Industry

Safety and Health Considerations for Fire Systems Professionals At a recent fire industry technical conference, a group of attendees was asked why they entered this profession. The typical response was consistent with the industry’s universally recognized vision and goals: “To protect people and property.” While this is a noble and …

Industry Partners Donate Fire Sprinkler System to Firefighter and His Family  Nine out of every 10 fire deaths happen at home, and most of these fires happen at night while people are sleeping. These are industry statistics that Jon Rocasi knows well and not just because he’s a firefighter in …

Mid-Year Chapter Leadership Conference Connects Volunteers Learning, developing, networking, and collaborating—all occurred at the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA)Mid-Year Chapter Leadership Conference. This year’s two-day virtual event occurred May 5-6 and brought new and veteran chapter leaders together to gain resources to implement in the operation of their chapters.  The …

In an age where technology rules all, it comes as no surprise that companies are adjusting their business plans and training approaches to be more grounded in virtual availability. Whether industry customers or workers are looking for training based in virtual reality (VR), hands-on learning, or online courses, Viking has …

Victaulic Participates in Homes for Our Troops  American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) member Victaulic is donating sprinklers to one of two custom homes in Escondido, California, being built for Marines who were both injured during tours in Afghanistan and require residences with adaptions designed for enhanced safety and accommodating mobility. …

But Sometimes It’s the Good Kind… BBQ Contest Supports Virginia Burn Survivors Foundation  On March 25-27, 2021, barbecue teams from across the U.S. converged on a little town in Virginia called Urbanna to light their fires and begin the process of smoking meats at the 4th Annual BBQ Gives Back …

Ferguson Fire & Fabrication is the Nation’s Largest, Most Trusted Independent Distributor of Fire Protection Supplies Ferguson Fire & Fabrication is a division of Ferguson, the largest pipe, valve and fitting (PVF) distributor in the United States. Since 1987, we have served the fire protection industry and grown into the …

Our new brand marks a transition from two leaders working side by side to a single team with a shared purpose: to be the first choice for the professionals who build and maintain our world. We’re dedicated to building connections that last. That passion for excellence has unified Anvil International …

Building the Future of the Next Generation One Opportunity at a Time Having grown up in the fire sprinkler industry, Scott Cox is keenly aware of the places the industry excels and the areas in which it needs growth. Often discussed but also elusive areas to tackle are the recruitment, …

Written by Jason Webb –Director of Industry Affairs at Potter Electric One of the keys to assessing the overall health of a dry or preaction system is to keep an eye on its leak rate. Excessive leak rates can put unnecessary strain on air compressors or nitrogen generators. For systems …