Tag: Fire Safety
Mar-Bal’s Fire Resistant Wastebasket
The UL Classified and CSFM Listed line of Waste-Safe wastebaskets will contain a fire without burning, melting, or collapsing.
International Code Council Releases Three Wildfire Prevention Resources
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.
NFPA Releases New Report On Fire In The U.S.
Research highlights factors that have reduced loss since the America Burning report was released in 1973, and areas where work is still needed.
News From NFPA: Remote Inspections, Construction Sites, And Cannabis Facilities
These three issues are among the timely topics the National Fire Protection Association has addressed recently, with a virtual event on June 22 to delve deeper.
News From NFPA: Fire Safety On Construction Sites
Are you emphasizing a culture of safety during construction, alteration, and demolition projects?
ICC Insight For Businesses With Outdoor Seating Spaces
Before setting up your tent or other enclosures, consider these four questions to ensure code compliance and life safety.
News From NFPA: What Is Causing False Fire Alarm Activations?
When properly designed, installed, inspected, tested, and maintained, fire alarm systems and detectors normally provide many years of fault-free operation.
Performance-Based Design And Advanced Fire Detection Systems
Facility managers can minimize underused space and cost effectively optimize safety with aspirating systems that continuously take in smoke at identifiable, concealable sample points.
Fire Safety For Commercial Kitchens: 8 Recommendations
2020 Fire Prevention Week from NFPA includes serving up guidance to restaurant facility professionals.
Enhanced Tyco Rapid Seal Sprinkler Head Adapters
Tyco Rapid Seal Sprinkler Head Adapters now feature 11 expertly engineered fittings for use with 1" and ¾" piping systems.
Keep Workers Safer When Transferring Flammable, Combustible Liquids
The dangers of transferring flammable liquids are very real, but protecting workers from harm can be relatively straightforward with proper training, PPE, and engineering controls.
News From NFPA: Fire And Life Safety Insights For Reopening Buildings
To help building industry stakeholders navigate all phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Fire Protection Association has responded with a variety of resources.
SmokeShield Elevator Smoke Curtain
The SmokeShield Elevator acts as a barrier to prevent smoke and hot gases from entering the elevator hoistway.
Model TNL280 Pendent Spray Nozzle
Model TNL280 is a cULus Corrosion Resistant nonautomatic (open) pendent spray nozzle / sprinkler suitable for use in fixed fire protection systems but designed primarily for use in tunnel fire protection.
Advancements In Smoke Detectors
The updated UL 268, Standard for Smoke Detectors for Fire Alarm Systems will be in effect June 2021.
Are There Holes in Your Electrical Fire Prevention Strategy? Try A Connected Approach.
A centralized system for monitoring and proactive action improves the protection of electrical equipment and the circuits at all levels of a facility’s electrical installation.
Fire Safety System Inspections: 4 Unexpected Ways To Prepare Your Organization
Annual fire safety system inspections are an expected and much-anticipated occurrence for businesses and organizations. While fire life safety inspections may not be considered the most exciting part of operations, they are necessary to promoting safety for your building’s staff, visitors and occupants.
Key and Equipment Management Integration
The integration of Maxxess eFusion with ASSA ABLOY's Traka allows powerful tools for managing keys and high value assets to be used seamlessly within centralized management platforms.
NFPA 13 Compliant PURGENVENT Awarded Patent
AGF Manufacturing announced that a patent for their Purge and Vent valve was granted, which covers their PURGENVENT sprinkler air vent product line designed to reduce corrosion in wet pipe fire sprinkler systems by releasing trapped air.
Friday Funny: Philly Skyscraper Springs Mysterious Leak
Last weekend, a torrent of water mysteriously gushed from a Philadelphia skyscraper, drenching the streets below it and confusing onlookers.