Article by Bryan Wheeland – Road Daywork Manager- In our internet based, consumer driven, global economy, the need to store commodities has never been greater. Warehouses and distribution centers continue a steady pace of growth while brick & mortar retail locations have been in decline. While those commodities wait for distribution, the need to mitigate […]
Category: Engineering & Design
When is Circuit Integrity (CI) Cable Required in a Fire Alarm System
Article by Matt Karver – Fire Alarm System Specialist – Circuit Integrity cable (or CI cable) is a cable that can withstand a direct fire attack for two continuous hours before failing to function. CI cable is significantly more expensive than other cabling systems for your fire alarm system, so it is important to understand […]
What are Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler Systems and Where to use them
Article by Brian Johnstone – Senior Sales Expert – What are Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems and How Do They Operate Pre-Action sprinkler systems are essentially dry pipe systems that integrate a separate detection system in order to fill the piping with water. The system piping is normally dry and pressurized with air or nitrogen. The air […]
MGM Grand Hotel Fire – Stairwell Pressurization
Article by Ryan Sharkey – Fire Alarm Installation Expert On November 21, 1980 one of the nation’s worst fires occurred at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. The fire has been studied and investigated thoroughly and as a result many policy and regulation changes have occurred. In that particular fire there were 87 […]
Project Spotlight: 3700 Lancaster Ave Philadelphia, PA
Oliver’s Fire Sprinkler Installers are working hard along side Clemens Construction Company on this beautiful mixed use building located in West Philadelphia, PA. This building will have an outdoor pool and open courtyard on the south side along with a two- story parking garage for residence. Project Specs: 6 Story, 93,000 sq.ft. 461 rental units […]
Top 5 Reasons Why a Fire Protection System is Important
Not having a fire protection system could cost more than just money.
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