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Fire University: Training the Future of Fire Protection Maintenance
August 22, 2022How do professionals in the fire protection industry keep up to date regarding the proper operation, inspection, and servicing of fire pumps? The quantity of fire pump installations continues to grow, but the supply of qualified fire equipment maintenance technicians required to service them is simply not keeping pace. Fire University, in Penns Grove NJ,…
Special Rules for Electric Motor Fire Pump Controllers
June 29, 2022Electric motor fire pump controllers are different from many traditional motor controllers in the world. The major difference is that, with some special exceptions, there are no thermal overloads in the controller or devices designed to protect the motor by shutting off the power circuit. With fire pumps, since they provide such a crucial property…
What is a fire pump controller?
May 25, 2022In simple terms, a fire pump controller is a device to reliably start and stop a fire pump, as well as monitor conditions in an ongoing manner that could hinder or prevent the proper operation of a fire pump. They act the same way any motor controller operates, except they are built with more strict…
Future Safety Features in Fire Pump Controllers – Master Controls
November 16, 2020We are often interested in directing industry attention to important future advancements in fire protection. Today’s topic pertains to an effective and creative solution to minimizing the dangers of arc flash in fire pump controllers. For the purposes of this article, we will be discussing electric fire pump controllers.
How Long Should My Fire Pump Last?
August 18, 2020As a fire pump distributor, we have a unique perspective on the useful life of a fire pump. We commission and test brand new equipment, and are frequently called in to replace and repair older pumps. We are often asked about when the best time should be to replace a given fire pump, or how…
Check out this Impressive Fire Pump System Installation
June 30, 2020As an industry leader in the sale of fire pump systems, we have a unique perspective of the final product — when the fire pumps, drivers, and controllers are sold and installed in a building with a sprinkler system. As we prepare to test the fire pump in the mechanical room where it is installed,…
Get Comprehensive Fire Protection in a Packaged Pump House
May 21, 2020If there are additions or zoning changes in an existing building, and there is not enough space to accommodate a new or upgraded fire pump system, then consider a new packaged fire pump house. Such a structure can be delivered with not only a new fire pump and controller but with all suction and discharge…
Thank you, Emergency Personnel
March 23, 2020Steven Brown and Associates wants to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all emergency personnel and first responders who must navigate this global pandemic on the front lines, essential to the safety of their communities. They put their lives on the line to keep us safe.
Steven Brown in the Media: Choose the Right Fire Pump
July 29, 2019Back in May, Steven Brown & Associates was featured in Pumps & Systems magazine! We wanted to help our customers and others learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different pumps used for stationary fire protection. We discussed two types of fire pumps in our article: horizontal split case pumps and end suction horizontal pumps….
Fire Safety in the Home
July 19, 2019While we at Steven Brown & Associates have many products designed to be used for fire safety in a business or company setting, we feel that it’s also important to cover the importance of fire safety in the home as well. Here are a few important steps to take in order to keep your family…