Fire Protection

AFSA Scholarship Contest Helps Next Generation

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:37:00 -0400

AFSA’s scholarship program continues to grow, educating hundreds of thousands of people and awarding over $350,000 through this contest.

AFSA, Oklahoma State University Launch Hands-On Fire Sprinkler Training in Dallas

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:14:00 -0400

Three-day program offers immersive, real-world training to help contractors and inspectors master ITM requirements under NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

NFPA to Host Annual Conference & Expo in Las Vegas

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:48:00 -0400

NFPA’s 2026 Conference & Expo will bring thousands of safety professionals to Las Vegas for three days of education, code insights and emerging trends across fire, electrical and life safety.

A-Gas to Attend NAFED 2026 Conference in Atlantic City

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:22:00 -0400

The event will take place on April 9-10, 2026, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Codes, Standards and Usage of Their Various Editions

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In the world of fire protection engineering, "the latest and greatest" isn't always the law of the land—but following the minimum requirements of an outdated code could be a costly mistake.

Wolseley Canada Invests in Skilled Trades Atlantic Canada Student Bursaries

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:21:00 -0400

Wolseley Canada is excited to announce $15,000 in bursaries for post-secondary schools in Atlantic Canada to help offset the financial cost associated with obtaining a skilled trades education.

Hands-On NFPA 25 Fire Pump Workshop Set for May 6–7 at AFSA Playground

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:43:00 -0400

The two-day training offers real-world fire pump testing experience for ITM technicians, AHJs, and facility managers.

Wolseley Canada Gives $10,000 to Water First in Honor of World Plumbing Day

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:58:00 -0500

With this donation, Wolseley Canada aims to bring awareness to their associates, customers, vendors, and partners about the water challenges faced by Indigenous communities.

How to Size a Fire Pump: A Guide for Engineers

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Master the essentials of fire pump sizing by learning how to calculate critical flow rates and pressure requirements while navigating NFPA standards and high-rise zoning strategies.

McWane Plumbing Group Promotes Brian South to Director of Product Engineering and Business Development

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:03:00 -0500

In this role, South will lead enterprisewide efforts across product design, testing, compliance and documentation.

Preventing Issues with CPVC Fire Protection Installations

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Lici Resch explores the 50-year legacy of CPVC in fire protection, debunking flammability myths while highlighting the critical need for chemical compatibility and expert installation to ensure system longevity.

Society of Fire Protection Engineers Elects 2026 Leadership Team

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:11:00 -0500

Shamim Rashid-Sumar, PE, FSFPE, and Shaun Kelly, Peng, CEng, MIEI, PMSFPE, will lead SFPE in advancing fire safety and engineering worldwide.

McWane Plumbing Group Announces Promotion of Laura Loziuk to Executive Director of Technical Services Division

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:07:00 -0500

Loziuk has been an integral part of the McWane family for six years, bringing leadership and technical expertise to every role she has held.

McWane Names Will McWane President

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:42:00 -0500

McWane has announced that Will McWane has been named president, representing the fifth generation of family leadership.

NFPA Unveils NFPA LiNK 3.0

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:31:03 -0500

Digital code books make the most comprehensive and up-to-date NFPA code and standards safety information immediately accessible.

SFPE Announces the 2026 SFPE Fire Safety Conference

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:41:00 -0500

Hosted every other year, the conference features three days of content from global experts on current and future trends in fire regulatory systems for performance-based design.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Sprinkler Protection of Storage Occupancies, Part 2

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This in-depth guide breaks down NFPA 13 requirements for high-piled storage, helping fire protection designers confidently select the right sprinkler systems for complex storage occupancies.

ASPE Seeks Presentation Proposals for 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:32:00 -0500

Presentations should be geared toward beginner, intermediate, or advanced learners and can be a single speaker or panel discussion.

AFSA Announces 2026 M/S Council Members

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:13:00 -0500

AFSA ushers in fresh leadership with Andy Kaempfer as chair and Dave English as vice chair of the 2026 M/S Council.

AFSA Members Elect 2025-2026 Board of Directors

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:43:00 -0500

Paul DeLorie, Hampshire Fire Protection Co., Londonderry, N.H., was elected chair of the board.

AFSA Celebrates Convention, Exhibition, and Apprentice Competition in Washington, D.C.

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:25:00 -0500

Washington, D.C., set the stage for AFSA44, the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s annual Convention, Exhibition, and Apprentice Competition, Oct. 15–18.

Back to Basics: Water Supplies

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A reliable water supply is the lifeblood of every fire sprinkler system—learn how to ensure yours is ready when it matters most.

NFPA and Fire Protection Association New Zealand Sign MoU to Advance Life Safety

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:48:00 -0400

The MoU was signed during the recent FireNZ 2025 Conference in Auckland, where FPANZ marked its 50th anniversary.

Wolseley Canada Launches Commercial Water Heater Response Program

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:21:00 -0400

Wolseley Canada has taken the next step in providing top of the line service to its customers through the creation of its Express Response: Commercial Water Heater Delivery program.

Trinity Consultants Acquires JB&B

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:07:00 -0400

Trinity Consultants has announced its acquisition of Jaros, Baum & Bolles (JB&B), a New York-based provider of specialty mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and fire protection engineering services.

AFSA Honors Martin Workman with 2025 Henry S. Parmelee Award

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:42:00 -0400

AFSA has announced Martin Workman, senior vice president of product development for The Viking Corporation Inc., as the 2025 recipient of its highest honor, the Henry S. Parmelee Award.

United Fire Systems NITROGEN-PAC M Series Earns FM Approval

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:12:00 -0400

United Fire Systems is proud to announce that its NITROGEN-PAC M Series Nitrogen Generator Modules (Models NGM-5 through NGM-60) have officially achieved FM Approval.

ASSE Seeks Working Group Members for Development of Four Professional Qualification Standards

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:38:00 -0400

The deadline to apply is Oct. 31.

SFPE Announces Inaugural Board for New Canadian Division

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:15:00 -0400

The board will seek to strengthen SFPE’s global presence while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within Canada.

AFSA and EKU Sign MOU

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:28:00 -0400

The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) to secure participation in the EKU Advantage program, which provides a pathway to educational advancement for AFSA members.