How to Install a Replacement VESDA Filter Cartridge
Knowing how to install a replacement VESDA filter cartridge is essential for an owner of any VESDA or Xtralis aspirating…
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What Is Supervisory in a Fire Alarm System?
Understanding supervision in fire alarm systems can be confusing for newcomers, since the term has many different meanings in the…
What Is a Fire Pump?
The goal of a fire pump is to increase the water pressure and flow for fire sprinklers, standpipes, and other…
Fire Alarm System Requirements for Health Care Facilities
In the NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000 occupancy classification, hospitals are an occupancy whose primary purpose is medical care or…
The Purpose of Strobes Within a Fire Alarm System
In an emergency, every second counts, and having an effective fire alarm system can make all the difference. A fire…
UL 268 7th Edition Compliant Simplex Detectors
As of June 2024, all businesses are required to be in compliance with the UL 268 7th edition standards. The…
What Is an Occupancy Load?
Occupant load is an important figure when it comes to getting people out of a building safely during an emergency…
Gas Detection System in a Commercial Kitchen
As of February 2024, New York has enacted Local Law 157, which requires the installation of natural gas detectors in…
What Is Passive Fire Protection?
Passive fire protection is a method that involves managing, containing, or controlling fire and smoke by means that don’t require…
What Does a Burner Management System Do?
Burner management systems (BMS) are critical in industries that utilize combustion processes to produce goods or drive systems. Frequently, burner…
What Is the Difference Between a Fire Bell and a Fire Horn?
Notification devices alert your occupants of an emergency, but the mechanisms can vary significantly. Learn about which one you need…
What Is the Purpose of a Fire Door?
Fire doors are an important component in passive fire protection (PFP). Use them correctly to avoid penalties and fines…