Fire Protection Podcast

Drew chats with Glen Tipton, Director of Solution Engineering at BuildOps, about bridging the gap between install and service in the fire protection world. They dive into how BuildOps' new partnership with Inspect Point is helping contractors streamline project management, inspections, and compliance. Packed with insights on recurring revenue, workforce challenges, and real-world tech adoption, this is a must-listen for anyone in fire life safety looking to level up operations.

Join host Drew Slocum as he sits down with Kyle Jarvenpaa, VP of Business Development at Space Age Electronics, a company specializing in fire and life safety system components since 1963. Kyle pulls back the curtain on Space Age's unique "niche within a niche," discussing their role in supporting OEMs, contractors, and engineers through complementary products and a focus on efficiency. Dive deep into the practical applications of NFPA 241 for safeguarding construction sites, learn about innovative wireless temporary fire alarm solutions, and explore the complexities of smoke control systems and firefighter override panels. Kyle also shares insights on industry consolidation, the value of partnerships, the evolution of system documentation with products like Acer boxes, and Space Age's commitment to education through their Ignite series. Tune in to hear about code compliance challenges, driving installation efficiency, and how Space Age collaborates across the fire protection landscape.

Host Drew Slocum sits down with August and Tony Conte of FireCAD to discuss the recent acquisition by Inspect Point and what it means for the future of the industry. Hear directly from August about his incredible 60-year journey in fire alarm and how FireCAD was born out of a need for better, faster design tools. Tony dives into how FireCAD is revolutionizing fire alarm system design, saving companies valuable time and money by eliminating manual errors and inefficiencies. Discover their vision for connecting design and inspection workflows, creating a seamless experience from start to finish. If you're in fire protection, you won't want to miss this conversation about innovation, collaboration, and the future of the industry!

In this engaging podcast episode, host Drew Slocum welcomes fire protection expert Lee Kaiser from ORR Protection for an in-depth conversation covering a wide array of industry topics. From the cultural buzz around the Kentucky Derby to the critical importance of data center fire safety and the evolving challenges of lithium-ion battery protection, Lee shares his expertise and insights. Lee and Drew get into the future of remote inspections, the benefits of data monitoring in fire systems, and the exciting trends in special hazard fire protection, all while highlighting Orr Protection's national reach and commitment to a positive company culture.

Shawn Mahoney from NFPA joins The Fire Protection Podcast in this episode to discuss the challenges and solutions surrounding fire doors and dampers. The episode explores why these critical elements of passive fire protection sometimes get overlooked in favor of active systems like sprinklers and fire alarms. Shawn explains the code requirements (NFPA 80 and 105), the inspection process, and the crucial role of education and enforcement in ensuring these systems function correctly. Drew and Shawn also address the issue of accessibility for dampers and the potential for integrating fire door and damper inspections into existing compliance platforms.

Join host Drew Slocum as he chats with Jeff Pirro, a volunteer firefighter and sales professional at Inspect Point, on this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast! Jeff shares his unique perspective, growing up with a firefighter father and now serving his community as a volunteer. They discuss the critical role of fire safety and prevention, emphasizing the importance of residential fire sprinklers and the dangers of lithium-ion battery fires. Tune in for insights on the latest fire safety technology, the need for ongoing training and collaboration between firefighters and fire protection professionals, and a look at the proposed sprinkler bill in New York State. Don't miss this engaging conversation on The Fire Protection Podcast!

On this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Jason Webb, a fire protection expert and recovering AHJ, about the intricacies of fire protection codes and standards. Jason discusses his career journey from firefighter paramedic to his role in the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) and his work with Potter. Tune in to hear a discussion on the differences between the International Code Council (ICC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, the code adoption process across states and jurisdictions, and the challenges of keeping up with the latest codes. Drew and Jason also discuss the NFPA code development process, the role of technical committees, and the impact of specific NFPA codes like 3, 4, and 915 on the industry.

In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Ben Pitts and Jamie Knowles of Amerex, the world's leading fire extinguisher manufacturer, about lithium-ion battery fires and the challenges of putting them out. They discuss the importance of using the right fire extinguisher for the job and highlight some of the latest trends in fire protection, including the growing popularity of gas detection systems for electric vehicles.

In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, powered by Inspect Point, host Drew Slocum interviews Victor Stagnaro, the CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The episode is being released on Giving Tuesday, and for every demo booked in December, Inspect Point will donate $100 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.   Victor describes the work of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, including their efforts to support the families of fallen firefighters. The foundation also works to prevent line-of-duty deaths and injuries through education and training.   Victor and Drew discuss the fire protection industry and some of the challenges that firefighters face, including the increased risk of cancer and mental health issues. They also talk about the importance of fire prevention and the role of sprinkler systems in reducing firefighter fatalities.   To donate to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, visit firehero.org.

