NFPA 14 STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS – DESIGN AND CALCULATION – Q&A
According to NFPA 14 Section 7.3.2.2, hose connections must be placed on either side of a wall that is close to a horizontal exit’s exit aperture. When the travel distance is under 200 feet, Section 7.3.2.2.1 authorizes the removal of one hose connection on the opposite side. Although the term “adjacent” is not currently defined, […]
Integrated Systems Testing
System integrations refer to when two or more fire suppression, life safety, or fire detection systems are designed to function in a collaborative manner allowing for more comprehensive protection of people, buildings, and assets from fires. These systems are installed so that they can send and receive signals to each other based on their current […]
Remote Fire Protection & Life Safety Systems Inspections
During pandemic, people have been constantly innovating ways to go about their daily life remotely. Whether it is shopping, learning, or working, our modern technology allows us to get what we need done from the comfort of our own home. This remote technology has now become more and more available to fire protection and life […]
Fire Pump Inspections
When working with water-based fire suppression systems, having a firewater pump that can meet all of the system’s demands is extremely important. This fact is recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and they actually have a standards handbook known as NFPA 25 that contains a section detailing requirements for weekly fire pump inspections. […]
Fire Suppression Designs for LPG Facilities
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The importance of Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) of your Fire Protection Systems
Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) Lack of proper maintenance is one of the leading reasons for fire sprinkler system failures. Fire sprinkler systems shall be properly inspected, tested, and maintained (ITM) in accordance with NFPA 25, Standard for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems. Systems exposed to cold weather are especially vulnerable. […]
AFT Fathom: Software for Hydraulic Calculations
Any design project for a water transport or distribution network necessitates hydraulic calculations to assess the hydraulic supply (Qh) at one or more consumption points and to determine the water pressure required to maintain the desired flow. In the context of fire safety, hydraulic calculations are critical for evaluating the flow of liquids—typically through a […]
Weights And Measurements Inspections – Truck Scales Annual Inspection
Measurement Canada closely is the governing body that regulates the inspection and calibration of metering and weighing devices. As per W&M Acts and Regulations for NAWDs 15 (1), “Every trader who uses a device in trade, or possesses a device for trade, shall cause it to be examined, within the prescribed period, by an inspector”. […]
Weights And Measurements Inspections – Fuel Meters Bi-Annual Inspection
Measurement Canada closely is the governing body that monitors the accuracy of measuring and weighing devices such as fuel dispensers, Re-fueler, Truck scale, POS Scale, etc. Installation and Operation of such devices should be in accordance with the W&M guidelines and specifications and it’s the trader’s responsibility to make sure their devices are compliant and […]
Role Of AI In The Future Of Fire Protection Industry
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning have gained a lot of traction in recent years throughout all industries and is making headway into the fire protection sector. As technology rapidly evolves and our ability to collect and analyze data becomes easier, this raw data is being used to actively predict the growth and behaviors of […]