Ensuring the safety of students and staff is a top priority for schools, and a major part of that is having effective fire alarm and sprinkler systems in place. But just having these systems isn’t enough—they need to be regularly inspected, properly maintained, and monitored 24/7 to truly protect everyone on campus. Here’s why these steps are so important and how they can make a big difference in keeping schools safe.
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The Vital Role of Primary and Secondary Power Supplies in Fire Alarm Systems
Fire alarm systems require at least two power supplies: a primary source for normal operations and a secondary source to take over in case of primary power failure.
Safeguarding the Grid: Fire Suppression and Detection for Transformers
Article by Stephen Oliver, PE, MBA – Executive Vice President Transformers are the workhorses of the power grid, silently stepping up or down voltage to deliver electricity efficiently. But these vital pieces of equipment also pose a significant fire risk. Transformer oil, used for cooling and insulation, is flammable, and internal faults can generate high […]
Fireworks Safety: A Deeper Look into Fire Protection Standards
Fireworks have long been a staple of our celebrations, lighting up fairs, festivals, sporting events, and especially Independence Day. However, the “fire” in fireworks raises an important question: What fire protection standards are in place for the manufacturing, storage, and transportation of these explosive items? To answer this, we turn to NFPA 1124, the key set of guidelines ensuring safety in all aspects of fireworks handling.
Why We Can’t Use Square Foot Pricing for Fire Sprinkler Systems: a Deeper Look
This is a common question we receive all the time; Can you just give me a square foot price to sprinkler my facility? To provide an accurate estimate, we need to consider all the details.
Revolutionizing Access Control: MyDoorView’s Impact on Multi-Unit Living
Article by Carlo Tanzola – Area Security Sales Manager and Dale Grant – Marketing Coordinator While the 1990s is often hailed as a Golden Era of American sitcoms, it can be argued that no two programs dominated the nation’s zeitgeist quite like Friends and Seinfeld. For a largely suburban dwelling demographic, these two New York […]
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