This article was originally published on 10/24/2017 and updated on 6/10/2025 When it comes to fire protection, smoke detectors are your first line of defense, alerting you to trouble long before heat-activated sprinklers can respond. While building codes and NFPA 72 mandate smoke detection in specific areas, savvy owners and …
Addressable systems can be customized with devices in specific areas programmed with different thresholds depending on their location. The addressable control panel recognizes the individual address of each device on the SLC. Get A Quote Share It!
One of the most important components of fire and life safety is readiness and a prevention strategy. Inadequate fire safety system testing and inspections are the main cause of system malfunction, which can be prevented by following proper procedures. Commercial building owners must be proactive in ensuring there is a …
Your commercial fire alarm system should be designed around your building structure and business operations to provide safety and code compliance for your unique business type. For example, commercial restaurants will require specific fire suppression systems to deal with kitchen fires effectively. Nursing homes require fire detection systems designed to …
Having a reliable commercial fire alarm system is the key to safeguarding your business and protecting your assets and people. It is important to understand the difference between fire detection, protection, and suppression and to choose a reputable fire alarm system provider to ensure you are fully protected as much …
Building safety is an integral part of any successful business. This includes the safety of the occupants or employees and the safety of the building itself. Being prepared for unplanned events, such as fires is a large part of an effective fire protection system. Get A Quote The design of …
Commercial fire alarm systems are the most critical piece of protecting a company’s most important assets and saving lives. Fire alarm systems play the most significant role in how well your property and the building is protected in a fire emergency and can be the difference between life and death …
This article was published on 2/6/2017 and updated on 2/7/2022 Commercial fire alarm systems and life safety technology continue to evolve at a rapid rate, replacing traditional alarms that simply notify occupants of a potential fire event. Fire alarm systems in the past could be unconnected and even manual alarms …
The fire alarm system is one of the most important elements of any building. Protecting occupants and preventing tragedy should be the main concern of any business owner. Fire alarms and life safety systems must be designed correctly to protect people and property as intended. Any delay in detection of …
Many factors affect the behavior of fire in a building and the stability of the structure under fire conditions. Combustible construction materials such as typical wood-frame and heavy timber structures add to fuel load, whereas non-combustible and fire-resistant materials do not. There are basically five categories to group indicators that …
