What Are the Functions of Fire Sprinklers? Wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge are the four types of fire sprinklers. Wet pipe fire sprinklers are the most common. Sprinkler heads are connected to a piping system that retains water indefinitely, allowing for immediate release when actuated. The second most prevalent technology (dry pipe…
On the news every day, another house is engulfed in flames. People’s whole belongings vanished in an instant, and lives were lost. The installation of fire sprinkler systems is one simple solution to this problem. The safety of the residents is more vital than granite counter tops and other luxury goods in the home. Sprinkler…
In a sewage lift or pump station, the level transmitter is a small but critical component that helps preserve system integrity and prevent unwanted spills. In the United States, there are more than two million sewage lift or pump stations. All of them work on the same principle and have the same goal: to transport…
Minimizing the risk of fire at your business or home is highly important. Read on to learn more about the different types of fire protection systems. Fire-protection and life safety systems include building exit systems, fire-alarm systems, and fire-suppression systems. Fire-prevention codes specify the proper maintenance and repair of these systems. Fire protection involves the…
In a sewage lift or pump station, the level transmitter is a small but critical component that helps preserve system integrity and prevent unwanted spills. In the United States, there are more than two million sewage lift or pump stations. All of them work on the same principle and have the same goal: to transport…
There are two common approaches to flow measurement: displacement and velocity, each making use of a variety of technologies. Common displacement designs include oscillating piston and nutating disc meters. Velocity-based designs include single- and multi-jet meters and turbine meters. There are also non-mechanical designs, for example, electromagnetic and ultrasonic meters, and meters designed for…
Read on to learn some of the elements you need to have in place as part of a fire safety plan. The appointment and organization of designated supervisory staff by position, with related duties and responsibilities during an emergency. Instructions for building occupants and staff on fire prevention methods and what to do in case…
A smart building is one in which critical equipment and assets such as air handlers, chillers, boilers, and lighting can communicate with one another. A sophisticated management system is in place to monitor and optimize all of the components. A Smart Building aims to provide useful services that assist occupants in being more productive and…
The building management system (BMS) is a centralized control system that is responsible for automatically regulating and controlling non-GMP facility subsystems, including the maintenance of predefined parameters (or set points) and the control of their functionality. The BMS’ primary objective is to ensure the facility’s operation is safe, while also monitoring and optimizing the use…
In a sewage lift or pump station, the level transmitter is a small but critical component that helps preserve system integrity and prevent unwanted spills. In the United States, there are more than two million sewage lift or pump stations. All of them work on the same principle and have the same goal: to transport…