by Tom Hartel | May 4, 2020 | Fire Protection
Tips to Protect Your Home from an Electrical Fire Comments: By: You do not often think about the risk of electrical fire when you plug something in, but maybe it is time you did. Electricity is one of the top three leading causes of structure fires in the United...
by Tom Hartel | Apr 20, 2020 | Fire Protection
What is Special Hazard Suppression Comments: By: Fire suppression systems must meet fire safety codes, but what happens when your facility contains combustible, extremely valuable, or irreplaceable materials? Special hazard suppression systems help control and...
by Tom Hartel | Apr 3, 2020 | Fire Protection
The Difference Between Active and Passive Fire Protection Systems Comments: By: Having proper fire protection systems in place is essential for any business or residential space. It ensures the safety of its inhabitants as well as reduce the amount of property damage...
by Tom Hartel | Nov 5, 2019 | Fire Protection
The Evolution of Firefighter Safety Comments: By: FIREFIGHTERS UNIFORMS: THEN AND NOW Firefighter uniforms have changed drastically over time. The flammable street clothes and leather boots worn in the 1600’s offered little protection. Flash forward 100+ years to the...
by Tom Hartel | Jul 10, 2018 | Fire Protection, Fire Sprinklers
10 most common myths about commercial fire sprinklers Comments: By: Many of the common myths about commercial fire sprinklers come from Hollywood. Yes, think of any scene from a movie where the sprinkler system is activated and it’s almost always not a factual...
by Tom Hartel | Mar 19, 2018 | Commercial, Fire Protection
Fire sprinkler requirements for commercial buildings Comments: By: Fire sprinkler requirements for commercial buildings can vary by state, county and municipality. All business owners want to keep their property and employees safe, and one of the biggest concerns is...