On this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum welcomes Raj Arora, CEO of Jensen Hughes, a global leader in fire protection engineering and consulting. Raj shares his journey from selling fire alarm systems to leading a global firm, offering insights into the evolving landscape of fire protection. They discuss: - The impact of private equity: How has it shaped the industry, and what does the future hold? - Emerging trends: From wildfires and lithium-ion batteries to the resurgence of nuclear power, how is the industry adapting to new challenges? - The role of technology: How is AI and digitalization transforming fire protection and creating new opportunities?

Follow Raquel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgomezmarvetfire/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-70-fls-report-surveyAGF Manufacturing: https://agfmfg.com/Follow Jim McHugh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mchugh-agf/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-69-fls-report-surveyFirstDue: https://www.firstdue.com/Follow Andreas Huber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-huber-797ba618/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Solutions360: https://solutions360.com/Follow Brad Dempsey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddempsey/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

NFPA: nfpa.org/Follow Shawn Mahoney: linkedin.com/in/shawn-mahoney-p-e-18269a48/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Azuga: https://www.azuga.com/Connect with Matt Curtis: https://linkedin.com/in/matt-curtis-52b288/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com

NFPA: nfpa.org/Follow Shawn Mahoney: linkedin.com/in/shawn-mahoney-p-e-18269a48/Antifreeze Requirements Fact Sheet: nfpa.org/forms/antifreeze-requirements-for-sprinkler-systems-fact-sheetNFPA Conference and Expo: nfpa.org/conferenceConnect with Drew on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: inspectpoint.com

Follow Ryan Fogelman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjayfogelman/Learn more about Fire Rover: https://firerover.com/Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com/

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the intersection of firefighting and technology in Episode 61. Our special guest, Kevin Sofen, from the Smart Firefighting podcast, shares his insights and expertise on how technology is revolutionizing the field of firefighting. In this episode, we explore the innovative ways technology is being integrated into firefighting practices, from advanced fire suppression systems to cutting-edge communication tools. Kevin provides insights into the latest trends and developments shaping the future of fire safety and emergency response. Whether you're a seasoned firefighter, industry professional, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of fire protection, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for embracing technology's role in safeguarding lives and property. Tune in to Episode 61 of The Fire Protection Podcast, and discover how innovation transforms the firefighting industry with Kevin Sofen from Smart Firefighting.

Join us for an illuminating episode of The Fire Protection Podcast as we explore the critical role of The Joint Commission in safeguarding healthcare facilities against fire hazards. Our special guest, Jim Kendig, Field Director of The Joint Commission, offers unique insights into the organization's pivotal role in ensuring fire and life safety standards are met across healthcare environments. From establishing rigorous standards to conducting comprehensive inspections, Jim Kendig unveils the meticulous process behind The Joint Commission's efforts to protect patients, staff, and visitors from potential fire risks. Discover the importance of compliance with fire safety protocols and the profound impact it has on maintaining a secure healthcare environment. Whether you're a healthcare professional, fire safety expert, or simply passionate about protecting lives, this episode provides invaluable knowledge about the vital intersection of healthcare and fire protection. Tune in as we navigate through the complexities of fire safety regulations and the unwavering commitment of The Joint Commission to preserving the well-being of all those within healthcare settings.

Host Drew Slocum chats with John Mackey about the state of the fire protection industry, NFPA, passing the torch to the younger generation, and what the future looks like in fire protection. How does data play an increasingly important role in ensuring the safety of our communities and buildings? How can the fire protection industry act faster to keep up with technological advances? Find out on this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast.

In the latest episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, Bryan Schultz, Co-Founder of Brycer and The Compliance Engine (TCE), joins podcast host Drew Slocum to talk about the crucial aspect of compliance software concerning fire protection systems. Bryan and Drew discuss the challenges fire protection companies, fire departments, contractors, and building owners face when ensuring compliance. Brian explains the essential role that their cutting-edge software plays in ensuring the rigorous testing and maintenance of fire protection systems. This podcast episode encapsulates a forward-thinking perspective on enhancing fire protection systems' probability of optimally operating. The overarching goal remains clear: to fortify building safety measures through technology, collaboration, and strategic foresight. Join us as we explore compliance software, labor challenges, industry standardization, and the evolving safety landscape in fire protection systems.

The Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) is a member-supported, non-profit association established in 1973 to unite and support Canada's fire alarm industry. Today, we have over 400 members and over 3000 registered fire alarm technicians.Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. is a private corporation established in 1979. It focuses on customer service, offering Canada's comprehensive lineup of fire alarms, fire suppression, and security products.For over 60 years, NOTIFIER has been in a leadership position in the fire alarm industry. Today we are the largest manufacturer of engineered fire alarm systems, with over 400 distributors worldwide and regional support operations on every continent, helping to ensure we provide the flexibility and options your business needs. Our commitment to products and partnerships propels NOTIFIER to stand proudly above the rest.Inspect Point is a software platform that helps fire & life safety professionals run their business from inspection to collection. With Inspect Point, companies like yours can ensure efficient and profitable operations while better-protecting customers' properties and communities.

Dyne Fire Protection Labs is an independent testing laboratory serving customers throughout the world. They provide quick, easy, and accurate testing with our free kits and shipping for most kits, and their test reports are in your inbox in five business days. Inspect Point is a software platform that helps fire & life safety professionals run their business from inspection to collection. With Inspect Point, businesses like yours can ensure efficient and profitable operations while better-protecting customers' properties and communities. 

In this conversation, experts from Potter delve into IntelliView, a cloud-connected platform, discussing its origins in nitrogen generators and its expansion to integrate various Potter products like fire alarms and leak rate monitors. They highlight the evolution toward cloud connectivity, integrations into IntelliView, and advancements in fire and sprinkler systems. The discussion covers topics such as emergency wireless communication systems, aspirating detection, and the availability of training resources and webinars on Potter's website. Join in to explore the innovative strides in fire protection technology and cloud-connected solutions.

For years we have worked with Friends of Firefighters to highlight their impact on the firefighting and fire protection community in NYC and beyond.  The organization was started in the wake of the Sept 11th tragedy, providing aid to personnel at Ground Zero.  Over the last 20+ years, It has transformed into a support network for firefighters and their families struggling with mental health and wellness.  These heroes put their lives on the line for us and we should return the favor. Giving Tuesday is an important tradition in our business.  Inspect Point will be matching any donation to Friends of Firefighters through the rest of 2023.

 0:02 - Intro1:25 - Looking Up Everywhere You Go3:40 - Who is Matt Bass?3:57  - A Great Mentor8:26 -  The Importance of Giving Back9:51 -  My Trusty NFPA 25 Handbook10:45 -  YouTube Videos12:28 -  NFPA 25 Inspectors Group14:57 - Open Feedback15:42 -  Hey, There's Bob Caputo!16:23 -  Not to Name Drop but Tracy Demy, Ralph Bliss, Tom Parish17:15 - “Just When I Thought I Was Out…”17:49 - Need a Job in Antarctica?20:22 - A Love of Helping People 21:50 - Make a Group Anywhere23:36 - It's Global24:44 -  Need Photos of a Specific Sprinkler Head Deficiency?25:58 - Sarcasm & Snark: We Love to Roast Each Other26:46 - Our Industry Works Hard and Plays Hard28:24-  Lots of Consolidation in Fire Protection31:19 - The Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders Trying to be one Team32:06 - People Starting Their Small Businesses33:33 - The Age Gap: Younger People Need to Step Up35:09 - The Experienced People Need to Teach the Next Gen the Details36:13 - Learn Everything You Possibly Can37:36 - Quick Response Round!37:50  - Coolest  New Product in Fire Protection38:06 - Flex Heads!39:48 - Favorite “Star Wars” Movie?40:30 - “Return of the Jedi”40:57 - A Bar? Nope, A Toy Store41:44- Favorite Dry Pipe Valve?42:06 - Don't Over-Engineer Every44:17 - Wrapping Up45:07 - Where to Find Matt, aka. Maddie47:45 - Money isn't Everything48:36 - Helping Someone is Worth More Than Dollars48:59 - Until Next Time

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 0:02 - Intro 3:20 - The History of SDi and Detector Testers 4:55 -  Cable Strippers and No Climb Products 6:33  - SDi and Detectors Taking over the World11:44 -  Codes and Standards all over the Globe14:34 - Must be Well-Rounded15:38 -  New Technologies in Detection16:26 -  Cans of Smoke vs. Electronic Smoke17:20 -  Canned Smoke is not Dolphin  or EPA-friendly20:41 - The Rick and Oliver Show21:01 -  Cans of Smoke are Hazardous in the Air and in the Heat22:15 -  NFPA 72 and  ULC Changes23:32 - The NFPA Standards Process24:55 - Cybersecurity and Remote Access25:42 - Software is usually Ahead of the Times26:50 - COVID Accelerated Remote Access27:58 - New Environmental Sustainability Groups 30:15-  Smoke and Heat Testing with a Digital Record31:12 - Digital Records Create Reports - Automatically32:21 - Oliver Demonstrates the Testifire XTR233:55-  A Detector Communicating to Software34:17 - It's All About Deficiencies - Identifying and Fixing Them35:47 - Works on Everything - even 40-year-old Detectors!38:31 - The All Singing and All Dancing System39:26 - Protection from Liability with Digital Reports40:32 - SDi and Detector Testers Try to Recruit Drew41:39 - SDi and Detector Tester Partnership with Inspect Point42:00  - Living in a Software World45:24 - Quick Response Round!46:00 - Rick is on NFPA 461 for Spaceports!47:57 - A Straight-Talking Dutchman48:16 - Oliver's Football Clubs48:52 - Pork Roll or Taylor Ham?49:30 - Wrap-Up

