When a warehouse experiences a big fire, it usually makes the news because smoke clouds the sky and can be seen for miles around, right? What are some of the most common causes of warehouse fires? Electrical Issues First, there are electrical and/or lighting problems that can cause warehouse fires. For instance, an exposed or… Read more »
Fire Alarm & Protection Blogs
What Should You Do with an Old Commercial Fire Alarm System?
If you work in a building that’s older, chances are good that it has an older fire alarm system. Obviously, if you’re there, you want to make sure that people get out of the building if there’s a fire, and they need to be alerted to one thanks to the system in place. When it… Read more »
What Should You Do With Old Commercial Fire Alarm System?
If you work in a building that’s older, chances are good that it has an older fire alarm system. Obviously, if you’re there, you want to make sure that people get out of the building if there’s a fire, and they need to be alerted to one thanks to the system in place. When it… Read more »
4 Common Fire Safety Violations in Commercial Buildings
Most businesses have the required safety features their buildings need, but many forget to check if they adhere to basic fire safety rules. Fire safety violations are common in commercial buildings where owners and employees maintain a fast-paced work environment. It is easy to forget that just because you have the required smoke detectors and… Read more »
Does My Business Need Photoelectric or Ionization Smoke Alarms?
There are two very common types of smoke alarms, both with fancy names: photoelectric and ionization alarms. Do you know which ones you currently have? Most people do not– they just know they have some smoke alarms in their home or building. Ionization vs. Photoelectric How do the two types of smoke alarms work? Well,… Read more »
Why is My Commercial Fire Alarm Chirping?
Is there a bird or some sort of animal in the office or the building? What’s that chirping noise? Oh, it’s the fire alarm. Why is the commercial fire alarm chirping? There are several reasons your fire alarm is chirping. Perhaps there’s a loose or improperly installed battery that needs to be checked. Sometimes, the… Read more »
Choosing the Right Places For Commercial Smoke Detectors
What are some things for commercial businesses to consider when installing smoke detectors? Well, every business is unique. Your business has specific needs and liabilities, such that you need to ask certain questions and then find the right answers. How Many Smoke Detectors Does Your Building Require? For instance, how many smoke detectors does your… Read more »
How Warehouses Can Prevent Fires
Warehouses can prevent fires from getting out of control by taking simple steps to ensure they’re prepared for any potential problems, and by doing maintenance and replacements as needed, especially concerning fire alarm systems. What Warehouses Need to Prevent Fires What are the key things warehouses need to consider, in order to help prevent fires… Read more »
The Importance of Control Stations for Fire Alarms
Control stations for fire alarms are important because they’re a critical component when it comes to a property’s safety and security plan. Control stations are like having a person watching and waiting to see if there’s a problem at a property, and, when there is, they notify the authorities to come deal with it. Of… Read more »
The Critical Role of a Fire Alarm Panel
What’s the purpose of a fire alarm panel? It activates a quick emergency response when there’s a fire, letting people know they need to get out of the building. Fire Alarm Panel Types There are basic fire panels which sound an alarm when there’s danger. More complex fire panels might call the local fire department… Read more »