Sprinkler Age A Publication of the American Fire Sprinkler Association

So, you think you know what your inspectors are doing…. Perhaps one of the most interesting and dynamic changes in our industry during my 48-year career has been the shift by many companies away from new construction toward recurring revenue streams through inspections and testing. While a lot of this …

Past Board Member Continues to Contribute to the Industry The American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Association’s  Summer Beach Bashes are a great example of industry professionals coming together for education, networking, and fun!  Attendees from across the region come together each May for seminars, a trade show, and …

Young Professionals Engage With industry The event of the year! I always say that once you attend an AFSA convention for the first time, you finally understand what a special industry we work in. AFSA44 was held in Washington, D.C., and it was a huge success. With over 1,500 attendees, …

Join Industry Professionals in the Lone Star State The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) is excited to celebrate its 45th anniversary in 2026, and we are inviting everyone to the party! Join AFSA as we return to JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas, …

“Cautious Optimism” Continues Into the New Year A new year brings fresh hopes, renewed energy, and evolving expectations—and the fire protection industry is no exception. The same holds true for members of the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA). While construction industry reports suggest a slower year ahead, most forecasts continue …

Expert-Led Blended Instruction, Hands-On Experience Make the Difference   As the fire protection industry continues to evolve and expectations for compliance and performance increase, properly trained professionals are more essential than ever. The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) has designed education and training programs specifically developed for contractor members. Covering …

Nominations Open for 2026 AFSA Awards The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) is accepting online nominations for its top honors: the Henry S. Parmelee Award, the Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year Award, and the Young Professional of the Year Award. Awards will be presented during AFSA45: Convention, Exhibition & …

Hiller Companies’ Apprentice Wins 32nd Annual National Apprentice Competition When Raul Larios first stepped onto a construction site, he had no idea he was about to discover a career that would change his life. Today, he stands as the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) 32nd National Apprentice Competition (NAC) winner. …

As Chair of AFSA, I am proud to reflect on the tremendous success of our recent national convention in Washington, D.C. It was a celebration of our industry. This event brought together passionate professionals from across the country, all dedicated to advancing fire protection and life safety. There were many …

As I grow older, I have been getting in the habit of looking around, asking the reasons why we do certain things, and why we struggle to see the importance of doing other things. Do we do things that we like to do and put off what we don’t like? …