 0:02 - Intro 3:20 - Almost a Lawyer 4:10 -  Navy Vets in Fire Protection 6:33  - Mentors 9:20 -  Bob is Humble11:42 - Teaching12:18 - The Godfather of All Things Fire & Life Safety14:35 - DOL Approvals17:20 - COVID Taught Us About Virtual Training17:38 - New AFSA Location in Texas18:21 - Labs & Classrooms21:20 - Electronic Reporting & Transmitting is the Way to Go22:39 - NFPA Annex is a Great Tool23:50 - Terradactyl Bytes24:13 - The Feel of Pipe in Your Hands25:51 - More Opportunities 26:10 - Not All Hollywood Deluge Systems26:41  - When Seconds Count27:13 - Nepo Babies27:48 - Need to Reach Kids Sooner28:42 - Contractors Need to Join an Organization Like AFSA29:38 - One Tech Support Call or Email and it Pays for Itself30:39 - Biggest Fire Sprinkler Show in the World33:10 - Dope & Tape34:33 - Opening Party Will Be Magical!36:10 - Fire Protection Industry Evolution & Other “Bobservations” 38:51 - New Type of Fire Inspectors40:20 - ITM is Bulletproof41:14 - Three Biggest Causes of Fire42:35 - Quick Response Round!44:02 - Wrap-Up

0:06 -  Fire Protection Terminology 2:34  - Intro to Scott MacRitchies 3:39  - Steve /Ulmer & the Buffalo Bills 5:00 -  A Found Industry 5:17  - Drew has been in Fire Protection for 20 years 5:40 -  LBX Global & Smart Infrastructure 7:04  - FireM 7:45 -  Fire Panel Data Points 8:22  - Capturing Insights  9:20  - Upgrading what is already in Place10:10 - My Dishwasher tells me when it's finished 11:00 - Connected IoT12:23 - Pain Points for Technicians13:35 - How to Attract Young People to Fire Protection15:01 - Roll a Truck only when you really need to16:10 - Third-Party Device17:13 - All Data in One Place19:03  - Carbon Copies?21:50  - Used to be hours, then minutes, and now seconds24: 40 - A Little Box25:54 -  Going Mobile?31:02 -  We are a Conduit33:36 - “My Panel is Beeping.”34:14 - In Other IoT News & Trends in Manufacturing36:10 - We are all becoming Friends37:38 - Co-petitors38:00 -NFPA - FireM at Booth #44239:09 -Nathan Brown, FireM's inventor, will be there39:57 - New Products, including Fire Extinguisher Monitoring41:20 - Healthcare Hand Portables41:44 - Looking for Feedback43:30 - Hit the Inspect Point Button!44:00 - Fast Round44:20 - Favorite Installation?45:10 - Favorite Suppression System?46:02 - Scott's Favorite Suppression System is in the Future!47:04 - Table Smash?48:20 - Wrap UpSee you at NFPA!

0:05 - Intro1:15   - Todd has been on the FPP before (Episode #38)1:25  - Intro to Industrial Fire Protection (IFP) and SEVO Systems3:20 - Todd's favorite Special Hazard4:37  - Moynihan Train Hall's fantastic flame detectors5:40 -  Fire Detection is the Brains of it

 0:05 -   Drew's Intro 0:30  -  Who is Peerless?   1:20  -  The #1 Fire Pump City is NYC   1:30  -   What is Travis's Background?  2:20  -  The Digital Transformation   3:15   -  Fire Protection World lags in Digitalization  5:05 -  When you Need a Fire Pump, you Really Need a Fire Pump  5:40  -  Code Cycles  6:01 -    Smart Systems in a Home vs. for Fire Pumps  7:02  - Lots of Data Collected  7:07 -  Data Can Now Come to You  8:00 - Things Changed Post-COVID  8:20 -  Testing Frequency & Staffing  9: 15 -  What Fire Pump? We Don't Have a Fire Pump.10:30  -  Visibility = Better Protection   11:10 -   NFPA25 Section Re-Write   11:48 -  Perks to NFPA25 Re-Write With Remote Monitoring 12:30 -  Remote Testing? 13:15 -  Constant Flow of Data 14:10 -  Can See What Happens in the System in between Inspections14:20  - Digitization vs.  Digitalization 15:30 -  Saves Manhours 17:36 -  Will Always Need Technicians19:43 - Hardware vs. Software21:08 -  80 to 100 Points of Data23:00 - How Does it All Work?  23:40 - How Do You Avoid Hacking?26:26 -  Biggest Adopters So Far28:56 -  Who Should Get This? Building Owners or ITM Contractors?31:30 -   Efficiency of Knowing What the System Needs Before Going to It32:00 -  Various Costs40:30 - The Steps of the Digital Revolution in Fire Pumps41:01  -   The System Calls a Tech to Come to Fix It42:30 -  Want to Know More? 43: 03 - Join Us For a Webinar on 12/743: 31  -  Functionality During a Live Incident44:20 -  Can Know if Fire is Contained45: 04 - Can Alert Fire Brigade46: 27 - It's All About Safety  46:50  - Drew's Outro & Contact Info for Travis

