People completing federal government projects or working with federal funds often must use American-made equipment. Others simply want to #BuyAmerican. This blog explains how to do it in #fireprotection, including a review of the major laws and compliance steps. #firesprinklers #fireprotectionsystems
Quick Response Fire Supply, LLC (QRFS.com)
Fire Protection
Ashland, Virginia 1,190 followers
We simplify fire safety system maintenance, installation, and compliance for saving lives and property from fire!
About us
QRFS is your partner in compliance. We help building managers and fire professionals access the right fire parts and information to keep fire protection systems functioning and compliant. We offer over 600 fire sprinklers online, CPVC, grooved fittings, valves, tools, and more. We proudly offer: Tyco, Reliable, Senju, Victaulic, Viking, Wilson & Cousins, SafeSignal, Spears, Blazemaster, GemLock, Lansdale, Mech Valves, Dewalt Fasteners, Sammys, Check Key, Globe Pipe Hanger, and more. Check out blog.qrfs.com for the latest deep dives into the fire code.
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https://www.qrfs.com
External link for Quick Response Fire Supply, LLC (QRFS.com)
- Industry
- Fire Protection
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Ashland, Virginia
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Fire Sprinklers, Fire Hose, Standpipe, Pipe hangers, Alarm Bells, Grooved Pipe Fittings, Fire-Rated CPVC, and Fire Code
Locations
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11091 Air Park Rd
Ashland, Virginia 23005, US
Employees at Quick Response Fire Supply, LLC (QRFS.com)
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Jason Hugo
On a mission to make fire protection simpler so nobody gets burned.
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Linsey Hugo
COO at Quick Response Fire Supply
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Juan Saavedra
Web Developer | WordPress | Data Science | PHP | JavaScript | SQL | Python
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Mattias Clouse
I am passionate about fire safety and dedicated to providing top-quality fire protection solutions.
Updates
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NFPA Journal has an interesting look at the unique risks from lithium-ion battery fires: “'There are still a lot more questions than answers,' said Amanda Kimball, the executive director of the Foundation. 'But there are a lot of people doing work right now to get those answers.'” #fireprotection
The Lithium-Ion Challenge
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The "sprinkler assembly" is referenced in NFPA 13 but not explicitly defined in the definitions chapter. QRFS takes a crack at explaining the specific meaning for this crucial aspect of #firesprinklers and their listed components:
#464 — What is a Fire Sprinkler Assembly, and Why Is It Important?
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A fire at "a company specializing in pool and spa products" was initially attributed to malfunctioning #firesprinklers, a very dubious claim that experts stepped in to refute. Actually, the water seems to have mixed with stored chemicals, creating toxic smoke. This points to the importance of #fireprotection planning and design—namely, what measures protect what buildings and stored items:
BioLab fire incident in Georgia raises questions over sprinkler system
https://fireandsafetyjournalamericas.com
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When do "flush escutcheons" for #firesprinklers need to be listed under NFPA rules? For that matter, what's the difference between a "flush sprinkler" and a sprinkler that's installed "flush." QRFS attempts to clear up any potential rules-based confusion:
#462 – “Flush” vs Flush Sprinkler Escutcheons: What Must Be Listed?
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Sprinkler Identification Numbers (SINs) reveal a lot about #firesprinklers, but sometimes you need to get more specific with the part number. Here's how to interpret Tyco sprinkler part numbers:
#461 – How to Understand and Use Tyco Sprinkler Part Numbers
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Some #firesprinklers are listed as quick and/or standard response, even though they have a fast-response element and their sprinkler ID number is supposed to specify a thermal sensitivity. QRFS reviews why and the relevant sprinkler types and scenarios:
#460 – How Can the Same Fire Sprinkler Be Quick *and* Standard Response?
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A school with #firesprinklers but most of them aren't ready to fight a fire? An unusual and pressing #fireprotection code violation and "variance" history: "At a September 3 city council meeting, Freeport Fire Chief Scott Miller states if a fire sparks inside the building, only 6 sprinklers would work (with those situated in a storage closet)."
State fire inspection uncovers Freeport private school lacks working sprinkler system
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What are the practical differences between BlazeMaster CPVC and FlameGuard CPVC pipes used in #firesprinklers? QRFS dives into the specs, installation rules, and more:
#459 – BlazeMaster CPVC vs FlameGuard CPVC: The Differences
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