Fire Protection Podcast

On this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum welcomes Raj Arora, CEO of Jensen Hughes, a global leader in fire protection engineering and consulting. Raj shares his journey from selling fire alarm systems to leading a global firm, offering insights into the evolving landscape of fire protection. They discuss: - The impact of private equity: How has it shaped the industry, and w...

Follow Raquel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgomezmarvetfire/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to...

Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-70-fls-report-survey AGF Manufacturing: https://agfmfg.com/ Follow Jim McHugh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mchugh-agf/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in...

Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-69-fls-report-survey FirstDue: https://www.firstdue.com/ Follow Andreas Huber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-huber-797ba618/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professi...

Solutions360: https://solutions360.com/ Follow Brad Dempsey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddempsey/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run...

NFPA: nfpa.org/ Follow Shawn Mahoney: linkedin.com/in/shawn-mahoney-p-e-18269a48/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire busines...

Azuga: https://www.azuga.com/ Connect with Matt Curtis: https://linkedin.com/in/matt-curtis-52b288/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run th...

Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in...

Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in...

NFPA: nfpa.org/ Follow Shawn Mahoney: linkedin.com/in/shawn-mahoney-p-e-18269a48/ Antifreeze Requirements Fact Sheet: nfpa.org/forms/antifreeze-requirements-for-sprinkler-systems-fact-sheet NFPA Conference and Expo: nfpa.org/conference Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in the...

Follow Ryan Fogelman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjayfogelman/ Learn more about Fire Rover: https://firerover.com/ Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/ Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable...

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the intersection of firefighting and technology in Episode 61. Our special guest, Kevin Sofen, from the Smart Firefighting podcast, shares his insights and expertise on how technology is revolutionizing the field of firefighting. In this episode, we explore the innovative ways technology is being integrated into firefighting practices, from advanced fire s...

Join us for an illuminating episode of The Fire Protection Podcast as we explore the critical role of The Joint Commission in safeguarding healthcare facilities against fire hazards. Our special guest, Jim Kendig, Field Director of The Joint Commission, offers unique insights into the organization's pivotal role in ensuring fire and life safety standards are met across healthcare environments. Fro...

Host Drew Slocum chats with John Mackey about the state of the fire protection industry, NFPA, passing the torch to the younger generation, and what the future looks like in fire protection. How does data play an increasingly important role in ensuring the safety of our communities and buildings? How can the fire protection industry act faster to keep up with technological advances? Find out on th...

In the latest episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, Bryan Schultz, Co-Founder of Brycer and The Compliance Engine (TCE), joins podcast host Drew Slocum to talk about the crucial aspect of compliance software concerning fire protection systems. Bryan and Drew discuss the challenges fire protection companies, fire departments, contractors, and building owners face when ensuring compliance. Brian e...

The Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) is a member-supported, non-profit association established in 1973 to unite and support Canada's fire alarm industry. Today, we have over 400 members and over 3000 registered fire alarm technicians. Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. is a private corporation established in 1979. It focuses on customer service, offering Canada's comprehensive lineup of fire alarm...

Dyne Fire Protection Labs is an independent testing laboratory serving customers throughout the world. They provide quick, easy, and accurate testing with our free kits and shipping for most kits, and their test reports are in your inbox in five business days.   Inspect Point is a software platform that helps fire & life safety professionals run their business from inspection to collection. With I...

In this conversation, experts from Potter delve into IntelliView, a cloud-connected platform, discussing its origins in nitrogen generators and its expansion to integrate various Potter products like fire alarms and leak rate monitors. They highlight the evolution toward cloud connectivity, integrations into IntelliView, and advancements in fire and sprinkler systems. The discussion covers topics...

For years we have worked with Friends of Firefighters to highlight their impact on the firefighting and fire protection community in NYC and beyond.  The organization was started in the wake of the Sept 11th tragedy, providing aid to personnel at Ground Zero.  Over the last 20+ years, It has transformed into a support network for firefighters and their families struggling with mental health and we...

 0:02 - Intro 1:25 - Looking Up Everywhere You Go 3:40 - Who is Matt Bass? 3:57  - A Great Mentor 8:26 -  The Importance of Giving Back 9:51 -  My Trusty NFPA 25 Handbook 10:45 -  YouTube Videos 12:28 -  NFPA 25 Inspectors Group 14:57 - Open Feedback 15:42 -  Hey, There’s Bob Caputo! 16:23 -  Not to Name Drop but Tracy Demy, Ralph Bliss, Tom Parish 17:15 - “Just When I Thought I Was Out…” 17:49 -...

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 0:02 - Intro  3:20 - The History of SDi and Detector Testers  4:55 -  Cable Strippers and No Climb Products  6:33  - SDi and Detectors Taking over the World 11:44 -  Codes and Standards all over the Globe 14:34 - Must be Well-Rounded 15:38 -  New Technologies in Detection 16:26 -  Cans of Smoke vs. Electronic Smoke 17:20 -  Canned Smoke is not Dolphin  or EPA-friendly 20:41 - The Rick and Oliver...

 0:02 - Intro  3:20 - Almost a Lawyer  4:10 -  Navy Vets in Fire Protection  6:33  - Mentors  9:20 -  Bob is Humble 11:42 - Teaching 12:18 - The Godfather of All Things Fire & Life Safety 14:35 - DOL Approvals 17:20 - COVID Taught Us About Virtual Training 17:38 - New AFSA Location in Texas 18:21 - Labs & Classrooms 21:20 - Electronic Reporting & Transmitting is the Way to Go 22:39 - NFPA Annex is...

0:06 -  Fire Protection Terminology  2:34  - Intro to Scott MacRitchies  3:39  - Steve /Ulmer & the Buffalo Bills  5:00 -  A Found Industry  5:17  - Drew has been in Fire Protection for 20 years  5:40 -  LBX Global & Smart Infrastructure  7:04  - FireM  7:45 -  Fire Panel Data Points  8:22  - Capturing Insights   9:20  - Upgrading what is already in Place 10:10 - My Dishwasher tells me when it's f...

0:05 - Intro 1:15   - Todd has been on the FPP before (Episode #38) 1:25  - Intro to Industrial Fire Protection (IFP) and SEVO Systems 3:20 - Todd's favorite Special Hazard 4:37  - Moynihan Train Hall's fantastic flame detectors 5:40 -  Fire Detection is the Brains of it 🧠 5:54  -  IFP & Clean Energy 6:26  - Energy Storage System (ESS) Market 6:49 -  Lithium Ion Batteries 7:41  -  Importance of D...