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.
Regional fire-fighting exercise in the training area with urban and contract firefighters.

What Does a Foam Proportioner Do? How It Works and Why It Matters

When water alone isn’t enough to control a fire, foam becomes a necessary tool, and foam proportioners make that possible. These systems accurately mix foam concentrate with water to create a foam solution capable of suppressing a wide range…
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…
Automatic fire sprinkler safety system

When is a Sprinkler System Required in a Commercial Building?

Short Answer: A sprinkler system is typically required in commercial buildings when the structure exceeds certain size thresholds, contains hazardous materials, houses large numbers of occupants, or falls under specific occupancy types like…
Airplane flying at sunset

Decarbonizing Aviation: Charting the Course to Net-Zero Emissions

The aviation industry is a significant contributor to global carbon emissions, with air travel accounting for a substantial portion of greenhouse gas emissions. In response, the sector has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning…
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.
storage for lithium ion batteries

Lithium vs Lithium-Ion Battery – The Need for Better Battery Regulation

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As lithium and lithium-ion batteries power more electric vehicles, portable electronic devices, and energy storage systems, the safety concerns around these high-energy devices increase. Despite their widespread use, current regulations are not enough, leaving dangerous gaps in protection.
airport runway

AFFF Lawsuit Navy – Transitioning from AFFF to Fluorine-Free Alternatives

The recent lawsuit surrounding the use of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), especially in aircraft firefighting, is prompting the Navy and other military branches to move away from AFFF due to its harmful PFAS chemicals.
Lithium-ion Batteries

Improving Safety with Lithium-Ion Battery Storage

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Lithium-ion batteries are essential to modern energy infrastructure, but they come with significant fire risks due to their potential for thermal runaway and explosion. Implementing rigorous safety measures for their storage and handling is critical to mitigating these dangers.