fire protection systems

Navigating UL Listing vs. FM Approval for Commercial Fire Pumps

September 10, 2026

Learn how these marks differ to help you specify the best fire pumps for your projects. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate In commercial and industrial facility design, […]

Physics, Hydraulics, and Code Requirements Behind Water Delivery Time in Dry Pipe Fire Protection Systems

August 19, 2026

Learn how to confidently design code-compliant systems that bridge the gap between theoretical calculations and real-world life safety. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate NFPA 13: Standard for […]

SFPE Releases 6th Edition of Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering

July 15, 2026

The Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) is proud to announce the publication of the 6th Edition of the SFPE Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering—the most comprehensive and authoritative reference ever developed […]

Engineering Design and Operational Guidance for Fire Pumps Arranged in Series

June 17, 2026

Learn good enginering practices to support reliable, code‑compliant series fire pump installations. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate This article translates the technical requirements and practical implications for […]

SFPE Announces Program and Speakers for 2026 Annual Conference & Expo

June 3, 2026

The Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), the world’s leading professional society for fire protection and fire safety engineering, announces the opening of registration for the 2026 SFPE Annual Conference & Expo. Held […]

ICC Releases the 2024 IBC Essential Fire Safety Provisions Publication

May 26, 2026

The International Code Council (ICC) has released the 2024 IBC Essential Fire Safety Provisions, published in both Spanish and English, to allow jurisdictions in Latin America to more easily adopt the International Codes® (I-Codes®). This publication has been […]

Guidelines for Fire Protection Water Supplies per the 2024 IFC and Associated Standards

May 13, 2026

Proper design requires alignment with applicable codes, as well as careful consideration of supply variability, system demand, and long-term reliability. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate All water-based […]

Home Fire Sprinkler Week 2026 to Raise Awareness of the Life-Saving Benefits of Sprinklers

April 14, 2026

Fire departments and safety advocates across North America will unite for Home Fire Sprinkler Week, May 10–16, 2026, to deliver powerful messages about how home fires can become deadly in under […]

NFPA to Host Annual Conference & Expo in Las Vegas on June 22-24, 2026

March 31, 2026

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host its annual Conference & Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on June 22–24, 2026. This comprehensive event brings together thousands […]

Engineering Considerations for Stationary Fire Pump Installations

February 27, 2026

Proper design ensures that fire protection water supplies remain available, stable, and verifiable throughout the life of the system. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng, CPD, LEED Green Associate NFPA 20 establishes […]

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