Fire Sprinkler Podcast

Fire Sprinkler Podcast episodes:

• 04.10.2024

  Catching up with Wendy Otway Fire Sprinkler International 2024-Dublin-see you there!

  Catching up with Wendy Ottway. We talk the various sprinkler organizations within Europe, the Fire Sprinkler International 2024 (in Dublin, which I will be attending this year!) and what it is. We talk the event, the educational value, and how...

  
• 03.23.2024

  Hose Monster History with Michael Anderson-Director of Operations at Hose Monster

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was my conversation with Michael Anderson, Director of Operations at the Hose Monster Company. We discuss the history of Hose Monster, creation of the the various flow testing equipment, and flow testing in...

  
• 03.15.2024

  A Security Blanket for Your Sprinkler Pipe? Ray Fremont Jr. Talking Vapor Shield from General Air

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Ray Fremont Jr. about General Airs new Vapor Shield technology. Vapor Shield is like a security blanket for your sprinkler piping that lines the piping with a 1 molecule...

  
• 03.10.2024

  Taking the Podcast to New Heights with Ali Khalid Al-Khatib from Naffco

  My conversation with Ali Khalid from Naffco. Naffco is a major manufacture of fire protection and fire fighting equipment. We discuss the history of the company, his involvement, and the growth of Naffco throughout the middle east and the world....

  
• 12.03.2023

  What's up in the Attic? Talking Attic Sprinklers with Karl Wiegand

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Karl Wiegand. We discuss Attic sprinklers. When to use them, how to use them, the benefits....all things attic! Great conversation with a lot of information....Enjoy!

  
• 10.09.2023

  The Super Soaker of Cold Storage? JCI's Quell Sprinkler Systems Ft. Melissa Rodriguez

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Melisa Rodriguez. Melisa Discusses the high piled storage sprinkler system that has been available from Tyco/JCI for a a years, Melisa was brought on on to help push...

  
• 09.30.2023

  What's up with AFSA? ft. Bob Caputo

  This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast was recorded live at the AFSA42 Conference/expo in Orlando Florida! I sit down with president Bob Caputo to discuss the conference, the direction AFSA is heading, and discussed a few records held by...

  
• 09.03.2023

  Discussing The Meyerfire University Platform and Changing the way the Industry Trains People

  Discussing the Meyerfire University Training Platform. The different ways it delivers its content and how it differs from other platforms. Joe is a Fire Protection Engineer who founded Meyer Fire, an online blog to share fire protection information and start...

  
• 08.20.2023

  Discussing johns history in the industry, and his current role with reliable!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with John Corcoran from Reliable. John is the Marketing Director at Reliable, and has been a huge help in helping with the Fire Sprinkler Podcast. We talk about how we...

  
• 08.14.2023

  Talking the NFPA Expo with the Dope and Tape Boys

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast was recorded at the 2023 NFPA Conference and Expo. It was their first time at the NFPA Conference, so it was awesome to see the energy coming off of these guys! Check out the Dope...

  
• 07.24.2023

  Talking the Conference, NFPA Link, and Lithium Ion with Brian O'Connor!

  Another Episode recorded live at the NFPA Conference and Expo in Las Vegas! Another NFPA Alum, we discuss the problems with Lithium Ion, whats good with NFPA Link, and the Conference as a whole! Enjoy!

  
• 07.16.2023

  Discuss NFPA 915 and His History in the Industry Ft. Terry Victor

  This conversation took place at the NFPA convention at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. This is a long overdue conversation with Industry Legend Terry Victor. We got over his career, how many NFPA committees he sits on, and his...

  
• 07.08.2023

  What's the UL Fire Safety Research Institute think of Lithium? Ft. Steve Kerber

  This is my conversation with Steve Kerber from the UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute from the 2023 NFPA Convention in Las Vegas! We discuss what the Research Institute is doing to reduce the damage and injuries that come from Lithium...

  
• 07.03.2023

  Discussing the 2023 NFPA Conference and Expo with Shawn Mahoney

  Welcome Back to the Fire Sprinkler Podcast! This episode is my conversation from the NFPA conference and Expo with Shawn Mahoney. We discuss what it takes to throw the conference, organizing the event, and his thoughts on being back into...

  
• 06.04.2023

  Rapid Install ESFR Vs. Threaded ESFR Ft. Nick Martin From Tyco/JCI

  This Episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast, I go head to head with Nick Martin from JCI in a race to see who can install faster. Me with a regular threaded ESFR, and him, doubling me up with the Rapid...

  
• 05.28.2023

  Talking Industry, History, and The Viking Caledonia Headquarters Ft James Golinveaux from

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my (finally) conversation with James Golinveaux. We toured the new(ish) Viking headquarters in Caledonia michigan, discussed the history, and future of training in the fire sprinkler industry, his history in the industry,...

