Control Mode Specific Application (CMSA) sprinklers and Early Suppression Fast Response (ESFR) sprinklers use lots of water to control high-challenge fires. These types of sprinklers are often more sensitive to obstructions than other types.  Learn the obstructions' impact and how to space the sprinklers near them appropriately. In recent years, research has led to new […]

This course will start off with a brief overview of both electric and diesel fire pump controllers and their selection, followed by a more detailed review of the various drivers/starting methods - (Across the Line, Part Winding, Primary Resistor, Autotransformer, Wye-Delta Open/Closed, Soft Start and Variable Frequency Drive - (VFD). We’ll then discuss which starting […]

NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, is concluding its revision cycle, and the language that will be included in the 2025 edition is almost set. This webinar will review the important first and second draft revisions and provide an update on any topics that may be up for debate […]

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UL 2443 Standard for Flexible Sprinkler Hose with Fittings for Fire Protection Service has been revised to address historical questions regarding flexible sprinkler hoses. The new product standard now addresses maximum K-factors for sprinklers, new methods for determining friction loss and the maximum number of bends, and updates to marking requirements and installation instructions. Concurrently, […]

What is AFSA’s VIP? What is NGS? Something is different about AFSA apprenticeship training, and if you can’t put your finger on it, please join us for this interactive webinar. We will spend the first segment explaining AFSA’s Virtual Instruction Program (VIP) and how it differs from the traditional curriculum path that AFSA continues to […]

The proposed NFPA 200, Standard for Hanging and Bracing of Fire Suppression Systems, had begun its first revision cycle to establish the inaugural 2026 edition. Developed to establish criteria specific to systems other than sprinkler systems, this standard will be the new authority on hanging and bracing requirements for other standards to reference and extract. […]

This fast-paced webinar will focus on 6 Key Steps to a Successful Plan Review and 7 steps to understanding computer-generated hydraulic calculations.  This webinar will benefit building and fire code officials who review and approve fire sprinkler plans. Learn More & Register

This presentation examines assessing the need for a fire pump along with choosing the proper pump capacity. This will include discussions on pressure generation, rated flow and pressure adjustments, and verification of maximum churn pressure. At the conclusion of the presentation, attendees will be able to properly size and select a fire pump assembly based […]

NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, is concluding its revision cycle, and the language that will be included in the 2025 edition is almost set. This webinar will review the important first and second draft revisions and provide an update on any topics that may be up for debate […]