprinkler systems more difficult. Our manufacturer identification and product replacement guide helps make replacing an obsolete fire sprinkler a little easier.