 0:15 -   Drew's Intro from Antarctica   1:39  -  Intro from Canada  1:54 -   Shout out to Troy Life & Fire Safety   2:09  - Conversion to Listed Antifreeze  3:20  - What is out there?  4:17   -  Sean, who are you?   5:30 -  Supply Chain  5:50  -  NFPA25 and Older Systems  7:34  -  Is a Dry System Better?   9:18   - Will there be a TIA? 10:07 -  How Many Old Systems are Out there?    11:13 -  The Contractor Still has the Liability12:05  -  Refractometers & other new Tools13:17  -  The Field Testing Challenge: it's a Science Experiment16:38  -  Huge Challenge for Contractors19:00 -   When there were Large Vats of Glycerine!22:58  - ESFR26:50  - What's Next?28:01  -  Get Trained29:44  -  Sugar & Concrete32:09  -  NYC DOB35:43  - Canadian Socks37:55 -  Inspection Software Makes it Easy for AHJs39:00  - Fire Sprinklers Save Lives39:40  - Outro

0:15 -   Introduction2:10   -  Remember the Pandemic?3:09 -  The Pre-Engineered Systems Niche 6:04  -  Why a Dry Chemical System?7:20   -  NFPA420 - Extraction Booths13:03 - The Restaurant Industry is Evolving14:05 - Ventless Solutions & Fireballs16:14  -  More Electric Appliances in Restaurants23:42 - More Rigorous Standards, Testing, Reporting, and Repairing 28:18  - Labor Shortage32:06 - Recession, but Everybody Has to Eat33:50 -  International Changes in Restaurant Fire Protection41:30  -  Electrical Detection46:46  - The Jetsons is now50:11   -  The Barista Bot51:47  -   Please Reach out to Jamie with What You See53:34  - Welding for Five Year Olds54:20  - Wrap-Up57:10   - Outro 

0:41 -   Peter's Introduction2:56 -   SSi Background4:52 -   Greensol & Clean Agent Protection9:20 -   SNAP (Significant New Alternative Policy) / Eco-Friendly11:05 -  What is FirePASS?16:47 -  Secondary Systems?17:44 -  Room Integrity & FirePASS23:30 - SSi Battery Solution & Lithium-Ion Fires26:50 - Peter's Experience as an Executive Director of the CFAA29:20 - Importance of Standardized Documentation 33:43 - Peter's Perspective as a Firefighter & Industry Professional37:22 - Technology Adoption in the Industry40:15 - Quick Response Round43:34 - Final Thoughts

0:16 - Fire Alarm Gateways4:14 - Code Updates6:58 - Louisiana: From Tags to QR Codes12:55 - Consolidation in the Industry17:03 - Success of Fire Protection in 202118:50 - A Recession-Proof Industry 20:30 - Final Thoughts on NFPA Boston23:41 - Upcoming Shows25:30 - Closing Thoughts

0:15 - Introduction3:35 - COVID in Fire Protection6:26 - Engagement in the Industry8:45 - Adoption Among Jurisdictions11:58 - Shortage of Engineers / Technicians16:25 - ActiveResume.com & Skilled Labor19:40 - New Detection Technology24:30 - Tesla & Lithium Ion Battery Fires28:24 - Latest From Potter

0:01 - 3:15      - Show Intro and Melinda's Background3:20 - 4:48     - Legalization in Canada vs. the U.S.5:30 - 8:20     - NFPA 420 and Classifying Growing Facilities 9:05 - 10:02   - Craft Cannabis? 10:52 - 12:37 - How Melinda Became Chair of NFPA 42012:50 - 14:40 - CodeNext in the Cannabis Sector14:45 - 16:50 - Solvents in Use Today17:15 - 18:40 - More on the 420 Committee 18:50 - 21:40 - The Standard's Timeline / In-Person Committees21:55 - 25:15 - Detection Systems in Cannabis25:55 - 27:50 - Craziest Deficiency Melinda Has Seen28:00 - 29:20 - Foam Mattress Fires29:25 - end - Closing Thoughts

