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Category: Fire Pumps
Fire Pump Testing & Startup – Part I
October 17, 2017As the Mid-Atlantic region’s trusted source for fire pump sales and service, we’re often asked about fire pump testing and startup procedures. This was the inspiration behind the two part blog series we’re starting today, and it begins with electric fire pumps. Part two of this series will cover diesel fire pumps, so keep an…
Steven Brown to Speak at 2017 ASCET Conference
September 12, 2017Our own president and CEO Steven Brown will be making the trip to the Valley Forge Casino and Spa in King of Prussia on November 9, 2017 to speak at the annual American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians conference. Learn more about the ASCET conference and what Steven will be speaking about below. What is…
Why Choose Steven Brown & Associates for Fire Pump Sales & Service?
August 30, 2017Shopping for fire pumps, fire pump parts, and jockey pumps is a little different than hopping online and shopping for other commercial items. In our line, people’s lives are at stake if something goes wrong, so it’s critical to align yourself with a trusted name in the market. That trusted name for those of you…
Fire Pump Packing Failures
June 16, 2017Your trusty old fire pump’s packing has failed. Bad! Fortunately, you’ve found your way to this page, where we’ll be happy to guide you through the repair. (We can do more than that too, if you need our help. See the last paragraph.) Most packing, if properly maintained during the pump’s operation, should last around…
Why is FM Approval Important?
May 25, 2017Many folks often recognize the UL (Underwriters Laboratory) Listing and FM (Factory Mutual) Approvals marks, but few understand what each of these marks means. If you’re a regular follower of the Steven Brown & Associates blog, you’ll know we recently outlined the meaning behind a UL Listing mark. Today we wanted to dive into FM…
What does it mean to be UL Listed?
May 22, 2017Throughout our website you may have noticed reference to our selection of fire pumps meeting the stringent requirements of Underwriters Laboratories (UL). We wanted to elaborate on what this means for anyone who may be unfamiliar with this classification. First, it’s good to know that Underwriter’s Laboratory is a company that has been in business…
Manufacturer Spotlight Series: Tornatech
January 27, 2017Throughout the month of January, Steven Brown & Associates is celebrating the manufacturers who make our jobs much easier by offering superior products at great prices. The first three manufacturers detailed in our series were Aurora, Metron and Peerless Pumps, so if you missed any of those we encourage you to check them out through the…
Manufacturer Spotlight Series: Metron
January 18, 2017T hroughout the month of January, Steven Brown & Associates will celebrate the manufacturers who make our jobs easier by offering superior products at great prices. The first in our series focused on our friends at Aurora pump, so if you missed that blog post, be sure to go back and check it out. Next…
Manufacturer Spotlight Series: Aurora Pumps
January 12, 2017As we move through 2017, we inch closer to the centennial of one of the best-known brands in the fire pump realm. Since 1919, Aurora Pump (a brand of Pentair) has maintained a superior reputation as a pump and system supplier across the United States and the world. What helps Aurora to stand out amongst…
Aurora Fire Pump Troubleshooting Guides
September 6, 2016One of the necessary beasts that accompanies any piece of machinery is its eventual malfunction due to wear and tear over the years. Aurora fire pumps, while among the most reliable fire pumps available, are not immune from the occasional malfunction. Fortunately, Aurora Pump has established an extensive library of troubleshooting guides that help you…