Deluge Systems vs. Pre-action Sprinklers

Deluge Systems vs. Pre-action Sprinklers

Deciding which fire protection system is right for your needs can be difficult. Let’s discuss the difference between two popular options, deluge and pre-action. Deluge systems are filled with unpressurized air and open sprinkler heads, while pre-action systems are filled with pressurized air and each sprinkler head is activated individually depending on the location of…

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Commercial versus Residential Fire Protection

Commercial versus Residential Fire Protection

Commercial versus Residential Fire Protection Commercial buildings are typically larger and more complex than residential homes. As a result, commercial properties often require more complex fire protection measures than homes. In addition, commercial properties are used for various purposes including retail, entertainment, food service, and more, and their fire protection systems must be adapted accordingly.…

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Fire Protection for Las Vegas, NV Buildings

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Western States Fire Protection provides services and systems to keep Las Vegas, NV safe from fires. We provide fire protection for everything from hotels to casinos, multifamily housing, hospitals, and more. Our Las Vegas branch location serves the Las Vegas Valley, Mesquite and Laughlin, NV, Southern Nevada, Southern Utah, Southeast California, and Northern Arizona. Fire…

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The Portland Fire Pump Project

Portable Fire Pump (Portland, OR)

On a cloudless and sunny fall afternoon, the Portland office hums with excitement. 9-year WSFP veteran, Cory Wallace, is preparing one of his two portable fire pumps to ship out to a new job site. These fire pumps, which Cory built to fit inside of a towable trailer, have been filling a much-needed purpose on…

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Is Your Multifamily Home Protected From Fires?

Multi Family Home Fire Protection

Multifamily Home Fire Protection Are you practicing fire safety in your home? What about the hundreds of other residents living in your multifamily complex? Living in an apartment, condominium, or any additional multifamily residency has a few different fire safety measures than an individual family home. According to a study done by NFPA, apartments made…

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Fire Extinguisher Inspection Frequency

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Fire extinguisher inspections are a critical component of fire safety. Regular inspections ensure that fire extinguishers are in optimal working condition and ready to be deployed in an emergency. At Western States Fire Protection, we recognize the significance of these inspections and offer comprehensive services to help maintain the safety of your premises. If you’re…

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Decatur, IL Fire Protection Company

When it comes to providing your business and people with fire protection that can help save lives, you need a contractor you can trust. National Fire Suppression is that team for fire protection design and installation, repair work and regularly scheduled inspections and testing. Our Decatur, IL location can serve a wide variety of businesses…

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Fire Protection Installations, Inspections, Service and Repair in Kansas City

National Fire Suppression provides fire protection services for commercial, residential, and industrial facilities in the Kansas City metro area. We are committed to providing exceptional fire sprinkler, suppression and alarm systems that can assist in keeping your people and property safe from fire. Fire Protection System Installations At National Fire Suppression, we can design a…

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Types of Fire Hydrants & Inspection Requirements

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Fire Hydrant Inspections & Testing In the event of a fire, the availability of an adequate water supply is crucial. It can be a matter of life or death for buildings to have the water supply needed to suppress and extinguish a fire. Fire hydrants (sometimes referred to as “fireplugs” or just “plugs”) provide the…

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