Fire Protection - Articles - Page 30

Zurn Water Solutions Completes Spin-Off

October 6, 2021

In conjunction with the new name, Zurn Water Solutions has launched a new company website and social properties.

FPE Corner

Resolving ESFR Sprinkler Obstruction Challenges

The findings of an industry research project were used as the basis for code changes to the 2022 edition of NFPA 13.

October 5, 2021

Early suppression fast response sprinkler (ESFR) technology was introduced in the late 1980s.

Fire Protection Expert Charles Joyce Joins Syska Hennessy as Senior Associate

September 29, 2021

In this capacity, Joyce oversees evaluations of existing fire protection and life safety systems, the design of new systems, and system testing.

Three-Year Limited Warranty Now Standard on RectorSeal Products

September 28, 2021

The 3-year Limited Warranty represents the minimum coverage offered by RectorSeal.

NFPA to Host Keeping Hazardous Environments Safe Conference

September 20, 2021

The full-day online program will focus on industrial, chemical, and emerging tech topics.

F.W. Webb Company Unveils New Mural in West Harlem

September 7, 2021

The mural, by renowned local graffiti artists artists Tats Cru, visually represents the company with images of plumbing and heating fixtures and PVF.

Alternative Energy

Planning for Wildfires

What are we outrunning?

September 3, 2021

Max Rohr

Using enhanced firefighting technology, enforcing defensible areas and utilizing controlled burns are part of the solution. Can they outrun the suburban sprawl and climate change trends? It will take more than a few drones.

FPE Corner

UL’s Testing Service for Sprinklers Sampled from Existing Facilities

NFPA 25 requires replacement or representative sample testing of sprinklers based upon length of service.

September 3, 2021

UL examined and tested sprinklers sampled from field installations in accordance with the recommendations and requirements of applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for several decades.Ï