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Does Your Fire Protection Need Updating?

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:13:16 GMT

Does Your Fire Protection Need Updating?

In 2013, 148 people died from workplace fires in the United States (according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics). Each year, thousands of people receive injuries from an estimated 80,000 business fires. You never know when a fire can happen and it's important to have an effective fire plan to protect your property and workers. You can have the best fire protection equipment including high-quality hoses, reels, and extinguishers, but you need more. Here is helpful information on forming a good fire plan for your company.

Get the Right Info

When was the last time you checked the fire codes in your city or municipality? You must have the latest info on fire codes, and laws and the best source for this are your local fire department or fire officials. They can tell you about changes in regulations and fire protection equipment.

Evacuation Plan

Does everyone in your company know what to do for an evacuation? Unless everyone acts properly during a fire, widespread panic could set in. This can cause injuries and major catastrophes. You must develop an effective plan and include those with special needs or problems speaking English. Once the plan is complete, everyone needs access to it and the chance to discuss your plan and ask questions. This is why you should schedule regular meetings on the subject so you can update everyone on changes.

Enforce "No Parking" Rules

Your people should understand the importance of leaving fire lanes clear. This sometimes takes strict enforcement of the rules to get the message across.

Use a Trusted Supplier for Fire Protection Equipment

American Fire Protection Co. Inc has been in business since 1985. We serve the business and residential communities with high-quality and affordable products. Call us today at (360) 930-8476 to see what we can do for you.

Finding the Right Fire Protection Equipment Supplier

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:10:27 GMT

Finding the Right Fire Protection Equipment Supplier

When you need fire protection equipment for your business, you want the best products and materials. After all, you can't afford to have cheap equipment that could let you down in times of an emergency. Partnering with the best fire protection equipment supplier is very important, and that's the reason many businesses turn to American Fire Protection Co., Inc. when they need dependable and affordable service and supplies. Here are some helpful tips for choosing the right supplier for your business.

Everything You Need

If you want the best source for your equipment, look for a company that can service all your needs. For example, maybe you want fire extinguishers, but you also need to install some fire hoses in your facility. It's best to choose a source that can take care of both needs. This makes the process of ordering and keeping up with invoices and billing, simple and easy.

When you come to American Fire Protection Co., Inc, you have a fire protection equipment supplier that can give you a wide range of products and services. For example, we offer:

Fire hoses
Nozzles
Hose connections
Valves
Adapters
Hose reels
Extinguishers
Extinguisher cabinets

Trusted Brands

It's important to have brands you can trust as you look for a fire protection equipment supplier. When you come to us, you can choose from well-known names like Potter Roemer Fire Pro, Dixon Valve & Coupling, and Elkhart. Our products are made in America and some of the finest on the market today.

Affordability

When you get the best equipment at affordable prices, you have the best of both worlds and American Fire Protection Co., Inc is there with professional advice and next-day delivery if you need it. Call us today at (360) 930-8476 to discover all the good things that we can do for your business.

What Kind of Sprinkler System Do You Own?

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:06:43 GMT

What Kind of Sprinkler System Do You Own?

When you need fire protection valves for your sprinkler systems, you can depend on American Fire Protection to provide you with the highest quality name brand valves and connections in the business. In fact, we supply valves and connections for most systems, but it's important to know what kind of system you own, so that you can give it the best maintenance and care (and install the best systems for new facilities). Here is a look at the four most common types of fire sprinkler systems.

Dry

Do you need to protect an unheated warehouse or space where the temperature may get below freezing? Dry systems do not have water in the pipes until the fire protection valves are opened, and the system is activated. The air in the piping system is pressurized, so it provides a 60 second or so delay factor.

Wet

A wet system always has water in the pipes. This provides an advantage over dry systems because you receive instant protection as soon as the system activates. Wet systems are common in structures with many floors. They need special fire protection valves to limit pressure on the lower floors, because they require high-pressure water to get to the top floors.

Deluge

A deluge system has sprinklers open all the time, so the piping is normally dry. Once the system is activated automatically or manually, a deluge valve lets water into the entire system. Deluge systems are common for large areas prone to fast-spreading fires.

Hybrid

A hybrid or pre-action system needs two separate alarms to activate the system. This limits false alarms that could ruin expensive or sensitive materials and equipment.

A well-maintained sprinkler system can prevent major fire damage and when you need the best fire protection valves and other supplies, call American Fire Protection at 1-360-930-8476 for affordable prices and fast deliveries.

The Storz Connection - Still the Best Option

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:56:25 GMT

The Storz Connection - Still the Best Option

When connecting large diameter fire hoses, time is of the essence. In fact, it's possible to run into a host of problems when trying to use threaded connections. The best way to solve issues like these is with a Storz connection . Here is a brief history of this marvelous invention and some important benefits to consider.

History

Back in the late part of the 19th Century, Guido Storz came up with a way to connect fire hoses that were fast and simple. In fact, it has been the standard fire hose coupling for many European countries and Australia for many years. However, it didn't catch on, in the United States until about 40 years ago or so and there are still fire companies using the old-fashion threaded couplings.

What is the Storz Connection?

The best way to describe this coupling is "quick connect'. However, it's much more than that. In fact, it's really a two-way or sexless coupling. Sexless means that it doesn't use male and female fittings to connect hoses together or hoses to fittings.

It's quite easy to use a Storz connection. You simply press the coupling to another Storz coupling and rotate one coupling until the hooks and slots match up. You then rotate each coupling in opposite directions and tighten with a simple tool. This gives you a seal that's water-tight and will not come apart even under extreme pressure.

To release, use the tool to loosen the coupling, rotate each section and they both easily come apart.

Special Fittings

Do you know you can buy a Storz adapter connection to make old hydrants work with the quick connect coupling? When you come to American Fire Protection Co., Inc., you'll find a wide range of fire safety and firefighting supplies. Call us today at 1-360-930-8476 or toll-free at 1-800-433-5715 to see what we can do for you.