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Articles Tagged with ''fire protection''

Commercial pipe support system installed on a wall.

Commercial pipe support best practices: applications, materials and code compliance explained

Commercial construction presents unique challenges that make pipe support more complex than in residential work.
Sean Comerford
Sean Comerford
February 13, 2026

Pipe support plays a foundational role in the performance, safety, and longevity of commercial plumbing and mechanical systems.


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A 3/4" copper water main has frozen and cracked below ground outside a house. The background is excavated dirt.

Preventing sprinkler freeze failures starts long before the cold arrives

Why clearly defining heated envelopes, coordinating insulation and choosing the right dry technologies are essential to reliable fire protection in cold conditions.
Karl Wiegand, PE
December 9, 2025

When sprinkler piping freezes, the resulting consequences can be grave: water damage, operational disruption and loss of fire protection when it is needed most. These failures are frequently attributed to extreme weather, but most stem from oversights in controlled conditions, such as unclear heated boundaries, improperly installed insulation that isolates piping from heat and incorrect application of dry sprinkler technology.


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Balancing environmental responsibility and effectiveness in fire protection systems

Trends driving the future of fire protection design and construction.
Clifton Hartford
April 22, 2025

The demand for smarter, cleaner, and more efficient fire protection solutions is growing, especially for hospitals and data centers. Fire protection engineers, contractors, and manufacturers must stay updated on changing regulations, fire codes, market needs, and new technologies.


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Fire breaks out at Rovanco Piping Systems' Joliet manufacturing facility

No employees were injured, civilians reported multiple explosions.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
April 15, 2025

People in the surrounding area reported multiple explosions during the blaze. The cause of the fire is still unknown. Chemicals were present inside Rovanco’s facility, but fire officials said there were no air quality concerns associated with the flames.


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Armstrong vertical-in-line fire pumps

February 2, 2025

 Armstrong Vertical-In-Line Fire Pumps eliminate the need for offset piping and motor realignment. They also use less floor space than comparable Horizontal Split Case designs.


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Li Li joins Telgian Engineering & Consulting as Regional Practice Leader

December 23, 2024

In this position, Li will be responsible for the implementation of fire protection solutions and strategies serving TEC clients in the Pacific Northwest region.


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Victaulic fire sprinkler coupling

October 18, 2024

With extended track neck bolts, the hardware engages into the housing, allowing for one-hand assembly with no spinning bolts or pinched fingers.


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Zurn Wilkins introduces One-Bolt Coupling

September 18, 2024

The One-bolt coupling is available in sizes ranging from 1-1/4” to 6”.


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Aliaxis signs definitive agreement to acquire Johnson Controls’ CPVC pipe & fittings business for residential and light commercial sprinkler systems

August 13, 2024

This acquisition affirms its commitment to its North American growth strategy. Aliaxis is bolstering its product range with a more comprehensive portfolio in fire suppression systems for residential and light commercial applications. The acquisition will be part of IPEX, Aliaxis' leading brand in the region.


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Camp Fire Devastation in Paradise, CA

Rebuilding effort in Paradise, California focuses on fire-safe buildings

Rebuilding Paradise
Mike Flenniken
July 24, 2024

The Camp Fire in Butte County, California, started in 2018, destroying over 18,000 structures and causing 85 deaths. Paradise, a town 90 miles north of Sacramento, lost about 95% of its buildings, but It is on the road to recovery.


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