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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 […]

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 […]

One Meridian Fire

One Meridian Plaza 33 years later

In the late hours of Saturday, February 23, 1991, a fire ignited on the 22nd floor of One Meridian Plaza, a 38-story office building situated in downtown Philadelphia.

This massive blaze, escalated to a 12-alarm fire, ravaged 8 floors of the Center City office structure, spanning a harrowing 19-hour period. Tragically, three brave Philadelphia Firefighters lost their lives in the line of duty during this catastrophic event.