Fire Protection - Articles - Page 48

From Pipe to People

Anvil continues legacy of making strong connections.

October 11, 2017

Dean Taylor gives us scoop on Anvil’s latest acquisitions and transitions.

NFPA Launches Policy Institute

September 21, 2017

Institute to help policymakers keep their communities safe by providing recommended practices, proposed solutions and other guidance to support and sustain strong fire prevention and protection systems.

FPE Corner

The Marco Polo Fire – Current Aftermath

Honolulu continues to sort through rubble and legality of sprinklers in high-rises.

September 21, 2017

Samuel S. Dannaway

One of the most important things to take away from the Marco Polo Fire: Buildings that opt out of sprinklers should still be required to comply with other safety measures of Bill 69.

HD Supply Waterworks Changes Name to Core & Main

August 31, 2017

The company, previously a division of HD Supply, became a freestanding enterprise following its acquisition by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice in August.

FPE Corner

The Marco Polo Fire

What we know about the building and one of the largest fires in history.

August 24, 2017

Samuel S. Dannaway

Last month Honolulu experienced its largest, single-building fire in history. Here's a breakdown of how it happened.

Oregon Building Code Officials Plan to Fine Portland Over Sprinkler Rule

August 14, 2017

The state's Building Codes Division wants to levy fine of $20,000, saying says cities can't enact rules that have different requirements than the state building code.

VSC Fire & Security Acquires Automatic Sprinklers/United Fire Suppression

August 10, 2017

AAS/UFS has three offices and nearly 200 employees in Arkansas.

American Fire Protection Group, Inc. Recognized by National Organization

August 10, 2017

The distinction honors the company’s commitment towards fire safety.

Product Compatibility Enhances Fire Protection Performance

Proper verification avoids leakage and assures system reliability.

July 26, 2017

FPE Corner

Grenfell Tower

A tragic warning to the building industry.

July 26, 2017

Samuel S. Dannaway

What lessons can be learned from the Grenfell Tower fire, and are concerns that fire safety may be taking a back seat to building sustainability and energy efficiency?