The Dos and Don’ts of Commercial Building Fire Protection

When it comes to fire protection for commercial buildings, mistakes  must be avoided. If an error is made in fire protection, serious and irreversible damage can occur to the building itself and the contents within. Building occupants can also be placed in harm’s way...

What Happens During a Fire Extinguisher Inspection?

As a business owner in the greater Capital Region, it’s important to follow fire extinguisher inspection guidelines. Also a State code requirement, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has established these guidelines to help protect business owners,...

Is Your Fire Suppression System Outdated?

In order to work properly, fire suppression systems must be properly installed and regularly inspected. Regular fire suppression system inspections will ensure that your building, along with the people and any valuable equipment inside it, are protected from fires....

Is Your Fire Protection Equipment Really Keeping You Safe?

You know the sprinkler heads are there, and you see the extinguishers on the wall. The elements of fire protection are there, so surely you can feel good about how you’re protecting your business and everyone in it. Well, not necessarily. Just having the system in...

Why Do My Fire Extinguishers Need Recharging Every Year?

Answer:  They Don’t! We’ve all heard about the very important annual service which is required by code.  Well isn’t recharging required as part of that service?? Not necessarily. Save a very few exceptions, nearly all fire extinguishers require internal maintenance or...