Fire suppression and standpipe systems are critical life safety elements in very tall buildings. As these buildings go higher above the ground, the design of these systems requires astute technical oversight and consideration.

Tim Wiitala has been promoted to director of standalone divisions, and Steve Dockerty has been named new director of plumbing and mechanical divisions.

The company has opened its largest location in the area and offers fire protection fabrication services.

Modern building codes and standards are the foundation of fire adapted communities, helping to reduce risk and increase community resilience from all hazards including wildfire.

The new microsite was launched as part of the association's 125th Anniversary commitment to serving global stakeholders.

The acquisition will mark Core & Main's 14th transaction since becoming an independent company in August 2017.

The e-commerce store has introduced a variety of new products to its online site, including ACVs, strainers, small diameter backflows, and repair kits.

The certification provides assurance to contractors that the products are compatible for use with Lubrizol FlowGuard, BlazeMaster, Corzan, and TempRite brands.

The concept is simple: Smoother pipe creates less friction loss, which possibly can allow smaller pipe sizes costing less in materials and labor.

The association invites safety professionals and practitioners, as well as the public, to peruse some of the most prominent issues, emerging threats, and forward-thinkers on display in a new, dynamic 3D artwork piece that was commissioned to celebrate the 125th anniversary of NFPA.