Category: Advice and Information

There can be no doubt that one of the most catastrophic events that any business can suffer is a fire. From direct costs associated with rebuilding and repairing damaged property to indirect costs like lost revenue and increased insurance premiums, the financial impact of a fire can be devastating for a business of any size.

Even if you have never heard of flow switches, you will certainly have been affected by them in your day-to-day life. They are a highly important component in many mechanical and industrial devices, as well as those in the home.

Here at Applications Engineering, we supply single and double throw vacuum switches to our customers. But what is a vacuum switch? Let’s take a deeper look at what vacuum switches do and where you can expect to find them.

‘All plastic melts in fire’ is one of the most common myths in the fire protection industry. CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) may be a type of plastic, but it’s not true that it will melt and fail in a fire.

When it comes to commercial fire safety, staying ahead of the curve is paramount.

As regulations evolve and technology advances, it’s crucial to adopt fire protection products and solutions that not only meet current standards but also provide enhanced protection and efficiency.

Understanding and correctly measuring water pressure is crucial for effectively operating fire sprinkler systems. Whether you’re installing a new system or maintaining an existing one, accurate pressure measurement ensures optimal performance when it matters most.

England’s water scarcity challenge has intensified profusely. Recent government reports confirm that widespread drought has placed an intense amount of pressure on water supplies, with leakages at 19% and household water consumption surpassing 136 litres per person per day.

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, you will have likely found yourself working from home over the past year, setting up some form of home office to maintain your focus in.

When it comes to commercial or industrial fire sprinkler systems, you cannot be too careful.

These systems are inherently designed and installed to detect, control, and extinguish fires should they break out; they ultimately play an invaluable role in protecting life, minimising damage, and preserving building stability.

Fire sprinkler systems are an essential component of fire safety in industrial facilities. It might be the case that your premises house large amounts of hazardous materials and heavy machinery, making them particularly vulnerable to fires.

For those outside the world of engineering, the term solenoid valve may fall on deaf ears. However, if you’re responsible for upholding a building’s water system stability and safety, particularly in commercial or industrial infrastructure, you may have come across them before.

Bonfire night is just around the corner, but with many of the public events cancelled this year because of the pandemic, there’s a risk that more people will put on their own private firework displays instead.