0:01 - Intro & Inspect Point Deal2:48 - Mike's Introduction4:30 - Mike & Covenant Fire Protection6:17  -  Mike's Role with NFSA7:32  - Layout Technician Class Updates12:20 - Ponchos Class / History14:46 - Benefits of the Virtual Class18:20 - Class Pacing / Knowledge Retention22:40 - Registration Opening26:24 - New Software and New Textbook30:07 - Other NFSA Initiatives 33:20 - NFPA 13 & The Reach of NFSA 38:04 - Wildest System Mike Has Created41:32 - Mike's Time in New England44:44 - Closing Thoughts

0:01 - Introduction2:33 - Adam's Introduction4:40 - Why Kitchen Suppression Hasn't Taken Off10:08 - Mechanical vs. Electronic Suppression13:25 - Firing of Suppression Systems15:18 - Ghost Kitchens18:40 - How Panels are Connected21:57 - NFPA 17 & 17a23:32 - Chemical Suppression in Dry Applications27:45 - How Kitchen Workers are Being Affected 30:18 - Lowering Costs on Inspections34:10 - Final Thoughts on Kitchen Suppression35:50 - Aaron Rodgers' Luscious Locks37:00 - Conclusion

0:01 - Intro2:38 - Lee Kaiser Introduction4:08 - Lee's FSSA Experience5:45 - Training for Specialty Suppression7:02 - Dealing With Special Hazards10:40 - Lee's Top-3 Issues in Fire Protection15:21 - Jarret Ryan's Introduction16:25 - Protegis' Sales Methodology18:30 - Protegis' History With FSSA23:29 - Jarret's Initiatives for Protegis25:10 - Todd Stevens' Introduction25:58 - The Global Outreach Initiative29:01 - Todd's Experience as President During COVID32:38 - Outro

2:11 - Intro3:38 - Bill Introduces Himself5:21 - Who Does Vehicle Suppression?6:36 - What Vehicles are We Talking About?7:29 - Key Off-Road Markets8:29 - Key Over-The-Road Markets9:20 - Regulations For These Markets10:55 - Goal of Vehicle Suppression13:06 - What These Fires Look Like14:19 - How These Systems Work18:41 - Wet, Dry, & Gaseous Systems22:37 - The Kodiak Brand24:53 - Dealing With Bus Fires27:49 - Gas Detection on Trash Trucks29:16 - Timeline of Electric Vehicle Growth32:53 - Fire Suppression of Lithium-Ion Batteries36:11 - Preventing Lithium-Ion Battery Runaways37:21 - Early-Warnings in Private Electric Vehicles40:08 - Looking Beyond Electric Vehicles43:37- Quick Response Round48:04 - Closing Thoughts

TIMELINE:Intro (:01)Coming Up in 2022 (1:32)CONTEST: Inspect Point's Ugly Sweaters & Ugly Deficiencies (1:40)Hello John and Drew Sets This Episode's Agenda (2:11)Meet WESCO (3:50)Born & Raised in Fire Protection (6:57)Family Portable Fire Extinguisher Biz Sold to Kidde (7:25)From a Parts Business to an Importing and Recycling Company (8:19)President of the FSSA & Involved in NAFED (9:32)Did Todd Stevens Cause COVID?  (10:40)What is AIM, What Are Clean Agents, and Where Are They Used? (11:56)Halon 1301 is a Depleting Ozone Agent (13:00)Treaty Banning Production of Ozone Depleting Agents (13:29)Recycled Halon (14:20)Replacing Halon (15:04)3M & NOVEC (5:31)Some Agents Aren't Ozone Depleting But Add to Climate Change (16:31)Phasing Out HFCs (17:00)American Innovation in Manufacturing and Competitiveness Act (AMAC)  (17:32)A Phasing Down  (18:00)There's Always Sand & Water (18:34)NOVEC vs. FM200 (18:49)Dupont Says... (19:03)AIM Is the Law (19:36)An 85% Decrease of HFCs Over 15 Years (20:23)HFC Allocation (21:24)Allocations Are Based on Global Warming Index (22:07)Fire Suppression Agents Have Some of the Highest Global Warming Percentages (23:17)Hard For Manufacturers to Know Cost and Availability of HFCs  (25:08)Recent Manufacturer Announcements: December 2021! (25:45)Sustainability For HFCs is a Huge Issue (27:00)If HFC System Goes Off, It Is Reportable (29:05)HFC is in Hospice (31:00)The Halon Country Club (32:02)Industries Have Their Allocations (34:00)Drew Uses Bear Spray? (34:42)Is the Special Hazard Industry Growing or Shrinking? (37:25)Hospice Theory (40:15)HCFC Was Controlled Before HFC Was (40:45)New Streaming Agent in Aviation (43:56)BTP in All-New Planes (45:00)Touching on Foam (45:30)Lithium-Ion Battery Fires (46:54)Nothing Puts Them Out: Get People Out & Let It Burn (48:50)Will You See John or Drew in a Tesla? (49:25)Quick Response Round (52:25)Cars: 60s Shelby Cobra or Late 60s Corvette? (52:40)Friends & Family: To Tesla or Not To Tesla? (53:15)Craziest Installation: Use or Location (54:25)Craziest Deficiency - Like Inspect Point's Contest! (55:40)Biggest Issues in Our Industry? (56:56)Promote and Help Tech Schools (59:10)Lithium-Ion Battery Fires (1:00:26)Fire Protection Manufacturers and R&D (1:01:15)Innovation is on the Software Side (1:03:17)North or South Jersey? (1:03:39)Where the Parkway Crosses the Turnpike (1:04:10)John Mackey & the Pizza Battle (1:05:20)Where Did You Live in NYC? (1:06:43)Wrap Up (1:07:40)Drew's Outro (1:08:20)

