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2025 Tradeshow Season

As we approach the close of 2024, we are eager to look ahead to the future. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who visited our booth and engaged with…

NFPA 13 – 2025 Revision Regarding Air Compressors

NFPA 13 - 2025 Revision Regarding Air Compressors NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, is in its revision cycle and the new edition will be released in…

Cost-Effective Fire Sprinkler Solutions with Nitrogen Technology

When selecting components for fire sprinkler systems, nitrogen proves to be one of the most cost-effective options. It offers significant long-term savings, enhanced performance, and reduces maintenance needs. This post…

Single or Double Interlock?

Did you know that some UNITED Fire Systems PREACTION-PAC™ models can be EITHER single interlock or double interlock?  You can make the choice at the time of installation!  Our Technical…

October Shows!

At United Fire Systems, we love to send our best to see you at local shows. Here are the shows we'll be at this month: NFSA Area 1 Conference -…

Benefits of Integrated Systems

Have you ever looked at using an integrated fire sprinkler cabinet system?  This article will help you understand how integrated systems can benefit you. WHAT IS AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM? An…

Meet our Engineering Intern, Mauricio Sanchez

This is our second year hosting an Engineering Intern, and while we're sad to see another one leave, we're grateful for the opportunity to impart some knowledge before he heads…

2024 NFPA Conference and Expo

United Fire Systems is happy to announce their return to the NFPA Conference and Expo taking place in Orlando, FL. We'll be there from June 17th - 19th at Booth…

April 2024 – Technical Note – UFS-24-01

TRUE ADVANCED PURGE™ MODEL TAP-G3 RECENT ISSUES AND RESOLUTIONS  As part of our program of continuous improvement, UNITED Fire Systems has implemented improvements to the TRUE ADVANCED  PURGE™  Model  TAP-G3…

FSSA 2024 Annual Forum

  UNITED Fire Systems will be in Arizona next month for the 2024 FSSA Annual Forum! When: February 22nd-26th Where:  The Wigwam 300 E. Wigwam Blvd. Litchfield Park, Arizona 85340…

Come see us at the 2022 NFPA Conference & Expo!

    June 6th - 9th Boston Convention & Exhibition Center 415 Summer St. Boston, MA 02210 Booth #415 Exhibit Hours: Monday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm Tuesday, 11:00am - 3:00pm Wednesday,…

NFSA National Feature:

United Fire Systems is on the Cutting-Edge of Innovation

  United Fire Systems President, Frank Savino, was approached by the National Fire Sprinkler Association for an interview: his reputation for industry excellence, particularly his dedication to innovations in technology,…

New Product Alert: PREACTION-PAC™ with Integrated Nitrogen!

    UNITED Fire Systems quality for BOTH the preaction system and nitrogen generator.   ● ONE data sheet... ● ONE set of installation and commissioning instructions... ● ONE source…

Introducing: PREACTION-PAC™ – Generation 3!

    See a full list of features and documentation here.

Come see us at the NAFED Expo!

June 23rd Harrah’s Atlantic City 777 Harrah’s Blvd. Atlantic City, NJ 08401 Booth #30 Exhibit Hours: 10:00am-12:00pm & 5:00pm - 7:00pm   Come see UNITED Fire Systems at the NAFED…

Get the Bid Advantage!

    Our cost effective PREACTION-PAC™ cabinets and Nitrogen Generators meet or exceed specifications of competing units.   Quote them! We can get them approved.  

Introducing the SC-W:
our NEW FM-Approved wall-mounted NITROGEN-PAC™!

    ● Completely wall-mounted – no floor space needed ● FM Approved ● Internal compressor within enclosure ● Compressed air drying intercooler inside enclosure ● Up to 900 gallons…

Nitrogen / Air Maintenance Device, Model NAMD-1

Avoid costly call back service calls, and save time and money with quick initial set-up with this FM Approved, NFPA 13-compliant, high-quality product! After your first experience with the NAMD-1,…

NFPA 25-2020
CHAPTER 14 -INTERNAL PIPING CONDITION

  Do your sprinkler systems look like THIS inside?     Then you haven't been doing the REQUIRED internal inspections!   Many people do not realize that NFPA 25-2020, Standard…

TRUE ADVANCED PURGE™ Model TAP-G3 with Active Drift Control™

    The UNITED Fire Systems Model TAP-G3 with ADC™ - Active Drift Control Automatically: •    Displays your nitrogen purity •    Controls the nitrogen system purge cycle •    Adjusts for sensor drift to maintain accuracy…

The FM Approved Model AR-1 is the answer to your corrosion problem!

  The FM Approved UNITED Fire Systems Model AR-1 Wet-Pipe Fire Sprinkler System Air Release is the answer for avoiding wet-pipe system internal corrosion AND complying with NFPA 13. Features…

Product Spotlight: our FM-Approved PREACTION-PAC™!

