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At TechTalks, we tap the minds of Viking’s experts and provide answers to our most frequently asked questions. We also explore other popular technical topics, new products, fire protection trends, and more. Join us monthly with host Jim Lake, Viking’s Vice President – Training, as he chats with a variety of expert guests! At TechTalks, we tap the minds of Viking’s experts and provide answers to ou...

We're talking all things cold storage! When it comes to fire protection, cold storage warehouses and freezers need special attention! What system is appropriate for the application? What components are required? Are there more advantages to one system over another?  It’s crucial for designers, installers and code officials to understand the varying systems used to protect these very cold or f...

Do you want to learn more about the process of corrosion, and its effects on fire sprinklers? Corrosion is a process caused by a chemical or electrochemical reaction resulting in material - typically a metal - to deteriorate as it ages. Corrosion is a serious concern for fire sprinklers, as their components are made primarily of metal. This TechTalks episode will explore the impact of corrosion on...

As most fire protection professionals know, there is a continuous research and development advancing fire protection and fire safety between each new NFPA Standard publication - resulting in various products and technology that aren't addressed in the current standard edition! But just how did these standards come to be? What technology aided in their advancement? Join Viking's special guest, Jame...

While fire sprinklers are used to address a wide range of building design challenges, some sprinklers are unique because they are intended for the protection of very specific hazards or construction features. On this TechTalks episode, Caleb Case, Senior Product Specialist - Technical Services, will join us to discuss how Viking's special sprinklers can save on installation costs and provide more...

On this recent episode of TechTalks, Shaun Kramer, Viking's Director - Technical Services & Technical Data, will join us to discuss Dry System Valves!

NFPA has mandated the use of listed antifreeze in new fire sprinkler systems now, and set forth requirements for properly functioning existing antifreeze systems by September 30, 2022. Learn the history of this requirement from industry experts Jim Lake, Scott Franson, James Golinveaux, and Martin Workman. Lubrizol’s Mark Knurek also joins to discuss the new freezemasterTM antifreeze, a factory-pr...

Why does Viking offer so many different K-factors for Residential Sprinklers? Is there such a sprinkler as a Quick Response Residential Sprinkler? Listen to this week's episode of Viking TechTalks to learn more about Residential Sprinklers! For more answers to your questions, please feel free to contact us at techsvcs@vikingcorp.com or call 877-384-5464.