FM-200 vs. Novec 1230 vs. Inergen: A Facility Manager’s Guide to Clean Agent Suppression

July 20, 2026

Compare FM-200, Novec 1230, and Inergen clean agent fire suppression systems. Learn the advantages, limitations, and ideal applications for each solution. Facilities such as data centers, healthcare campuses, telecommunications hubs, control rooms, and other mission-critical environments often require fire protection that will not damage sensitive equipment. Clean agent suppression systems

Pre-Action vs. Wet Pipe Sprinkler System

Pre-Action vs. Wet Pipe Sprinklers: Which System Does Your Facility Actually Need?

July 13, 2026

Compare pre-action vs wet pipe sprinkler systems, learn where each is used, and determine which fire protection solution best fits your facility. When designing a fire protection system, one of the most important decisions is choosing the right type of sprinkler system for your facility. While many commercial buildings rely

How Lightning Damages Fire Alarm Panels, and the Surge Protection Most Buildings Skip

July 6, 2026

Learn how lightning damage affects fire alarm panels, the warning signs to watch for, and the surge protection strategies many commercial buildings overlook. When people think about lightning damage, they usually picture downed power lines, damaged roofs, or widespread electrical outages. What many don’t realize is that a nearby lightning

The Mid-Year Fire Protection Audit Every Facility Manager Should Run Before Q3

June 23, 2026

Use this mid-year fire system audit checklist to identify issues, stay compliant, and prepare your facility’s fire protection systems for the second half of the year. By the time Q3 rolls around, most facilities have already completed their annual inspections or at least scheduled them. On paper, everything looks fine.

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NFPA 25 Obstruction Investigations: What Triggers One and What Inspectors Actually Look For

June 16, 2026

Learn what triggers a fire sprinkler obstruction investigation under NFPA 25, what inspectors check, and how to stay compliant and avoid costly system issues. Your facility’s fire sprinkler system may appear to be working just fine until it’s actually needed. The challenge is that internal obstructions develop quietly inside the

The Often-Forgotten Inspection That Fails Buildings: Fire & Smoke Damper Testing Explained

June 9, 2026

Learn fire damper inspection requirements, how fire and smoke dampers work, and why testing is critical for passing inspections and protecting commercial buildings. Most commercial property owners stay on top of visible fire protection systems, such as fire alarms, fire sprinklers, and fire extinguishers. Fire and smoke dampers, on the

FM-200 vs. Novec 1230 vs. Inergen: A Facility Manager’s Guide to Clean Agent Suppression

Pre-Action vs. Wet Pipe Sprinklers: Which System Does Your Facility Actually Need?

How Lightning Damages Fire Alarm Panels, and the Surge Protection Most Buildings Skip

The Mid-Year Fire Protection Audit Every Facility Manager Should Run Before Q3

NFPA 25 Obstruction Investigations: What Triggers One and What Inspectors Actually Look For

The Often-Forgotten Inspection That Fails Buildings: Fire & Smoke Damper Testing Explained

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