Episode NotesTIMELINE:Intro (:01)Setting Up (1:09)Drew Sets the Agenda for the Episode  (1:55)Who is Hampshire Fire Protection?  (2:09)Hampshire Fire History (2:16)Starting in Sprinklers (3:20)Purchasing and Integrating a Fire Extinguisher Company (3:48)Purchasing and Integrating a Fire Alarm Company (3:03)Jimmy Joins (4:08)Different Divisions in a Family Owned Company (4:38)One-Stop Shop... (5:14)We Don't Clean Kitchen Hoods!  (6:08)We Won't do your Taxes or Clean your Suits, either  (6:38)We Only Want to Do What We Do Best (6:58)From Larry Thibodeau and his Truck to 180 Employees in Various Divisions (7:12)Before and After (8:29)Higher Margin (9:00)No Massive Risk (9:10)Before Inspect Point, We used Paper and Homemade PDF forms (9:38)PDF Forms Were A Pain in the A@@  (11:18)We Had to do Something Better (12:24)Tried to Do Their own Software (12:52)Was Still in Development and Incorporated Hampshire Fire's Suggestions into the Software (13:28)Inspect Point Respects the Voice of the Customer (13:48)Inspect Point Became more Powerful in two years : Great Evolution! (14:18)Amerex and Other Partnerships (12:20)Viking (15:33)Proposals for Deficiencies and Regular Service Work and Solely for All Sprinkler Service (16:01)Inspect Point is Always Adding Great New Features (16:52)Anything powerful has a Learning Curve, but it is worth it (17:03)You can Make Inspect Point What you Want it to Be - Great Options (17:57)Inspect Point Gives You Bay 10x's What you Put into It (17:55) Can Put information All over the Place! (19:31)Primary Metric - Deficiency Quote Estimator, and it had more than Doubled the 1st year  (20:38)In August, the Deficiency Estimator Reached Their Goal For the Year! (20:58)With All the Info into Inspect Point you can track all these ROIs (21:53)Inspect Point Has Connected all our Various Divisions (22:40)Inspect Point Has Streamlined Our Ability to Get Quotes out & Service Work Done  (24:09) Everything in One Place (24:33)Can Get All the Business on the Table (25:18)What Feature Would Hampshire Fire Like Added? (26:37)Balancing Adding Features With Overdoing it (29:53)Inspect Point is Great at Voice of the Customer (31:08)Customer Success and Tech Support People Are Enthusiastic and Patient (31:44)Go Jennifer! (32:53)How to Convey to the Industry How much Inspect Point can Transform Their Business (33:53)Double Service Sales in One Year - Hampshire is the Second Company to say this (34:20)Get  into the Nooks and Crannies (35:02)After the First Year it Was Plug and Play (35:08)We Do All Dry Trips this Summer (35:38)Techs LOVE it (36:48)Facebook Groups Give Great Feedback (37:08)If its not Usable on the Ground, its not Usable (37:48)A Professionally Made Program Makes everything Look Better  - Adds a Sense of Pride (38:08)Psyched About Amerex (39:08)With QR Codes, We sped up the Inspection Process of Fire Extinguishers From 5 minutes to 20 Seconds (40:54)Wrap Up (41:08) 

