How can engineers design wet fire sprinkler systems equipped to prevent corrosion and dry systems equipped to prevent freezing? 

Viega PureFlow PEX pipe and fittings have been listed by UL as approved for use in exposed fire sprinkler systems in basements.

Easyflex’s Ultra Performance Flexible Sprinkler Drop features a 1 1/4” ID, which translates into less friction loss than 1” Schedule 40 Pipe with the same number of 90°s, the company notes.

When approving the installation of a fire protection or life safety system to verify compliance in accordance with governing laws, regulations, codes and standards, many of us use the term “commissioning” interchangeably with the term “acceptance testing.”

Effective July 8, 2019, Victaulic has purchased Globe Fire Sprinkler. Combined, these two respected companies will have the resources and capabilities to bring exciting new solutions to the fire protection industry around the world, Victaulic notes.

Dallas-based American Fire Sprinkler Association named Debra N. McGuire as the association’s new president and CEO this year. Established in 1981, AFSA and its federation of 32 chapters serve as North America’s largest fire sprinkler industry organization.

Anvil International introduces a new 1” SlideLOK technology 74FP coupling to its SuperFlex flexible sprinkler drop assembly for faster and easier fire-sprinkler installations.

The acquisition strengthens Anvil International’s fire protection product package.

Here are five common issues to handle during a project.

The Uponor AquaSAFE system integrates the fire sprinklers with a home’s cold-water plumbing to offer greater system efficiencies and added peace of mind.