NICET training keeps many engineers in the fire protection industry up to date on new codes and product innovations. AGF is pleased to announce that we have become a National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) recognized training provider.
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AGF recently launched AGF University (AGFU) to provide fire sprinkler training that addresses the unique challenges of the fire sprinkler industry.
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The Eagles Autism Challenge started in 2018 when Philadelphia Eagles Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie, who’s experienced autism in his own family, wanted to use the power of the Eagles’ brand to provide awareness and critical resources to autism research. The event took place on May 18th this year with a fundraiser leading up to a bike ride (15 miles, 30 miles, or 50 miles), 5K run/walk, sensory walk, and virtual participation.
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AGF is excited to share that our Model 7930ECA automatic air vent was chosen as one of BUILDINGS Magainze‘s 2019 Money-Saving Life & Safety products.
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AGF President Jim McHugh goes into detail to answer the question “Made in America: Why Should You Care?” in Sprinkler Age Magazine. From stimulating the US economy to ensuring code-compliant, high-quality products, choosing American manufacturers is a great choice for your project. Read the full article here, or keep reading for some highlights.
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AGF Manufacturing, a designer and manufacturer of specialized fire sprinkler components, announces their newest addition to the PURGEnVENT product line, the Model 7930ECA endcap automatic air venting valve assembly.
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Colleges and Universities in the United States have been on a steady growth curve for the last 20 plus years. And, while most students don’t choose a college based on the presence of sprinklers, higher education administrators realized the safety of their students was an important feature for parents and began to retrofit dormitories with sprinklers and advertise their installation. As an industry, Fire Sprinkler manufacturers, engineers, and contractors have benefitted from both the increased awareness and concern for student safety and the growth of higher education campus infrastructure.
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In 2010, NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems adopted the new standard requiring the installation of pressure relief valves on all wet systems. Prior to 2010, pressure relief valves were only required downstream of pressure reducing valves and on gridded systems.
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ICC training keeps fire protection industry professionals in the loop on updates to code and the products that meet that code. AGF is excited to announce that we have become an International Code Council (ICC) Preferred Provider.