TIMELINE:Introductions (:12)Who is Pierce Fire Protection?  (:45)AFSA Trade Show and Inspect Point (1:11)Who is Zach Pierce? (2:21)Dad Was a Sprinkler Fitter (3:22)From a Sprinkler Fitting Company to a Full Service Provider (3:40)A New Recurring ITM Revenue Model (4:19)Good Structure for Staying Organized (4:48)The Inspection Drives Everything Else (5:20)Inspect Point Transformed Pierce Fire Protection's Business Model (5:27)From 2-3 Techs Only Doing Tests to Everything in Fire Protection  (6:04)As Fast as You can Cycle Through the Cycle from Inspection Through Invoicing - the Better Your Revenue Will Be (11:10)Runs Itself Other Than Doing the Inspections! (7:22)Easy To Trace and Track Everything (7:35)What do Techs Think of Inspect Point? (7:55)Techs Don't Even Have to Come into the Office! (8:43)Automation and Other New Features in Inspect Point (9:18)Proposals & Work Orders Were a Game Changer (9:33)In 13 Months, Service Sales More Than Doubled (9:43)Inspect Point Acts like a CRM (11:27)Has Pierce's Entire Sales Funnel (11:40)Customer Portal as a Marketing Tool (12:31)Can Manage All Your Building's Fire Related Issues (13:36)Amerex Partnership & QR Code (15:02)Wrap It Up (15:45)Fall Preview (16:17)

TIMELINE:Introductions (1:35)What is the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA?) (3:09)Meet John Denhardt, P.E., FSFPE, VP of engineering and technical services for the American Fire Sprinkler Association (4:20)Between John and Kevin they are on 40 NFPA Committees (4:11)Why it is Important to be on Committees (4:40)Meet Kevin Hall, M.Eng., P.E., ET, CWBSP, PMSFPE (5:00)John & Kevin Bring Real World Sprinkler Contractor Knowledge With Them (6:39)Theory is Great! But, it Has to Work in the Real World  (6:49)ITM Training (7:30)What is Coming Up - the NFPA Tech Meeting (8:01)NITMAN on NFPA13 (9:37)Is John Testing Kevin? (9:52)The NITMAN becomes a CAM (10:26)Three Big CAMS (11:10)Biggest CAM to AFSA (12:00)The History of this Water Supply CAM (12:06)Requiring an Adjustment to the Water Supply (12:30)Should Not be the Contractor's Responsibility (14:00)Where Should the Liability Fall? (15:20)Location, Location, Location (16:33)If Accepted as is - Cost of installation Would Go Up (17:05)The Lawyers Would Have Fun (18:10)There Goes the Price and There Goes theTimeline (18:30)It Isn't Even a Safety Factor (18:48)Any NFPA Member can Vote on it (20:10)Strike the Language! Please Vote in Favor of the CAM! (20:40)Please Educate Yourself on these Issues (20:50)Voting Guide (21:08)Review the Issues and See How They Affect YOU (21:21)Another One the AFSA is Against - Sprinkler in Elevator Hoist Way (22:47)Elevator CAM Acception = Giant Black Hole (23:40)Remove Unintended Affects (24:17)One More CAM that Causes Confusion - 9 vs 12 Sprinklers (26:21)People Can Vote Virtually (29:09)Uncle Sam Needs YOU! (32:06)What is Coming Up in NFPA 25? (33:35)2023 Version Second Draft is Almost Ready for Presenting (34:04)Quick Response Round! (37:09)Want to Meet John's Little Friend? (37:18)Kevin Must Rank Fire Protection Schools! (38:40)Three Inspect Point Co-Founders Went To RPI (39:00)Sprinkler Head Testing Frequency in NFPA25? (39:16)50 Years is a Long Time! (43:10)Where Can We Find You Guys? (43:43)VOTE! (48:00)LIVE from Atlantic City! (48:15)Wrap Ups (57:28)

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  TIMELINE:Introduction (0:16)Catch The Fire Protection Podcast LIVE at NAFED! (1:29)Matt Rice and Andreas Huber Introduce Themselves (2:34)Love Talkin' Fire Protection Systems, Compliance, Jurisdictions, & 1st Responders (4:47)First of its Kind! (6:16)Getting Important Information to 1st Responders (8:30)Operational Information Gap (9:14)Is Their Fire Protection System Even Working? (11:30)1st Responders Would Like to Know What They are Getting into (12:10)1st Responders Dashboard (13:11)Gray Area: What is Given to His About Fire Protection System Conditions? (16:29)How Many Jurisdictions Using Both Tools? (17:50)What About 2020 and So Far in 2021? (19:00)The "Gift" of Covid (28:56)Who Owns the Data? (36:38)Hurdles for 2021? (42:21)What About Insurance Agencies? (47:40)Hurdles are Opportunities (48:49)It's A Lot of Work to get Good Data (50:19)It Has to be More Than Just Technology - Be A Problem Solver (53:20)Quick Round - Golf Version! (59:40)Matt Throws Down! (59:47)