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#437 – How to Replace a Recessed Fire Sprinkler Escutcheon November 7, 2023October 25, 2023 The steps and use cases for replacing recessed sprinkler escutcheons Recessed fire sprinkler escutcheons fill in the gaps in holes that installers cut to expose recessed sprinklers. These parts may get painted, corroded, damaged, loosen, or go missing over time … Read more

#430 – How to Read a Tyco Sprinkler Data Sheet July 20, 2023July 19, 2023 Tyco sprinkler data sheets have a wealth of crucial info Fire sprinkler data sheets are packed with essential information, from technical specs and installation instructions to listings and ordering guides. But they aren’t always easy to read, especially if fire … Read more

#436 – How to Read a Reliable Fire Sprinkler Bulletin | Data Sheet October 18, 2023October 11, 2023 Reliable fire sprinkler data sheets contain the info you need to select heads and accessories Manufacturers publish fire sprinkler data sheets to explain their products thoroughly and simplify the ordering process for customers. And if you’re evaluating … Read more

#438 – How to Replace a Fire Sprinkler Cover Plate November 15, 2023November 8, 2023 If concealed sprinkler cover plates get lost or damaged, putting in new ones is usually easy Some people believe the most attractive fire sprinklers are those that remain unseen. Enter concealed fire sprinklers that hide behind sprinkler cover plates, which … Read more

#434 – How to Read a Senju Sprinkler Data Sheet September 18, 2023September 13, 2023 Understanding Senju sprinkler data sheets makes IDing and ordering the correct parts easier Manufacturers’ fire sprinkler data sheets help customers choose the correct products from what can seem like a confusing number of options. And to the unfamiliar, finding the … Read more

#431 – Tyco LFII Sprinkler Changes & When You Need “Long-Neck” Covers August 4, 2023August 2, 2023 The longer cover plates aren’t a choice—they’re required for some newer sprinklers and provide greater adjustability Tyco has been updating its LFII sprinkler models with new characteristics, including sunsetting some K-factors and rolling out different listings and features. … Read more

#439 – How to Replace an FDC Cap or FDC Plug November 29, 2023November 22, 2023 Putting in FDC caps or plugs is easy—though sizing can be a little confusing. Here are the steps to do it right! Fire department connections (FDCs) outside buildings allow firefighters to hook up hoses and pump pressurized water into … Read more

#435 – Buying Fire Sprinklers on Amazon: Avoid Noncertified Products & Risks October 6, 2023September 27, 2023 Amazon still currently sells some unlisted, non-code-compliant fire sprinklers. Here’s how to avoid getting burned. QRFS is all about easy, online access to fire sprinklers and other products. But convenience without quality is unacceptable in fire protection. Only … Read more

#432 — How to Read a Victaulic Sprinkler Data Sheet September 1, 2023August 17, 2023 Victaulic sprinkler head cut sheets have the info to select sprinklers and accessories Victaulic is most well-known for its innovative history of manufacturing pipes, fittings, and valves, but its fire protection repertoire also includes a wide array of fire sprinkler … Read more