28 Nisan 2016

Will FM-200™ Kill You?

Clean agent fire protection systems that use chemicals like FM-200™ and discharge as a gas are considered to be safe in normally occupied spaces. FM-200™ complies with NFPA […]
28 Nisan 2016

Why is Halon Banned?

The fire suppression agent, Halon is still in use today; however, there is no new production of Halons. While Halon is considered a clean agent by […]
28 Nisan 2016

Understanding Wind Turbine Fire Protection Options

Wind turbines stand over 300 ft tall with each blade measuring over 100 ft long with blade speeds of up to 180 mph. Fire protection for […]
28 Nisan 2016

What You Need to Know About the R107 Fire Suppression Requirement

You may be aware that 37 countries have signed on to adopt the UNECE R107 regulation. This rule is intended to make bus transport safer by reducing […]
28 Nisan 2016

Getting Up and Running After a Machine Shop Fire

When it comes to fire incidents, it is imperative to get the machine shop back up and running in a timely matter. Downtime presents a significant loss […]
28 Nisan 2016

Three Types of Dust Collector Fire Suppression Systems

There is an inherent fire risk for dust collectors and other machinery. How does a fire occur? Well, for Class A and B fires, particles will provide fuel, oxygen […]
27 Nisan 2016

Understanding Dust Collector Fire Protection

Dust collectors are a necessity when it comes to day to day operations in many industrial applications to keep facilities clean and workers safe. While necessary, […]
27 Nisan 2016

How to Minimize Airport Fire Risks

An airport fire involving ground support equipment (GSE) can have an immediate impact on the airline and airport operations. A fire can leave equipment nonoperational, take an airplane […]
27 Nisan 2016

NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation for Fire Suppression in School Buses

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently issued ten safety recommendations including one recommendation that all new and in-service school buses have automatic fire suppression systems. This follows […]