Fire Prevention Week 2020

Fire Prevention Week Fire Prevention Week is October 4th -10th 2020. Every year, Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is recognized to educate the public about important fire safety matters. FPW has been sponsored by the NFPA since 1922 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The Great Chicago Fire killed more than 250 people,…

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Service Your Fire Pump Before Cold Weather

Get Your Fire Pump Ready for Winter Fire pumps are a necessary part of fire protection systems in applications where adequate water pressure and volume cannot be generated by the water supply. In these applications, fire sprinkler systems will not function properly if the fire pump is not working correctly. NFPA 25 requires regular service…

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Inspections & Service for Fire & Life Safety Systems

Life Safety System Inspection & Service Taking care of your fire protection systems and life safety systems should always be a priority, even if your building is vacant. If you start to lapse on your inspections, you could face repercussions in the form of a damaged fire protection system, putting lives and safety at risk…

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Wet vs. Dry Fire Sprinkler System: Which is More Effective?

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Wet vs. Dry Fire Sprinkler System One of the most important ways to make sure that your facility is protected is to have the proper sprinkler system that is designed to meet the needs of your application. Two common sprinkler systems that are installed in properties are wet pipe and dry pipe sprinkler systems. Wet Pipe…

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Basic Components of Fire Alarm & Detection Systems

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What Are the Basic Components of Fire Alarm & Fire Detection Systems? Fire alarm and fire detection systems are an essential part of the life safety system for any building. Whether you have a commercial, residential or industrial facility, it is important that all of the components of your fire alarm and fire detection system…

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Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems: Understanding the Options

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4 Types of Fire Sprinklers There are many types of fire sprinkler systems that are available for your building. Whether you have a retail building, a high hazard industrial facility, or a warehouse, you can find a sprinkler system that works well for your application. Traditional Fire Sprinklers Traditional fire sprinklers are the most common…

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Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week 2019 October 6th – 12th, 2019 is Fire Prevention Week. Fire Prevention Week has been recognized since 1922 by the NFPA. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge made Fire Prevention Week a national observance. Fire Prevention Week is observed on the week of October 9th to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.…

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Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler Systems

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What is a Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler System? A pre-action fire sprinkler system is a type of sprinkler that requires a two-step process in order to discharge. These systems work well in areas where accidental discharge needs to be prevented. How a Pre-Action Sprinkler Works Pre-action fire sprinklers are a dry sprinkler system, water is not…

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Fire Alarm & Building Monitoring

Security & Fire Alarm Monitoring Fire alarm and security monitoring can give you the peace of mind that your building is protected around the clock. With a monitoring system, you will have live operators 24 hours a day that are ready to respond to an emergency in your facility. WSFP provides fire alarm and building…

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Fire Protection for Los Angeles Homes and Apartments

Residential Fire Protection Systems in Los Angeles Western States Fire Protection has many locations across the Western half of the U.S. We have a branch location in Lakewood, CA that serves the Los Angeles Area. Originally this location concentrated on residential projects only, but it has now expanded to commercial and industrial projects. Fire Protection…

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