Article by Jim Harrigan – Fire Alarm Service Sales Manager – Why monitoring is important One of the most important aspects of fire protection to a building and its occupants is to have in place a central station monitoring service for the fire alarm control panel and/or sprinkler system in a building. Having a properly […]

Fire Sprinkler Requirements for Elevator Shafts and Machine Rooms
Article by Joe Fowler – Project Manager – Nearly every modern, multi-story building that we walk into includes an elevator. As Estimators, we see the elevator shafts on a Reflected Ceiling Plan and we take note; “I better include for sprinkler heads at the top and bottom of that shaft”. As it turns out, it […]

Inside the Oliver Safety Committee
Interview Session provided by Matt Heiser and Dale Grant The first week of May is designated as Construction Safety Week. Officially, the mission of “safety Week is a show of force. It’s an opportunity for people, companies and our industry to join together, celebrate and re-commit to doing whatever it takes to send everyone home […]

Should I Trust AI Security?
Article by Slav Gulko – Security Sales Expert – The adoption of artificial intelligence technology in the security industry is set to grow exponentially in the coming years, driven by the need for improved safety and efficiency. As AI continues to develop, it will provide an unprecedented level of accuracy and reliability, making it an […]

Combination Fire Alarm & Burglar Controls
Article by Dan Robinson – Fire Alarm Sales Expert – Here at Oliver Fire Protection & Security, we are proud to offer solutions for all of your fire protection and security needs. No matter the size of the facility or residence, we provide solutions to ensure that the correct systems are in place that provide […]

Bringing Dead Zones back to life with a Bi-Directional Amplifier
Article by Dale Grant – Admirer of Steven King – BDAs may not be at the top of everyone’s mind but you’ve experienced a similar scenario. Most of us have been there at some point in our lives. You’re on the lowest level of a parking garage and you realize you left your lights on […]