There’s a persistent assumption in the United States that a successful career requires a college degree. Sure, some professions—like teaching or medicine—do require four or more years at a college or university. But as demand for skilled tradespeople continues to increase, now more than ever higher pay doesn’t require higher education. “There’s still a stereotype…
A Bi-Directional Amplifier, or BDA system, is an essential life safety system that makes sure first responders can send and receive crucial radio messages during an emergency. But it’s one that many people have never heard of. Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection Alarm & Detection Manager Jerrad Carpenter explains the ABCs of BDAs. Q: What is a…
Corrosion can occur within a fire sprinkler system one of two ways. Either the combination of water and oxygen present or microbes found in untreated water that can attack the metal pipes. This can happen anywhere in the system and can be difficult to spot as there are many parts that aren’t seen in a…
An Inergen Fire Suppression system is a type of non-synthetic clean agent system that contains a mixture of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and argon. Upon activation, this agent is released into the room, mixes with the air, and extinguishes all flames present. This clean agent doesn’t leave residue or corrosive by-products, protecting all property and assets…
If you own or manage a commercial building, it is important to take care of your building’s fire sprinkler systems so you can have peace of mind that they will function properly when you need them. Inspections and testing of fire sprinkler systems are required by most jurisdictions and it can be difficult to know…
ANSUL® INERGEN® is a clean agent fire suppression system that protects enclosed areas. These systems protect assets and property that would be damaged by conventional suppression agents. INERGEN® systems use naturally occurring gases to suppress fires: nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide. These gases return to the atmosphere in their naturally occurring state after discharge. When…
Fire Prevention Week 2022 is October 9 – 15th. This year is 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week. Starting in 1922, FPW has been sponsored as a public observance by the NFPA. President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance in 1925, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. FPW…
Fire protection refers to measures and practices that are taken to prevent destruction and major impacts that may occur from a fire. Fire protection lessens the unwanted effects of a fire and works to save lives and valuable properties. The measures taken may include studying the risks and causes of fires, research and development of…
Davis-Ulmer is a family of experienced fire protection companies that works together to provide our customers with the best products and services. Because we are a large company, we are able to offer our employees large company benefits, while still giving you a small company feel. Holding a career at Davis-Ulmer is something you can…
Most people are familiar with fire alarms, where occupants inside a building are able to be notified when a fire is present. Fire alarms are a key component to the safety of the building, employees, visitors, and the structure itself. What some people are unaware of is taking the safety step further with fire alarm…
