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Fire Pump Service Bulletin
Important information regarding fire pump testing: Fire pump testing season is upon us. As many of you know, during testing a large amount of water is discharged. Pumps can discharge water at a rate...
17 Ways to Prevent False Alarms & Unwanted System Activations
When your fire protection system is working as it should, you should only have to think about it when inspection time rolls around.But when it’s not working correctly, you may experience one or more...
When Should I Inspect My Fire Protection Systems?
Your fire protection systems should receive regular inspections performed by a trained professional. But how often should you inspect your Fire Protection Systems? When you commit to a schedule of...
New Jersey Fire Code 2018 – July, 2018 Updates & Changes
This is BIG news in the fire protection services industry. On June 1st, the state of New Jersey officially adopted the New Jersey Edition of the 2015 International Fire Code. The 2015 version...
AFP Technical Note 1: Siemens MXL to FireFinder XLS Migration
In January 2013 Siemens announced that it would be discontinuing the MXL panel. As of October 2018, Siemens no longer manufactures replacement parts for this system.
5 Questions You Should’ve Asked Your Fire Protection Company
How do you choose the right Fire Protection company? We made a comprehensive list of things to consider when choosing a fire protection contractor. Here’s what you should’ve asked YOUR vendor.
NYC Fire Code Violations
The purpose of the New York City Fire Code is to establish reasonable minimum requirements and standards for life safety and property protection. One of the areas covered in the NYC Fire Code is the...
Common Fire Hazards
Once started, a fire can rage out of control in minutes. Many people don't realize how quickly a fire can spread. But a small fire can become a large one in the time it takes you to read this...
Winter Sprinkler System Maintenance: Tips for your Wet or Dry System
Winter weather is almost here! Now is a great time to ensure you winterize your sprinkler systems to endure lower temperatures. If you have a sprinkler system protecting your building, there are...
KITCHEN MISTER – RESTAURANT SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
Did you know that kitchen fires are the leading cause of structural fire damage in the United States? Commercial kitchens are required to be protected with fire suppression systems....
Hangar Foam Test
Watch a Hanger Foam Test - Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jn6-hDv3OgE&sns=em
Fire Sprinkler Systems Saves Business
Interesting article about the benefits of investing in a fire sprinkler system. Asbury Park Press By Kristi Funderburk - September 26, 2013 As Michael Carbone Sr. watched the massive Seaside fire...