Restaurant Fire Protection: UL300 Kitchen Hood Systems
by Tim Francine Prior to November 21st, 1994, most commercial cooking involved animal fat. These deep fryers were poorly insulated which made cooking temperatures inconsistent. The extinguishing unit that protected those kitchens was a dry chemical system which would smother the fire. Today, vegetable oils are used in commercial cooking. These vegetable oils heat to […]
How to Maintain Your Drum Drips and Prevent them from Freezing
Fire safety is a critical aspect of any building’s infrastructure, and one of the key components in preventing the spread of fire is a well-maintained sprinkler system. In cold-weather locations where freezing temperatures are a concern, dry sprinkler systems are commonly used. These systems are designed to prevent water from freezing in the pipes by […]
Phoenix Society and Summit Companies: A Shared Commitment to Burn Survivors
Summit Companies is proud to support the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting burn survivors and their loved ones by profoundly advancing lifelong healing, optimal recovery, and burn prevention through a united community on a global scale. To empower the burn community, the Phoenix Society provides a wide range of programs […]
Common Causes of Fire Suppression System Failure
The main goal of every fire suppression system is to protect both lives and property. However, there are some issues that can affect a system’s ability to function properly. Here are some of the common problems we’ve seen in our fire suppression systems inspections. Let’s look at what you should know and what to look […]