The fire alarm industry is full of rules. I’ve previously explained each of the six categories of rules, which apply, respectively, to manufacturers, what to install, how to install, to individuals, ...

In the February 2024 issue, I introduced the what rules – the category of rules that tell us what to install in a building, typically segmented by occupancy classification and maximum allowable ...

A fire alarm system is a crucial part of the fire and life safety of a building and its occupants. Fire alarm systems are compromised of several components, including initiating devices, notification ...

Kord Fire Protection is highlighting the role of alarm monitoring in commercial buildings and offering three months of fire ...

It became mandatory to install residential fire alarms nationwide in new homes starting in June 2006, and in existing homes by June 2011 at the latest. In the area under the jurisdiction of the Tokyo ...

For those who find it difficult to decide on a study order because the types of detectors and installation standards are ...

Universally, regardless of who manufactures the Fire Alarm Equipment or who the responsible Alarm Contractor of record is for the system, they are required to comply with NFPA 72. Against the ...