Fire Alarm
Frequently Asked Commercial Fire Alarm Questions
Top Six Frequently Asked Questions Commercial fire alarm systems play an important role in alerting building occupants of a possible fire, providing them with enough time to evacuate. Fire alarms, however, can be complicated to operate if you’re not familiar with the system. How often should commercial fire alarms be inspected? Your building’s fire alarm…
Read MoreCost vs. performance: TrueAlert ES is the best of both worlds.
An independent study finds TrueAlert ES outperforms non-addressable fire notification appliances at a lower overall cost. Building owners, facility managers, contractors, architects and engineers are always looking for ways to improve the operation and safety of their buildings while lowering costs. Only TrueAlert ES gives you the advanced performance and safety of addressable appliances with an overall cost that is…
Read MoreWith Addressable Notification, K-12 Fire Protection Can Deliver Added Benefits
When it comes to fire prevention, no facility is more worthy of our efforts than a school. It’s a great responsibility to help protect our communities’ children and the teachers and staff entrusted with their learning and development – not to mention the property paid for by taxpayers’ dollars. While the number of fires in…
Read More10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Fire Alarm System
Whether you are designing and engineering a new facility or renovating an existing building, there are many decisions to be made – and a lot of them have long-term consequences. With every major choice you make, you need to weigh multiple factors: the safety, comfort, and sustainability of your building; the initial capital expense; the…
Read More6 Tips for Easier Fire System Management
Jeff Barnes has worked on fire alarm and life safety systems for nearly a quarter-century as a design engineer, sales engineer and hands-on technician. He’s performed programming, testing and inspecting everywhere from South Carolina to Afghanistan. Today, he’s a Senior Fire Alarm and Security Design Specialist and NICET-certified Senior Engineering Technician (SET) at Jacobs, a…
Read MoreAvoid These Eight Common Fire Code Violations
A safe and healthy environment should be the first priority of any business. A company can suffer from accidents that are expensive and may be subject to code violations penalties and claims. Providing a safe environment and protecting people within your facility is a moral responsibility. Even the best fire protection system can make mistakes…
Read MoreComplete Guide To Emergency Lighting in Commercial Buildings
It is crucial to have emergency lighting and exit signs in case of an emergency. Exit signs and emergency lighting are essential safety features in commercial buildings. These signs are intended to protect customers and employees by illuminating exit routes in case of emergency. It’s not difficult to see the importance and value of emergency…
Read MoreThree Ways to Reduce Fire Sprinkler Corrosion
How to Reduce Corrosion in Water Based Fire Sprinklers Fire sprinkler systems that are water-based often serve as the first line defense against a fire. Your fire sprinkler pipes may not work as intended if they are corroded. This could put your property and occupants in danger. Before we discuss how businesses can reduce corrosion…
Read MoreFive Things You Should Ask Your Fire Protection Company
What You Should Ask Your Fire Protection Company Fire damage can cause significant damage to an organization’s business, including reduced productivity, loss of revenue, property damage, and the possibility of losing lives or livelihoods. Organizations are able to intuitively see these effects. It is simple to understand the need for a fire protection firm. The…
Read MoreA Guide To Fire Alarm Maintenance and Testing
A Guide to Fire Alarm Maintenance and Testing: What You Need To Know. Fire alarms are designed to be used in areas where there is a potential for fire. These areas include schools, factories, warehouses, hospitals, and many other places. Fire Alarms are often required by law in these locations, depending on the area. They…
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