Operating handlines in a high-rise fire scenario has its difficulties. Because of their many pressure limitations, fire protection systems in high-rise buildings can create inadequate performing fire ...

Part I in the October 2002 issue began to unravel the mystery of deciphering airflow numbers that are derived from flow bench testing. We addressed the question, "Why test for airflow?" and detailed ...

Test data derived on a flow bench is measured in cubic feet of air per minute (cfm), and, as you will see, may not relate directly to horsepower potential. Beyond the ease of testing, the flow bench ...

Before you begin flow testing, ask the water utility for a hydrant map that shows a diagram of the water-supply system. Reviewing the system layout lets the tester understand the underground water ...

During the early stages of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), rapid testing was imperative for public health policymakers and health care workers in order to determine where and what measures ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has announced that fire flow and hydraulic testing will begin on Monday, July 17, and conclude on Friday, July 28. “Water utilities ...