Why choose our PREACTION-PAC™? We offer unsurpassed field technical support – not available from any other manufacturer, quick delivery time – we can build your unit in about one week,…

Happy Holidays from UNITED Fire Systems!

  We value each and every one of our customers, and cannot express our gratitude enough for your ongoing support.   May your holiday be blessed with the love and…

Check out our innovative, FM-Approved solution for corrosion: the NITROGEN-PAC™ SC!

Happy Thanksgiving from UNITED Fire Systems!

Without your patronage and confidence in us, we would not be where we are today. We are incredibly thankful for all of your support throughout the year, and look forward…

CORROSION SOLUTION: The FM Approved Model AR-1!

  The FM Approved UNITED Fire Systems Model AR-1 Wet-Pipe Fire Sprinkler System Air Release is the answer for avoiding wet-pipe system internal corrosion AND complying with NFPA 13. Features…

Free NICET and AIA certified training seminars!

  UNITED Fire Systems is pleased to offer FREE webinars to the engineering community to help you understand the most important topics in fire protection today. Learn about the latest…

TRUE ADVANCED PURGE™ Model TAP-G3 with ADC™

Advanced Technology for Nitrogen Generator-Based Sprinkler Corrosion Inhibiting Systems You’ve chosen the most advanced technology to protect your preaction or dry-pipe fire sprinkler system from interior corrosion - 98% nitrogen…

NEW PRODUCT: Nitrogen / Air Maintenance Device, Model NAMD-1

  UNITED Fire Systems is proud to announce the launch of the Nitrogen / Air Maintenance Device NAMD-1.   Avoid costly call back service calls, and save time and money…

Wet-Pipe Fire Sprinkler System Air Release (Model AR-1)

The UNITED Fire Systems Wet-Pipe Fire Sprinkler System Air Release (Model AR-1) is a device for automatically releasing the trapped air from the high point(s) of a wet sprinkler system.…

April 2018 – Technical Note UFS-18-02B

We have also experienced numerous instances of electricians trying to wire additional horn strobes to our Boston-version STANDPIPE-PAC™s, and missing things or causing damage that requires a service call. What…

January 2018 – Technical Note UFS-18-02N

We have experienced numerous instances of electricians trying to wire additional horns to STANDPIPE-PAC™s, and missing things or causing damage that requires a service call. What we have come to…

January 2018 – Technical Note UFS-18-01

Last month, we issued Technical Note UFS-17-07 regarding operation of STANDPIPE-PAC™ in cold weather. Further discussion with several technicians identified that far too many dry standpipe installations are not set…

December 2017 – Technical Note UFS-17-07

This Technical Note has been released to make users aware of some difficulties involving the operation of STANDPIPE-PAC™ in cold weather and to provide important information for users during these…

Jonathan Kleber promoted to Quality Manager

UNITED Fire Systems is pleased to announce the promotion of Jonathan Kleber to Quality Manager.  Jonathan joined the company as Lead Manufacturing Technician in January of 2014, and has demonstrated…

May 2017 – Technical Note UFS-17-05

This Technical Note has been released in hopes to clarify some of the misunderstandings regarding the supervisory pressure requirements for standpipe systems in New York City and addresses how STANDPIPE-PAC™…

February 2017 – Technical Note UFS-17-03

This Technical Note covers sprinkler air and nitrogen requirements in NFPA Standards. Provide this Technical Note to any user that has questions about sprinkler air and nitrogen requirements in NFPA…

January 2017 – Technical Note UFS-17-02

This covers condensate drainage from NITROGEN-PAC™ systems. Provide this Technical Note to any user that has questions about draining the condensate from their NITROGEN-PAC™ system, including what to do if…

January 2017 – Technical Note UFS-17-01

This covers oil “leakage” from NITROGEN-PAC™ M Series Compressor / Tank Assemblies (CTAs). Provide this Technical Note to any user that has a concern about oil appearing on or around…

True Advanced Purge (TAP)

UNITED Fire Systems is proud to announce the release of our new True Advanced Purge (TAP), designed to automatically purge air from within a dry-pipe or preaction sprinkler system and…

October 2015 –Technical Note UFS-15-02

STANDPIPE-PAC™ Technical Note Regarding Lessons Learned About Temperature & Required Maintenance – UFS-15-02 Rev 1.01 – Technical Note – STANDPIPE-PAC™ Lessons Learned

January 2015 – Technical Note UFS-15-01

STANDPIPE-PAC™ Technical Note Regarding Location, Inspection, and Maintenance – UFS-15-01 Rev 1.00 – Technical Note – STANDPIPE-PAC™ Location, Inspection & Maintenance

December 2013 – Technical Note UFS-13-01

Victaulic Company Technical Service Bulletin regarding inspection of the Firelock NXT Deluge and Preaction Actuated Valves – Series 769 (All Sizes) – UFS-13-01 Rev 1.00 – Technical Note – Victaulic…