  
• 05.21.2023

  What's New with NFPA Ft. Matt Klaus! (100th Episode!)

  This 100th episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with Matt Klaus from NFPA. Mr 13 himself comes on the podcast to discuss NFPA Link! We discuss the future of hard copy standards, the development of the standards,...

  
• 05.14.2023

  Ft. Jonathan Carl from Victaulic Talking NFPA 420, the NFSA Conference and More!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Jonathan Carl from Victaulic. We discuss the NFSA Conference and Expo, his presentation regarding NFPA 420, and more!

  
• 05.08.2023

  Reliable has a Sprinkler for Lithium Ion Batteries! Ft. Phil Friday from Reliable

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my product release with Reliable Sprinkler! They have produced the first sprinkler specifically designed for Lithium Ion manufacturing and Storage! See https://www.reliablesprinkler.com/product/lb11-horizontal-sidewall-storage-sprinkler/ for more information, and stay tuned for a video of...

  
• 04.24.2023

  Ft. Bluecollarbobby

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Bluecollarbobby! As he is known on social media, bluecollarbobby has built a large following in the Fire Sprinkler industry! We discuss how he got into the industry, his creative...

  
• 04.16.2023

  Ft. Dan Webster from National Fire Equipment!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcsat is my Converation with Dan Webster from National Fire Equipment. What started out as an extinguisher supply company has grown to one of the leading fire protection suppliers in Canada! Learn the history,...

  
• 04.09.2023

  Ft. Victoria Hutchison from NFPA Research Discussing Lithium Ion and Sprinkler Systems!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Victoria Hutchison from the NFPA Research Foundation. We discuss the challenges in protecting mercantile properties with Lithium Ion batteries, parking garages, and more! Enjoy!

  
• 04.04.2023

  Ft. Scott Pugsley from Seneca College in the Sprinkler Lab! (Copy)

  This Episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Scott Pugsley from the Sprinkler Lab at Seneca College. I travelled to Seneca College in March 2023 for the Career fair and industry dinner, and spoke with Scott about...

  
• 03.27.2023

  Ft. Cary Webber from Reliable Discussing the new RFC49+ (and more)

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Carey Webber from Reliable! We discuss the new RFC 49+ and many other topics, as we typically go off the rails when we get to gether! Enjoy!

  
• 03.24.2023

  Ft. Jürgen Teschner From Job Group

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my (finally) conversation with Ft. Jürgen Teschner From Job Group. We discuss there new electronically activated fusible bulb, the fusible bulb market in the fire protection market, and other things related to...

  
• 03.20.2023

  Ft. Jürgen Teschner From Job Group

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my (finally) conversation with Ft. Jürgen Teschner From Job Group. We discuss there new electronically activated fusible bulb, the fusible bulb market in the fire protection market, and other things related to...

  
• 03.13.2023

  Ft. Jacqueline Wilmot Discussing the NFPA Research Foundation

  This Episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Jacqueline Wilmot. We discuss what the NFPA Research Foundation is, and the impact it has on Fire Protection as a whole. We discuss the recent studies, the conferences the...

  
• 03.05.2023

  FSP 90-FT Wendy Otway from BAFSA, EFSN Discussing the state of the industry in Europe

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Wendy Otway. Wendy is involved with 2 of the major fire sprinkler organizations in Europe. The British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association and The European Fire Sprinkler Network. We discuss...

  
• 02.27.2023

  Ft. FJ Fee, Kevin Fee jr, John McNamara and Adam Robotham from Reliable In Dubai!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my group conversation with the Reliable Group at Intersec in Dubai! We speak about the conference, international fire protection sales, and discuss the fire protection market. It was a great opportunity to...

  
• 02.19.2023

  Chris Logan Participating in the 2022 Industry Affairs Summit!

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is Aaron Johnsons interview with me at the 2022 Industry Affairs Summit! We learn more about the man behind the microphone at the Fire Sprinkler Podcast. It was super weird being on the...

  
• 02.13.2023

  Ft. Samer and MJ From Reliable Sprinkler at Intersec Dubai

  This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with Samer and MJ from Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company. MJ and Samer are both sales reps with Reliable, Samer in the Middle East, and MJ in America. We discuss Intersec,...

  
• 01.25.2023

  Ft. Tracey Bellamy Discussing Water Supplies and Flow Testing

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast recorded last October at the SFPE convention in Detroit Michigan. Tracey is the Chief Engineering Officer from Telgian. We discussed the various issues that come from doing flow testing, the importance of performing accurate flow...

  
• 01.05.2023

  Ft. Drew Slocum from Inspect Point (and Fire Protection Podcast)

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my conversation with Drew Slocum from Inspect Point, and the Fire Protection Podcast. We discuss the various manufacturers advances in technology, our opinions on remote testing and how its going to be integrated in...

