Smoke detectors are a key piece of technology in both commercial fire prevention and safety systems as well as residential.
A Tale of Two Sprinkler Heads: Quick Response vs. Standard Response
In 1996, NFPA 13 began to require quick response fire sprinkler heads as opposed to standard response in many newly systems. But what is the difference?
Life Safety Systems: Is the Minimum Really Enough?
Article by Will Gregory – Fire Alarm Specialist In the ever-changing world of the fire alarm industry, our focus often gravitates towards carefully ensuring we meet the most stringent requirements laid out by the IBC (International Building Code) and the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association Code). We carefully review building drawings and design systems meticulously […]
Deluge Fire Suppression Systems
Deluge systems are typically utilized in high hazard environments such as power plants, chemical plants and aircraft hangars. Such high hazard environments typically have low flash point flammable and/or combustible liquids present, and a fire can spread rapidly.
Linear Heat Detection
a line-type detector, which is a device in which detection is continuous along a path. There are multiple forms of line-type detection, some of which are projected beam smoke detectors and heat sensitive cable.
Honeywell CLSS Connectivity and the Advantages it Gives Facility Managers and Fire Protection Contractors
Article by Jim Harrigan – Fire Alarm & Security Operations Manager We at Oliver Fire Protection are constantly looking for ways to utilize new technology offered by our partners in the industry to improve our customer experience. One area that we strive to strengthen is the ability for our customers to be informed of activity […]