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Glove Sprinkler Recalls Model J (6/14/2007)

Due to the potential for heads to deteriorate over time and reports of heads failing to operate during a fire, Globe has announced a voluntary recall of the affected sprinkler heads. more info

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AFP and Kidde to Hold Seminar for Fire Inspectors (4/26/05)

On May 24, AFP and Kidde are teaming up to hold a seminar for fire officials and fire inspectors. The seminar will cover special hazards, UL-300 and tips on maintaining fire protection equipment. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. For more information contact Sarah Ferrel at 973-684-7250 ext. 152. more >

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Codey Signs Bill Requiring Fire Extinguishers in Homes (4/14/05)

TRENTON, N.J. (Newsday, NY) - Homes in New Jersey must be equipped with fire extinguishers before they can be sold or leased or the ownership transferred, under a bill acting Gov. Richard J. Codey signed into law Thursday.

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FM-200 in the News (1/18/2005)

Article from Asia Pacific Development Magazine about FM-200 Fire Suppression Systems.

Fire Away

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UL Tests of Large Drop Sprinkler Systems (1/12/2005)

Factory Mutual suspended approval of Large Drop fire sprinklers, yet Underwriters Laboratories (UL) recent full-scale test consistent with current UL criteria.

See Viking Corporation's Press Release for more information: more >

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NFPA: 3/4 of Americans not prepared to escape a home fire. (1/07/2005)

Only one in four Americans has devised and practiced a plan to escape from the home during a fire, a survey by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has found. Such preparation can be a critical factor in surviving a fire... more >

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Holiday Safety

The Holiday season is one for happiness and hopefulness for the future, but it should also be a time to reflect on what is truly important: Loved-Ones.

Please remember to think about safety this Holiday Season. For essential Holiday safety items that are useful throughout the year, visit our eStore. We recommend an additional Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Detector and a Fire Escape Ladder.

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NFPA Report: Maintain home smoke alarms, replace older ones (11/09/2004)

National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) has found that over the last 25 years, nearly one-quarter of the home smoke alarms in reported fires do not work. more >

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Kidde® Fire Extinguisher Product Bulletin (10/14/2004)

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Certain Kidde 10 lb. Dry chemical steel cylinder fire extinguishers equipped with Zytel black plastic valve assemblies are being replaced by the company due to a potential failure condition involving degradation of the valve. Please click on the logo to the left for more information.

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U.S. Fire Loss Statistics (10/14/2004)

1,687,500 fires were attended by public fire departments in 2002. About 79% of all U.S. Fire deaths occurred in the home. Read on for more fire loss facts.

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High School Opens for Future Fire Fighters (10/06/2004)

Teenagers wanting to emulate New York's firefighters, lionized for their heroism on September 11, 2001, can begin their training in New York public schools as part of a new fire department-themed school that opened recently.

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NJ Mandates Licensing of Fire Inspection Co's (11/28/2001)

Amoungst a growing concern for fire saftey, companies responsible for the Installation, Service, Repair, Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Protection Equipment must now be certified by the State of New Jersey to perform such work. Associated Fire Protection's License Number: NJ 10 more >

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Two Fire Fighters Killed in Boston Restaurant Fire

The owner of Tai Ho Mandarin and Cantonese Restaurant has given city officials a receipt indicating that a company hired to remove kitchen grease at the West Roxbury eatery in June did not clean the kitchen exhaust pipe. Firefighters have said grease buildup in that pipe fueled a blaze last week that killed two Boston firefighters. more >

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