  
• 12.04.2022

  Ft. Rex Schwendiman Discussing Reliables New Grooved Product Line

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is with Rex Schwendiman, Rex has been involved in the Fire Sprinkler Industry his entire life. We discuss his history in the industry, Reliables new grooved product line and the thought process that went into...

  
• 11.18.2022

  Ft. Cameron Little International 2022 UA Sprinkler Apprentice Challenge Winner

  This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with 2022 UA Sprinkler Apprentice Challenge Champion Cameron Little. We discuss the process leading up to the international event in Ann Arbour, how challenging the event was, how it felt...

  
• 11.13.2022

  Ft. Victoria Valentine and Marc Haug from AFSA Discussing Apprentice Training through AFSA

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is in celebration of National Apprentice Week! We discuss the new training available through AFSA for apprentices, and how changes to training can positively affect your business!

  
• 10.30.2022

  Ft. Nick Martin from JCI Discussing the new One Bolt Coupling

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was recorded while Nick was in Las Vegas at the AFSA conference! Unfortunately, I was unable to attend due to technical difficulties. We recorded anyways! we discuss the development of the coupling, the...

  
• 10.02.2022

  Ft. Bruno Dandurand from Victaulic at NFPA 2022

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is part 1 of Victaulic's NFPA conference coverage. We discuss a few of the new valves, and other materials available from NFPA.

  
• 08.10.2022

  Ft. Mike, Alejandro and Matt from Viking at NFPA 2022

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was recorded at the 2022 NFPA Convention and Expo in Boston. I talk with Matt, Alejandro, and Mike from Viking about many different topics!

  
• 07.13.2022

  Ft. Cary Webber from Reliable at NFPA 2022

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was recorded at the 2022 NFPA Convention and Expo in Boston. We do a tour of the booth, discuss the new release of the RASCO grooved fittings, the history of Reliable and more!

  
• 05.04.2022

  Ft. Mike Joanis from NFSA Discussing the Layout Technician Pathway

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my conversation with Mike Joanis from NFSA discussing the new Layout Technician Pathway course available now from NFSA. This Online training portal is a great way for new designers, or seasoned veterans to learn...

  
• 04.21.2022

  Ft Rob Rudaitis Discussing the Viking VR Experience

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my first onsite episode since 2019! Finally getting a chance to get onsite at the new Viking Headquarters in Caledonia, Michigan. 1st episode of 2 is ft. Rob Rudaitis from Viking. Rob was involved...

  
• 03.31.2022

  Ft Sean Pearce from Lubrizol Discussing the Testing Procedures for Freezemaster Antifreeze

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my conversation with Sean Pearce from Lubrizol. Sean comes on to talk about the Freezemaster Antifreeze and the testing requirements, as well as the implementation of the new criteria for using antifreeze in sprinkler...

  
• 03.23.2022

  Ft. Terin Hopkins from NFSA Discussing Fire Fighter Education

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is in response to the news and social media articles that have been released about the Wal-Mart Distribution fire that occurred last week. We are not in the opinion that the fire fighters on scene...

  
• 02.09.2022

  Ft. Bo Coffman from Gast Touring the R/D Facility

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my tour of the Gast Manufacturing Research and Development space. We discuss the various testing devices, and meet a few of the behind the scenes people at Gast.

  
• 02.02.2022

  Ft. TJ Gaines from JCI Discussing the new Polymeric Residential Sprinkler

  This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my conversation with TJ Gaines from JCI. We discuss the development of the new Polymer Residential Sprinkler. TJ talks about listing, testing and how this sprinkler will benefit the industry. Visit WWW.TYCO-FIRE.COM/LFII-LEAD-FREE for more...

  
• 01.26.2022

  Ft. Drew Slocum with Inspect Point

  www.inspectpoint.com/fsp for 1 month free trial of inspect point! This episode of the #firesprinklerpodcast is my conversation with Drew Slocum with Inspect Point. Inspect Point is one of the fastest growing inspection software's out there. We discuss improvements to the...

  
• 01.19.2022

  Ft Jeff Rodger from Greatario Discussing Fire Water Storage Tanks

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Jeff Rodger from Greatario. We discuss the different services provided by Greatario, how the different types of storage tanks that are currently available and how they are installed.

  
• 01.08.2022

  Ft. Jonathan Epstein from JTJ Technologies

  Jonathan Epstein is a property owner who created the Salamander as an early alert system to notify him of potential issues with his property sprinkler systems. Set up to automatically notify you if the water in your sprinkler piping drops...

  
• 11.10.2021

  Ft. NFSA Hall of Fame Inductee: Tom Multer From Reliable

  This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Tom Multer. Tom has been inducted into NFSA’s Hall of Fame for the 2021 class, and I saw it as a great opportunity to learn more about the history...