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INCOMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
As more buildings are outfitted with automatic sprinklers, designers and installers look for ways to market their products profitably in suitable environments. Occasionally, unintentional conflicts occur that could result in fire protection system failures.
Today’s Warning! Hot Coffee, “Product Incompatibility” describes the challenges of mixing to two products that may not be compatible.
Your Warning! Hot Coffee can be downloaded from http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/downloads/pdf/coffee-break/hc_2009_0304.pdf
Always refer to nationally recognized design and installation standards, the product manufacturer or listing details for specific information.
HISTORY OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS
Automatic sprinklers have a more than century-old record of effective fire control. Go to http://www.nfaonline.dhs.gov/browse/index.shtm#P136 to learn about the early days and development of sprinklers, and the many innovations that have evolved to make sprinklers the best life-safety and fire protection tool we have today.
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The United States Fire Administration recommends everyone should have a comprehensive fire protection plan that includes smoke alarms, residential sprinklers, and practicing a home fire escape plan.
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