Water Mist System Fire Protection

Water Mist System Fire Protection

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A water mist system overview is detailed in NFPA 750, a standard touching on unique specifications that separate it from a traditional sprinkler system.
The New Standard for Parking Structures

The New Standard for Parking Structures

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The new NFPA 88A standard for parking structures is paving the way for fire protection solutions that prevent injuries, damage, and loss.

How to Put Out a Lithium-Ion Battery Fire

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Lithium-ion batteries are preparing us for an electric mobility-focused future, providing a compact power source for personal electronics, various modes of transportation, industrial equipment, and more. As smartphones, laptops, hybrids,…
Electronic cigarette

Vape Battery Fires in Waste Facilities: The Hidden Crisis of Disposable Vapes

How disposable vape batteries are driving an unprecedented surge in waste management facility fires. Can vapes explode? Unfortunately, yes. When a vape’s lithium-ion battery is punctured, overheated, or crushed, it can enter thermal runaway,…
Unrecognisable man riding electric scooter in city during sunset

The Rising Threat of Electric Scooter Fires: Understanding and Preventing Battery Hazards

In recent years, where sustainable transportation solutions are rapidly gaining popularity, electric scooters have emerged as a convenient micromobility device option. However, beneath their eco-friendly exterior lies a critical safety concern…
4 firefighters battle a roaring blaze.

The 4 Stages of Fire Development Explained

As we all know, fires don’t just appear fully formed—they go through distinct stages, from a small incipient fire to a fully developed stage, and eventually to the decay stage. Understanding these phases helps you react appropriately, whether…
A firefighter holding a hose and fighting a fire

Wildland Firefighting in the Climate Crisis Era

Wildland firefighting involves combating fires in forests, grasslands, and other natural areas to protect ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and human communities. In recent years, the intensity and frequency of wildfires across the United States have worsened due to the climate crisis.
firefighters putting out a kitchen fire

Improving a Structure’s IDLH Environment

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An IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) environment is a setting where conditions pose an immediate threat to life or health or could cause severe, irreversible harm without proper protection measures. These extreme conditions - commonly found in fully involved structure fires - expose firefighters to high temperatures, toxic gases, and heavy smoke, putting their safety at significant risk.
Thermal Runaway Reduction Act

Thermal Runaway Reduction Act

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Learn how to safeguard your facility in the age of automation. Incorrect material handling and lifting techniques have been a leading cause of injuries within warehouses for decades. Mega industrial warehouses, distribution centers, and logistic leaders are quickly converting to electric material handling equipment to prioritize clean emissions, increase safety, and streamline operations.
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Characteristics of a Class A Fire

Class A fires are those fueled by ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, fabric, and some plastics. Typically found in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, they ignite when those combustible materials are exposed to high temperatures, making this class one of the most widespread.
A graphic of the fire tetrahedron components.

The Impact of the Fire Tetrahedron on Fire Suppression Strategies

The fire tetrahedron is a key part of suppression solutions and fire safety. This model builds on the traditional fire triangle by introducing a critical fourth element: the chemical chain reaction. Fire suppression systems are developed to combat these elements, focusing on disrupting the chain reaction that keeps fires burning.

What is a Class D Fire?

When you consider the potential dangers and challenges posed by Class D fires, it is important to understand the different types of fires in order to successfully achieve fire suppression. Class D fires are characterized by their involvement…