One size doesn’t fit all for microbiologically-influenced corrosion Jacqueline R. Wilmot March 28, 2017 Fire-sprinkler system designers must be vigilant to prevent damage. Read More
Removing fire sprinkler code from IRC would be a failure Not up for debate when it comes to residential sprinklers. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD October 20, 2016 Removal of residential sprinkler requirement in IRC would be a failure on many levels. Read More
Top 5 reasons fire sprinkler systems fail to operate when needed Failure to launch. Jacqueline R. Wilmot October 20, 2016 When it comes to reducing fire’s potentially devastating impact on people and property, there is simply no equal to fire sprinkler systems.Read More
Flexible sprinkler solution from Victaulic August 22, 2016 Victaulic’s VicFlex VS1 is the first flexible dry sprinkler in the industry. Read More
Fire protection system is first line of defense for Canadian office tower Matthew Quick May 29, 2016 New fire protection system at Canadian office tower is the first line of defense for building and occupants.Read More
More residential sprinklers and water conservation code changes One of the most contentious issues in the IRC is the mandate of residential sprinkler systems for all one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD May 27, 2016 International Code Council code-change committees feel like déjà vu. Read More
Tech Topic: Fire sprinkler training In 2010 the training program took a significant shift to keep up with industry needs and changes to the NFPA standards. February 10, 2016 Washington state has the answer for fire sprinkler training.Read More
Residential fire sprinklers are winning over critics One jurisdiction at a time. Eric Skare November 1, 2014 No longer the bad guy.Read More
Cloud ceiling panels can affect fire sprinkler actuation The rest of the story on cloud ceiling fire protection. Amanda Kimball, P.E. September 30, 2013 Cloud ceilings, which are panels separated by gaps that sit beneath the structural ceiling of a room or space, provide challenges to sprinkler protection.Read More
Wheatland Tube launches Pipe Catalog app July 23, 2013 Industry professionals will have convenient access to Wheatland's steel pipe product information.Read More