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Are the Most Important Components of Your Fire Detection System Working for You?

How do you know if your fire detection system is working as it should be? Having the proper fire detection system for your Ohio business is essential to its safety so it is important to know where your system stands. There are a few areas that should be looked at in order to ensure proper fire detection system. And, as experts in fire detection for Ohio , we would like to provide you wish a basic rundown of these key areas. First of all, what is a great fire detection system with professional fire alarm monitoring to back it up? Depending on the age and structure of a building, a tiny flame can spread incredibly fast. That is why early detection is key to preventing costly property damage and injuries. By having your fire detection system hooked up with trusted, professional monitoring you can rest easy knowing someone is watching over the safety of your business 24/7. At Hard Fire we offer 24/7/365 monitoring services. We will keep an eye on your building and the fire alarm system...

Types of Businesses that Can Benefit from a Dry Fire Suppression System

If you’re in an office or other commercial building, look around and you are likely to see a sprinkler system of some sort. You might assume that in the case of a fire, water will spray down from the ceiling. But, did you know there are actually different types of sprinkler systems? The two most commonly used systems are the wet fire sprinkler and the dry fire sprinkler systems. What is a dry fire suppression system? We are here to tell you! The experts at Hard Fire are here to provide information about what a dry fire suppression system can do for your Cleveland business as well as what kinds of businesses benefit from installing a dry fire suppression system. For one, dry systems are deal for use in structures where temperatures will reach freezing. If and when temperatures drop below freezing, the pipes are not in danger of freezing as they are with their wet sprinkler system counterparts. Fragile equipment and documents all need protection. And that includes insurance poli...

Be Proactive with Your Business’ Fire Suppression

When it comes to fire suppression for your business, it is essential to be proactive. Is your commercial fire suppression system still up to code? If you have an old, outdated or bare bones fire suppression system in your office building you aren’t doing everything you can to ensure safety for those who work there every day. Be proactive! Passive fire protection isn’t enough to keep everyone safe. When it comes down to it, your best line of defense is having a current, tested and monitored system that works. At Hard Fire, we specialize in commercial fire suppression for Columbus and know just how important it is to have the right system that works. We will go directly to you to custom design a comprehensive commercial fire suppression system for your unique business. Then we will build it and monitor it thereafter. We are constantly on top of the latest technology in fire suppression so we hate to see situations where companies don’t stay up-to-date on the latest and the greates...

Were Your Holiday Decorations a Fire Hazard? Get them In-Check for 2018

Happy New Year! The holidays are officially over. Were your office holiday decorations safe for work in 2017? While they may not have created a fire hazard this year, it is important you learn and avoid common fire hazards in 2018. As experts in fire protection systems for Columbus and the surrounding areas, Hard Fire is here to offer important safety tips to keep in mind for next year. First, before starting the process of decorating your office for the holidays, it's a good idea to verify that all of your fire safety equipment is in proper working order. Make sure that your smoke detectors are working, and verify that the fire extinguishers are easily accessible. If you need assistance with this step, don’t hesitate to contact the experts in fire protection systems; Hard Fire. Next, be mindful of potential fire hazards when selecting holiday decorations and determining where to place them. Don’t block any fire safety equipment, exit signage or exits with holiday décor or l...

All About Fire Alarm Systems: Types & Benefits

Hard Fire specializes in fire alarm systems, so we thought we would take the time to discuss the most common types of alarms and their many benefits. And, when you’re ready to install a dependable fire alarm system for your Akron business, give us a call! Our highly trained, licensed fire alarm system specialists will design, install, monitor, service and test the essential technologies you need to protect your employees, customers and assets. When it comes to fire and fire protection, there is no room for error. And, this begins from the very beginning; with the detection of the fire. The quality and dependability of your fire alarm system is essential to the well-being of your business. That’s why we’ve put together a brief rundown of alarm systems to help you understand the differences in types of systems and what benefits to look for. Benefits The number one job of a commercial fire alarm system sounds the warning that a fire has been detected and everyone needs to ...

We Answer the Question: What is Clean Agent Fire Suppression?

In the event of a fire in your place of business, you will want a system in place that will both eliminate the fire without causing catastrophic damage to your mission critical equipment, information and products. And that’s where clean agent fire suppression comes in. Recently, many businesses have been upgrading their fire protection systems with clean agent fire protection. But, what is it exactly? The experts at Hard Fire are here to answer this very question and help you better assess what kind of fire suppression is best for your Columbus area business. So, what is clean agent fire suppression? A clean agent is electrically nonconductive; nonvolatile, people safe gaseous fire extinguishing means that do not leave a residue upon evaporation and is a fast, clean way to put out a fire without using water. Clean agents inhibit the chain reaction that unfolds between heat, oxygen and a fuel source that ignites a potentially all-consuming blaze. Thus, clean agents are the i...

Essential Fire Protection Safety Tips for Businesses

The proper protection of your residents or employees, property and assets is a legitimate concern for any business owner. At Hard Fire, our focus is on helping you protect them. When you’re ready to hire the professionals, we can design a system using the best fire suppression agents and fire protection system components for your specific business. We will develop all specs and drawings needed for your project and get set up with a great fire protection plan.  Until then, as experts in fire protection for Canton and the surrounding areas, we’ve have put together a list of some safety tips we find essential for all businesses. Have a Plan – Put a fire emergency plan in place even before a fire emergency strikes. Be sure that you have a detailed plan that all of your employees or residents understand how to execute. It can even be a good idea to have a practice run just to ensure everyone is on the same page. Appliance Safety Instruction – Make sure all employees and re...