To the editor A fire began in an occupied room on the fifth floor of the Showboat Casino Hotel in Atlantic City on Wednesday April 24 at around 7 45 p m Three floors in total were evacuated and the building's smoke detectors and fire sprinklers were activated The sprinkler system worked ...
The sprinkler heads in a deluge system are open, meaning they don't have a trigger function and are activated simultaneously. Deluge systems are usually installed in chemical plants or other areas where the spread of fire would be exceptionally hazardous. The widespread use of fire sprinkler ...
During the testing phase, contractors also troubleshoot common issues that may arise with commercial sprinkler systems. These issues could include malfunctioning controllers or faulty sensors that affect the overall performance of the system. Contractors must verify that all components are working correctly...
No matter if it’s a motion-activated sprinkler or scarecrow, any device that generates startling noise, movement or bright lights can help deer avoid entering the garden. Some are solar-powered and deliver a sharp burst of water when they sense an approaching deer; others emit an intimidating...
Maintenance of wet fire sprinkler systems Most wet fire sprinkler systems installed in buildings will rarely drop below freezing temperatures, but there are some instances where they may be exposed to the elements such as unheated areas within thebuildingor outer buildings. ...
Are you installing your garden bed in a location where there’s an existing concrete structure or edging? Rocks and concrete can hinder the growth of your plants. So, if you want your flower bed to have vibrant and healthy flowers, it’s also crucial to remove any concrete or big rocks ...
With the hose and the air compressor now ready, attach the hose to the bib located on the mainline of the sprinkler system. During this step, you might need to attach an adapter to the bib if fitting issues between the bib and the air hose arise. After all, most bibs are not designed...
The force of the water also makes the spray arms rotate, just like a lawn sprinkler. Once the food particles are washed off of the dishes, they are either caught in a filter or chopped up into small pieces and disintegrated, similar to the actions of a garbage disposal. Then the cycle ...
To treat a fungus in your yard, it’s important to identify them first. Once you know what type of fungus growth you are facing, you will be able to find a solution to treat it. Usually a fungal disease can be eradicated from your yard by changing cultural practices of your lawn care...
Having a sprinkler system that can be programmed and controlled can be another big water saver. The EPA recommends choosing models that use local weather data, rain patterns and soil moisture to adjust your watering schedule, as well as ones that are WaterSense labeled. ...