What’s the difference between A-LOK ® and CPI ™ Tube Fittings

August 30th, 2010 by Dale Foster, Jr.

If you’re going to set-up a system involving the transfer of fluids, you’re inevitably going to need fittings to connect all the tubing involved in the system. The tube fittings are generally made from brass, steel, stainless steel, and for some rare situations, aluminum. When selecting a tube fitting, be sure to select one that is the proper size, and is rated for the pressure that it will be subjected to. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Purchase a Replacement Fire Sprinkler Gauge

August 30th, 2010 by Dale Foster, Jr.
The most important thing to look for when replacing a pressure gauge for a fire sprinklers is Underwriters
Fire Sprinkler Pressure Gauges

Fire Sprinkler Pressure Gauges

Laboratory (UL) listed and Factory Mutual (FM) approved certification for fire protection sprinkler service.

If you maintain a commercial fire sprinkler system you may be familiar with The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), which publishes NFPA 25, Standard for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems. This 100-page document contains the rules, regulations and procedures for performing proper maintenance on systems. Read the rest of this entry »