by Micah Dickinson | May 13, 2022 | Fire Sprinkler Systems, Oil and Gas Fire Safety
Firefighting foams have long been used to extinguish even the most challenging fires. However, years of research have led scientists, environmentalists, and governing bodies to realize that one of these types of foams, aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), can pose...
by Michelle Mellon | Apr 10, 2022 | Fire Sprinkler Systems
Now more than ever, consumers are looking for solutions that are both healthy and convenient. Consequently, markets like online grocery sales, meal kit delivery services, and pharmaceutical delivery services have grown exponentially — and the cold storage industry has...
by Michelle Mellon | Apr 8, 2022 | Fire Protection Solutions, Fire Sprinkler Systems
Corrosion is a common issue in fire sprinkler systems. In fact, it’s basically inevitable, as most piping systems contain at least some traces of it. This is generally considered normal and safe — as long as it’s kept to a minimum. But if corrosion levels start to...
by Michelle Mellon | Mar 2, 2022 | Fire Sprinkler Systems
The first step to an effective fire protection strategy is to install a fire sprinkler system. The second step is to ensure it’s always in good operating condition. One factor that could deter that? Obstructions. Since fire sprinkler system pipe diameters can be as...
by Michelle Mellon | Feb 3, 2022 | Fire Protection System Inspections, Fire Sprinkler Systems
If your facility has a fire sprinkler system, you should be aware that its various components require regular maintenance and testing. And of all the tests required, the main drain test is arguably the most important. Below, we’ll discuss more about what a main drain...
by Michelle Mellon | Jan 5, 2022 | Fire Sprinkler Systems
No fire protection strategy is complete without a plan for regular inspections, testing, and maintenance — and no regular inspection, testing, or maintenance services are complete without proper documentation. When it comes to building safety, documentation is needed...
