When it comes to fire protection and fire codes, the details matter—especially the language used in the codes and standards that govern life safety systems. At Oliver Fire Protection, we often encounter questions from building owners, contractors, and even industry professionals about the difference between the words should and shall in fire codes. It might […]
Category: Sprinkler
Preserving the Past: Master Planning Fire Sprinkler Installations in Historic Buildings
Originally founded in 1682, Philadelphia is one of the oldest cities in the country. Given its age and significance in the founding of our nation, there is no shortage of historical buildings in the city. Whether it’s to bring a building up to code or simply to protect the building’s patrons and contents, installing a […]
Building Long-Term Client Partnerships in Fire Protection
What are we selling? That’s a pretty straightforward question. As sales professionals in the fire compliance industry, we’ve been asked this plenty of times. Not in a dismissive, “Please leave our office at once!” kind of way, thankfully, but more often in a curious, friendly tone, with someone just looking for a quick answer. But […]
Special Considerations for Life Safety Systems at Sporting Venues
January is a major month for sports fans across the United States. College and professional football teams are making their playoff runs, and college basketball squads are gearing up for the madness of March. Whether you’re heading to Lincoln Financial Field to watch the Eagles push toward another Super Bowl appearance or heading to the […]
The Importance of Fire Pump Churns: Ensuring Safety and Reliability
When it comes to fire safety, every component of a suppression system plays a role in protecting both property and lives. Among these, fire pump churns may not be the most discussed, but they’re vital to maintaining system reliability. Here’s why fire pump churns deserve attention. What Is a Fire Pump Churn? A fire pump […]
Dry Sprinkler Systems and Sprinkler Heads
Article by Joe Mackley – Senior Account Manager Unlike a wet sprinkler system, which is filled with water, a dry sprinkler system is filled with pressurized air, supported by an air compressor. When heat opens a sprinkler head, the loss of air pressure in the piping causes a special dry valve to open, or “trip.” […]
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