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A fire pump can solve a pressure problem, but a PRV in the wrong place can create a bigger one. NFPA 20 makes clear where pressure control belongs — and where it doesn’t.
August 3, 2026
If you’ve spent any time around fire pump submittals or fire pump rooms, chances are you’ve probably run into this scenario.
Established in 2016, the Joe Heinrich Young Professional of the Year Award honors an emerging leader who exemplifies AFSA's NextGen Initiative through leadership, professional achievement, and service.
The SFPE Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2026 awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to fire safety science, engineering, research, and education.
Adding a new backflow preventer to an older system may negatively impact fire protection system performance. Here are some best practices to ensure existing sprinkler systems operate as intended when adding backflow preventers.
Some existing systems were never hydraulically calculated. Some were designed around pipe schedules. Some have little or no remaining safety margin. Add a backflow preventer without understanding the available water supply, system demand and device pressure loss, and a system that once appeared adequate may fail to deliver.
Better real-time fire data and thoughtful design decisions — especially around EV charging layouts — are essential to improving safety in future parking garages.
July 1, 2026
Did you know the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) estimates approximately 650 parking garage fires occur annually in the United States, resulting in an estimated $8 million in property damage and 15 injuries each year?
NFPA recognized outstanding accomplishments and leadership in fire, electrical, and life safety at its Stars at Night awards gala on Sunday, June 21, part of the NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas.