Join Us in Las Vegas!
We will never give up HOPE and we will live out our drive for change! It is with much excitement that we share information regarding the 2021 North American Fire Sprinkler Expo and NFSA Board of Directors meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada. Don’t miss this first-time event, where our Board of Directors will meet in conjunction with the Expo, with components of each available virtually. We hope you will join us in-person in Las Vegas, but if you can’t, please join us online. We are inviting the International Fire Suppression Association, the Canadian Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association, and the Fire & Life Safety Section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs to join us. We have renowned Fox News Business Analyst Gene Marks opening a session and we have President Harry Truman (really his grandson Clifton Truman Daniels) opening the other session. We will begin the week with NFSA committee and council meetings, and then have a full day of workshops on Tuesday, October 5th, with an opening reception that “I continue to be evening. You won’t want to miss Wednesday’s and Thursday’s General Sessions, October 6th and 7th respectfully. Our Expo Hall will feature tabletops from our humbled by the vendors in order to make adjustments on spacing that follow CDC guidelines. Even with social distancing, you’ll still be able to learn the latest information from our opportunities that supplier and manufacturer members and network with the fire sprinkler industry’s finest. You will also not want to miss our Awards Banquet on Thursday night, October are presented to 7th, as we honor our Class of 2020 and 2021 recipients of the Hall of Fame. We will celebrate the 2020 Golden Sprinkler Award (GSA) winner at the Opening Reception, us. It’s an honor and our 2021 GSA will be honored at the banquet. Both Russell P. Fleming Technical Service Award recipients (2020 and 2021) will be recognized during General to serve this great Sessions on Wednesday and Thursday. We will wrap up this history making week with our NFSA Board of Directors meeting industry and I look on Friday morning, October 8th, and the Common Voices 6th Annual Golf Classic on Friday afternoon. Our most sincere hope is that you are safe and well. If you forward to all that can make your way to Las Vegas on Monday and stay the entire week we will be grateful, if you can’t, we hope you I’ll learn by having will join us online, it will make you and the fire sprinkler industry better. time with you.” As your President, I continue to be humbled by the opportunities that are presented to us. It’s an honor to serve this great industry and I look forward to all that I’ll learn by having time with you. If you have questions, comments, and/or concerns, please send me an email or give me a call. I love hearing from you! Stay safe,
Shane Ray NFSA President
2 | NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 Social Scene Vegas, Here We Come! (finally) Had enough of laying around in your pjs, watching every single Netflix series you could think of, hunkering down in your house and working from home on your kitchen table? We have! We are sooo excited for you to join us at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas for our North American Fire Sprinkler Expo and NFSA Board Meeting in October!
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NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 3 Schedule of Events MONDAY, OCTOBER 4: EARLY ARRIVALS & NFSA COMMITTEES 8:00am–5:00pm NFSA E & S Committee 3:00–5:00pm Registration
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5: DAY ONE – WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSIONS & OPENING RECEPTION 6:30–8:00am Continental Breakfast 7:00am–5:00pm Registration 8:00–9:15am Workshop Breakout Sessions Panel of Stakeholders We Can Learn From – Roland Asp Remote ITM: Code Compliance in the Age of Information, Automation and Integration – Jason Webb and Jeff Hugo, CBO Freeze Protection and Flood Prevention on Dry and Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler Systems – Jim McHugh Fire Protection for Plan Extraction (FLSS Track) – Traci Harvey, PE and Mark Wassom, PE FM 9:30–10:45am Workshop Breakout Sessions NFPA 770 and Hybrid-Extinguishing Systems – Jonathon Carl, CET, and Robert Ballard Deficiency Management through ITM – Drew Slocum Building Code Updates for Sprinklers: 2021 IBC and Beyond – Chris Campbell, PE Let’s Get Involved! What Does NFSA Committees, Councils and Board Do? – Vickie Pritchett Staff Development is More than Technical (FLSS Track) – Michael O’Brian 11:00am–12:15pm Workshop Breakout Sessions Retrofit How To’s: High Rise To Historic – Fire Marshal Tim Ippolito, Fire Marshal Bryan Parker, Mike Joanis, PE and Cindy Giedraitis How 3D Laser Scanning Improves Design and Reduces Installation Costs – Zarko Ognjenovic, PE Residential Sprinkler Acceptance Through Alliances: The Best Practices Forum – Fire Marshal Todd Short Leadership, It’s Our Responsibility – James Stoddard Fire Safety Concepts for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) (FLSS Track) – Howard Hopper, PE 12:15–1:00pm Lunch 1:00–2:15pm Workshop Breakout Sessions Free Resources for the Fire Protection Professional – Chris Logan, CFPS, RSE and Joe Meyer, PE Obstructions and Early Suppression Fast Response Sprinklers: Research Findings and Application – Garner A. Palenske, PE NFPA 25: An Evaluation of Inspection and Test Results – Terry Victor High-Rise Fire Protection 101 – Ray M. Vance Fire Protection for Energy Storage Systems (FLSS Track) – Michael O’Brian and Robert Davidson 1:00–3:00pm Spouses Event To Be Announced 2:30–3:45pm Workshop Breakout Sessions Managing Costs in an Evolving Fire Sprinkler Market – Richard Armellino Know the Learner – Keys to Providing the Best Learning for Your Team – James D. Lake Shane Ray Unplugged – Shane Ray The Re-Organization of NFPA 14 – Cecil Bilbo Distillery Protection – Hazards and Protection of Wooden Barrel Storage (FLSS Track) – John A. LeBlanc 4:00–5:15pm Workshop Breakout Sessions Water Supplies: The Importance of Water Supply Assessment in the Era of Aging Infrastructure – Jeff Brassel, PE, CSP Updates from NFPA – Matt Klaus, PE and Jon Hart, PE Home Fire Sprinkler Incentives: How to Protect New Developments When Sprinklers Are Not in the Codes – Peg Paul Introduction to Tall Mass Timber Buildings (FLSS Track) – Ray O’Brocki, CBO 5:30–7:30pm Opening Reception Expo Hall
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6: DAY TWO – EARLY BIRD WORKSHOPS, GENERAL SESSION & TABLETOPS 6:30–8:00am Continental Breakfast Expo Hall 7:00am–3:00pm Registration 7:00–8:15am Early Bird Workshops Anchoring 101 – Alex Schickling TIM Talks – NFPA 25 – Jeffrey M. Hugo, CBO CRR and Fire Code Emergency Action Plan Requirements (FLSS Track) – Robert Davidson and Michael O’Brian 8:30–11:30am General Session 11:30am–3:00pm Expo Hall Lunch & Top Tech in the Round Evening On Your Own
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7: DAY THREE – EARLY BIRD WORKSHOPS, GENERAL SESSION, CONTRACTOR’S FORUM & AWARDS BANQUET 6:30–8:00am Continental Breakfast Expo Hall 7:00am–12:00pm Registration 7:00–8:15am Early Bird Workshops NFSA Research and Development – Michael Joanis, PE Tech Top 5 – Cary Webber Fire & Risk Hazards in the Application of Low Global Warming Refrigerants (FLSS Track) – Julian R. de Bullet NFSA/IAFC-FLSS Roundtable (FLSS Track) – Joe Powers 8:30–11:30am General Session 11:30am–2:00pm Contractor’s Forum (includes lunch) 11:30am–3:00pm Expo Hall Lunch & Top Tech Finals 6:00–9:00pm Awards Banquet
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8: DAY FOUR – NFSA BOARD OF DIRECTORS, ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC & NFSA COUNCIL & COMMITTEE MEETINGS 7:30–11:00am NFSA Board of Directors 12:00pm Shotgun Start: 6th Annual Common Voices Golf Classic
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CLIFTON TRUMAN DANIEL – Get ready for an awesome Opening General Session! We are honored to welcome Clifton Truman Daniel to the main stage, in character as his grandfather, President Harry S. Truman! Clifton will deliver the address that President Truman gave on fire prevention in 1947 and will also highlight historical fires in the White House and his new mantra, “It’s Not Preserved Until It’s Protected.” Clifton Truman Daniel is the oldest grandson of President Harry S. Truman and his wife, Bess. He is the son of author Margaret Truman and former New York Times Managing Editor E. Clifton Daniel Jr. Mr. Daniel is Honorary Chairman of the Board of the Truman Library Institute and Board Secretary of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. He is the author of Growing Up With My Grandfather: Memories of Harry S. Truman and Dear Harry, Love Bess: Bess Truman’s Letters to Harry Truman, 1919-1943. In addition to portraying his famous grandfather on stage, Mr. Daniel gives a series of lectures on various aspects of the Truman presidency and US and White House history.
GENE MARKS – A past Through his keynotes and breakout sessions, Gene helps columnist for both The business owners, executives and managers understand the New York Times and The political, economic and technological trends that will affect Washington Post, Gene now their companies and—most importantly—the actions they writes regularly for The Hill, can take to continue to grow and profit. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Gene owns and operates the Marks Group PC, a highly Forbes, Inc. Magazine, successful ten-person firm that provides technology and Entrepreneur Magazine and consulting services to small and medium sized businesses. The Guardian. Prior to starting the Marks Group PC, Gene, a Certified Gene has written 5 books on business management, Public Accountant, spent nine years in the entrepreneurial specifically geared towards small and medium sized services arm of the international consulting firm KPMG in companies. His most recent is In God We Trust, Everyone Philadelphia where he Else Pays Cash. was a Senior Manager. Nationally, Gene appears regularly on MSNBC and Fox News as well as The John Batchelor Show and SiriusXM’s www.genemarks.com Wharton Business Channel where he talks about the financial, economic and technology issues that affect business leaders today.
NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 5 Session Presentations TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5 8:00-9:15am
Panel of Stakeholders We Can Learn From Fire Protection for Plan Extraction (FLSS Track) Roland Asp, CET Manager of Codes and Standards Traci Harvey, PE and Mark Wassom, PE FM The installation of a residential fire sprinkler system is a Plant extraction processes, especially with hemp and collaborative effort of many stakeholders. A successful marijuana, utilize a variety of hazardous gases and liquids to residential fire sprinkler installation or even legislation is the extract valuable materials from plants. Grow facilities also result of all these stakeholders working together and finding present fire protection challenges with high combustible common ground. The panel of stakeholders include a home loading and complicated electrical systems. This class will builder, a water purveyor, and a sprinkler contractor. In order offer an overview of the fire code requirements related to to develop a successful working relationship, it is vital that the unique aspects of plant extraction with a primary focus all stakeholders develop an understanding of the concerns on the flammable gases and liquids which are most used. of all involved. This panel discussion will bring together the The presentation will also highlight fire protection strategies fire protection industry, the home builders, and the water to help protect buildings, workers, and occupants from the purveyors’ industries to discuss and find common ground hazards associated with the plant extraction processes used and to find solutions to the challenges of ensuring all our by this rapidly growing industry. safety in the places that we live. Remote ITM: Code Compliance in the Age of 9:30-10:45am Information, Automation and Integration Jason Webb and Jeff Hugo, CBO NFPA 770 and Hybrid-Extinguishing Systems Verifying code compliance typically involves onsite inspection, Jonathon Carl, CET and Robert Ballard confirming that applicable rules are being followed. But in Introduction to NFPA 770, what are Hybrid-Extinguishing today’s era of smart, integrated devices and systems, more Systems. Common components of systems, commissioning and more code-related inspections and tests are being of system, and inspection testing and maintenance of performed either by a third-party who generates a record, or systems. on a constant basis and monitored electronically. Additionally, integrated systems rely on each other to function properly and Deficiency Management through ITM require different ways of verifying readiness than those used Drew Slocum in the past. In either case, an inspection has often become Through the pandemic times, inspection and service for the a review of data in lieu of physically witnessing a process fire protection industry was deemed essential work. That or condition. The presenters, will examine the changing sector of fire protection has remained strong with increased approaches to code compliance, comparing and contrasting business and higher margins. Compliance among AHJ’s is those with traditional methods. The current state of codes also getting stricter for buildings owners and contractors. and standards regulating these activities and where they may In order to stay in front of the ITM wave, deficiency be headed in the future will also be discussed. management is key to driving better compliance and service revenue. Citing correct codes for various jurisdictions and Freeze Protection and Flood Prevention on identifying deficiencies and their statuses are critical to make Dry and Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler Systems this run smoothly. Jim McHugh Dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems often fail due to Building Code Updates for Sprinklers: freezing, improper maintenance, or vandalism. That leaves 2021 IBC and Beyond building occupants at risk and can cause thousands in Chris Campbell, PE facility damage due to flooding. Prevention is the cheapest, This presentation will review code changes in the 2021 quickest, and easiest way to avoid weather-related problems International Building Code (IBC) and International Fire Code or flooding with dry pipe sprinkler systems. This presentation (IFC) that impact the design of fire sprinkler systems. This will review NFPA 13 code requirements for freeze protection will include both changes to the code requirements as well as and auxiliary drains. Participants will understand common changes to the referenced standards, mainly the 2019 edition issues with auxiliary drains on dry fire sprinkler systems of NFPA 13. As time permits, potential future changes to the and learn how to minimize risk and expenses with a 2024 IBC and IFC code will be reviewed and discussed. proactive approach. It will also include an overview of COLLECTanDRAIN products that solve the most common issues encountered with auxiliary drains.
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Let’s Get Involved! What Does NFSA Committees, Residential Sprinkler Acceptance Through Councils and Board Do? Alliances: The Best Practices Forum Vickie Pritchett Fire Marshal Todd Short Join NFSA’s Vice President/Executive Officer as she The Washington State Fire Sprinkler Coalition has moderates a group that includes Chairs of NFSA successfully engaged local sprinkler contractors, Committees, Councils, and our Board! This interactive plumbing companies, developers, builders, manufacturer session will explore the work conducted by these groups and representatives and authorities having jurisdiction to what the difference they make in charting the course for NFSA. To we call, The Best Practices Forum. This forum engages protect lives and property from fire through the widespread stakeholders in problems associated with the installation of acceptance of the fire sprinkler concept (NFSA’s mission) residential fire sprinklers from submittal to final inspection. has never been more evident than when we see these The presentation will focus on the benefits of bringing members in action with their service to NFSA and the fire stakeholders together and some of our successes including sprinkler industry. the publication of our Best Practices guide.
Staff Development is More than Technical Leadership, It’s Our Responsibility (FLSS Track) James Stoddard Michael O’Brian Business controls the world; economics is the primary force This presentation will dive into how we develop fire behind the world’s actions. Human thinking is dominated department staff beyond the technical side of codes and by money. Never before has so many in the world lived in standards. Although at times this operation is easy method, more comfort than today but are we happier for it? Who developing time management, email skills, as well as work- is responsible for the world’s problems? Is it the rich or life balance is a key to seeing employees succeed. the poor? You cannot separate civilization and commerce and we are seemingly at a crossroad where a change is demanded. If you want to change the world we must change 11:00am-12:15pm the way we do business. Everyone in the West seems consumed with their health and if we were thinking and Retrofit How To’s: High Rise To Historic acting correctly, our health would take care of itself. The Fire Marshal Tim Ippolito, Fire Marshal Bryan Parker, autoimmune diseases in our bodies mirror the health of our Mike Joanis, PE and Cindy Giedraitis environment. Yes I am concerned with our youth’s emotional The panel, made up of a contractor and two fire marshals, health and our thinking is causing our emotions and our will share their lessons learned with fire sprinkler retrofits thinking is obviously wrong. Sane leadership is a priority. high rise and historic occupancies. Fire Safety Concepts for Energy Storage Systems How 3D Laser Scanning Improves Design and (ESS) (FLSS Track) Reduces Installation Costs Howard Hopper, PE Zarko Ognjenovic, PE Energy storage systems are showing up in ever increasing Gain understanding of how 3D laser scanning of interior numbers, which creates challenges for fire protection and exterior buildings and objects can help you streamline engineers and code officials who must address a new your 2D or 3D design capabilities by minimizing guesses generation of fire safety concerns. These systems include and assumptions, reducing design mistakes, and modern stationary battery systems, electrical capacitors increasing profits. systems and other technologies. This session provides an overview of these systems and discusses fire protection requirements in the International Fire Code and NFPA 855 Stationary Energy Storage System standard.
NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 7 Session Presentations TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5 1:00-2:15pm
Free Resources for the Fire Protection High-Rise Fire Protection 101 Professional Ray M. Vance Chris Logan, CFPS, RSE and Joe Meyer, PE This presentation will address the most common Fan of free stuff? We are too. This presentation covers all characteristics of high-rise buildings and how they form the of our favorite free resources around the industry you may decision-making process behind the fire protection system or may not know about. Learn about Online Tools, Forums, requirements. It will cover the five types and three classes Revit & CAD Resources, Blogs, and Podcasts around of standpipes, standpipe and hose connection location that web that share one theme: Free. Join Joe Meyer of requirements, basic water supply requirements for the MeyerFire.com and Chris Logan of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast different classes of standpipes, pressure considerations, on your free tour around the industry. water supply options and basic fire department connection requirements. Obstructions and Early Suppression Fast Response Sprinklers: Research Findings and Fire Protection for Energy Storage Systems Application (FLSS Track) Garner A. Palenske, PE Michael O’Brian and Robert Davidson Obstructions created by ceiling structural members, lighting, A review of fire protection requirements for ESS and or piping, can hinder Early Suppression Fast Response lithium-ion batteries. This course will review various code (ESFR) sprinkler performance. However, ESFR sprinkler practices from International Code Council to the National obstruction sensitivity is largely unknown. Acknowledging Fire Protection association and best practices. ESS system the importance of this issue, NFPA’s research affiliate, the usages has grown over the years and is increasing every day. Fire Protection Research Foundation, embarked on a multi- This course will utilize current code development as well as year testing program which began in 2014. The fourth and experience from various full-scale tests and strategies. final phase of the project was completed in 2020. This presentation will summarize the findings of the study and review the recently approved code change which will appear 2:30-3:45pm in 2022 edition of NFPA 13. The ESFR Obstruction Analysis Tool will also be presented. Managing Costs in an Evolving Fire Sprinkler Market NFPA 25: An Evaluation of Inspection Richard Armellino and Test Results With marketplaces changing and the economy in a state of Terry Victor flux, the fire sprinkler industry is not immune to the same NFPA 25 includes requirements for inspecting and testing potential pitfalls. Managing costs and associating where cost systems and components but many inspectors are not deviate from previous business models are a key component sure how to record and report what they have observed or to ensuring a healthy future for our industry. Cost impacts tested. There’s guidance in the annex for classifying deficient can be project, company, or industry based and a common findings, but it does not include all possible situations. Also awareness is the key to decoding the challenges that lie the standard does not clearly explain what to do when an ahead. installation or a component does not meet the requirements of an installation standard. This session will include Know the Learner – Keys to Providing the Best examples, results and findings using pictures of systems Learning for Your Team and components to illustrate many of the gray areas of James D. Lake NFPA 25 and give guidance on how to address them with the Now more than ever the key to building a learning program customer. for your team is to provide a variety of approaches and platforms that will attract their interest and engage them in the process. With so many choices and platforms available it can be difficult to select the best approach. This presentation will explore the various approaches and platforms available for delivering learning programs and help you ask the necessary questions to determine which ones are most appropriate for your company and teams.
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Shane Ray Unplugged Updates from NFPA Shane Ray, President of NFSA Matt Klaus PE and Jon Hart PE The President of the NFSA is in the spotlight and highlights When the question is about fire protection in the built the mission of the association through his many years environment, the National Fire Protection Association serving the membership. Shane discusses and explains (NFPA) is part of the answer. NFPA codes and standards where the association fits in federal, state, and local plays a big part of every person working in the fire sprinkler legislation adopting codes, standard, and ordinances. The industry. This presentation covers the role of NFPA codes extent of the mission does not end there, as managing and standards in fire protection for fire sprinkler contractors, the advocacy, research, engineering, collective bargaining, layout technicians, engineers, and authorities having field operations, and education are all active programs jurisdiction. Changes to NFPA 13, NFPA 20, NFPA 25, NFPA and departments within the NFSA. Shane unplugs from 855 will be discussed as well as the future standards and the podium and video feed to share his leadership of the projects, such as NFPA 420. association with the members in Las Vegas. Home Fire Sprinkler Incentives: How to Protect The Re-Organization of NFPA 14 New Developments When Sprinklers Are Not in Cecil Bilbo the Codes The NFPA 14 Committee on Standpipes has decided to Peg Paul reorganize the NFPA 14 Standard so that it can be more Offering local developers home fire sprinkler incentives easily used and followed. This presentation will explain (trade-ups) is a proven method to protect new single-family exactly what the Committee is doing and what changes are home developments, especially where sprinklers are not being proposed for the next edition. A comparison of the new required by code. Incentives can reduce construction NFPA 13 reorganization will be presented as well. costs and increase profit margins. Yet surveys show developers are not aware of them and would be interested Distillery Protection - Hazards and Protection of if they were offered. Peg Paul will detail how AHJs are Wooden Barrel Storage (FLSS Track) achieving sprinklered developments using incentives. She John A. LeBlanc will discuss the importance of including sprinklers in new Many whiskey distilleries use wooden barrel storage to developments as part of local community risk reduction impart many of the qualities of whiskey to their distillate. This efforts. Free resources will be offered to support AHJs process can take months or years or decades. The storage and educate planners, building officials, water authorities, of wooden barrels filled with distilled spirits represents a builders/developers, and consumers. These resources challenging fire hazard. This presentation will cover the can help overcome local challenges, identify incentives for fire hazards of distilled spirits, the challenges presented each community and prepare the AHJ to make the offer to by wooden barrel storage and provide a collection of new developers. automatic sprinkler protection criteria developed through full scale fire tests. Introduction to Tall Mass Timber Buildings (FLSS Track) Ray O’Brocki, CBO 4:00-5:15pm This Course introduces firefighters and fire inspectors to tall mass timber (TMT) buildings (that can be constructed up Water Supplies: The Importance of Water Supply to 18 stories in some cases), the history of cross laminated Assessment in the Era of Aging Infrastructure timber (CLT), how it is made and its properties. The Course Jeff Brassel, PE, CSP outlines the new code requirements in the International This presentation addresses the deterioration of our Building Code (IBC) and discusses the extensive fire testing national water infrastructure and the fire protection issues that was conducted. The program addresses specific fire stemming from recently adopted water loss mitigation service concerns. strategies. References are made to the ASCE and AWWA annual infrastructure reports and EPA water loss mitigation strategies. Examples are discussed involving valve closures, debris /blockages and under supplied fire pumps. Methods and resources for the proper graphical evaluation of water supply are presented.
NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 9 Session Presentations WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6 7:00-8:15am
Anchoring 101 performance of modern-day fast response residential Alex Schickling sprinklers compared to older standard response standard A smart phone-based interactive application will be used to spray sprinklers with increased RTI values. Two of the The presentation walks through various types of anchors fires challenged a partial sprinkler system in an unfinished with pros and cons of each. Discussing the best option for basement and its ability to protect exposed lightweight various installation conditions to ensure the design and structural floor joists. One demonstration focused on field team get the best product. Additionally we will do a live the value of having the fire department supply the fire installation of various anchors ending with a pull test. department connections, even well after the incipient fire growth stage. We will review each fire scenario, the data TIM Talks – NFPA 25 collected, and video evidence from these demonstrations to Jeffrey M. Hugo, CBO further discuss the potential for future research projects to TIM Talks is a platform for quick presentations on inspection, support revisions to the code and standards. Future NFSA testing, and maintenance (ITM = TIM) subjects modeled research to directly support the widespread acceptance of after the well-known TED Talks. Topics can include new the fire sprinkler concept will be presented. technology, ITM reporting, automated testing, changes to NFPA 25, inspection techniques, and highlights from other Tech Top 5 workshops and sessions from earlier in the week. This Cary Webber session is a great opportunity to pack in a lot of knowledge In this interactive game show style event, attendees will from a diverse group of ITM experts. answer specific questions in the top five genres of questions compiled from thousands of phone calls and emails received CRR and Fire Code Emergency Action Plan by the Reliable Technical Services Department. Brief Requirements (FLSS Track) discussion (and (lively debate?) will follow each question. Robert Davidson and Michael O’Brian Modern building codes put a large emphasis on training, Fire & Risk Hazards in the Application of Low as well as requirements for emergency action plans. Global Warming Refrigerants (FLSS Track) Community outreach, as well as community risk reduction Julian R. de Bullet staff, work diligently to build such processes into our Members of the fire safety community have expressed occupancies and balance the requirements of modern fire concern over the use of the new EPA approved A2L codes and should work to bring together the occupancy as refrigerants in firefighting events. This presentation will show well as fire code enforcement. This course will aid in building the results of recent technical research and will explain why a community approach in training as well as planning to new codes and standards must be approved quickly. reduce the impact of fire on our built environment. NFSA/IAFC-FLSS Roundtable (FLSS Track) Joe Powers The NFSA/IAFC-FLSS Roundtable is a community risk THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7 reduction-focused conversation addressing outcomes, partnerships, and solutions. The day’s topics range from 7:00-8:15am your thoughts and questions to the discussion from those seated next to you. The facilitated event encourages NFSA Research and Development participant interaction and positive collaboration between Michael Joanis, PE the private and public sectors. There is no presentation, no NFSA conducted six live fire demonstrations to highlight sponsorships, just good old fashion talk amongst friends. sprinkler system performance under high challenge ...hard to tell. This is a “fly by the seat of our pants and have fire scenarios. Three of the live burns focused on the great collaboration” kind of session.
10 | NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 Event Overview NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 Tuesday, October 5, 2021 – Thurday, October 7, 2021 Book your The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas group rate 3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South for NFSA! Las Vegas, NV 89109-4309 www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com Phone: 702-698-7000 Room Reservations: 702-698-7575 or 855-435-0005 Special group rate: $209.00 USD per night
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Child (12 and under) $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Exhibitor Booth Staff $315 $630 $335 $670 $375 $750
Tuesday Pass $340 $680 $360 $720 $400 $800
Wednesday Pass $340 $680 $360 $720 $400 $800
Thursday Pass $340 $680 $360 $720 $400 $800
AHJ Pass $249 $249 $249 $249 $249 $249
Virtual/Online Access $149 $149 $149 $149 $149 $149
Banquet Only* $170 $340 $180 $360 $200 $400
Golf Outing $250
*This is available for people only attending Awards Banquet; tickets available at registration.
CONTRACTOR MEMBERS Registration is open at www.nfsa.org and we hope SPECIAL OFFER you’ll sign up soon to secure your spot. We do have • Bring 5-9 additional full registrants and get $250 off limited space available, and first-come, first-served your total. Also, we will give you 5 Virtual Registration policy is in effect for this event. You won’t want to Passes Promo code: Bringmore5 miss it, and we hope you’ll assemble your team and • Bring 10 or more additional full registrants and get join our excitement! $500 off your total. Also, we will give you 10 Virtual The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Registration Passes Promo code: Bringmore10 3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South Book your Registrants must be done at the same time, no exceptions. Not valid Las Vegas, NV 89109-4309 for Spouse registrants. group rate www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com Phone: 702-698-7000 for NFSA! Room Reservations: 702-698-7575 or 855-435-0005 Special group rate: $209.00 USD per night
12 | NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 Golf Information Friday, October 8, 2021 Bear’s Best Las Vegas Golf Course 12:00 Noon Shotgun Start 6th ANNUAL Common Voices is excited that the NFSA has decided to host the 6th Annual Common Voices GOLF CLASSIC Golf Classic at the 2021 North American Fire Questions? Please call Abbie Gunnells at Sprinkler Expo! Working together, we realize 615-405-8027 or email [email protected] time and time again the difference that sharing our stories makes in advancing the concept of fire sprinklers. Our goal is to be a go-to resource for community leaders who need a first-person account of the devastating impact fire can have on a community and a family. We can prevent future tragedies, and we believe that our stories help everyone understand in a way that makes a difference. Visit our website for additional resources and information at www.fireadvocates.org. Your support is greatly appreciated, and as a non-profit 501(c)3 we are now ready to grow our mission and expand our efforts even more. We know the proceeds from our sixth Golf Classic will help us do that! We are humbled by the generosity of NFSA 11111 West Flamingo Road members, the vision and leadership of the Las Vegas, NV 89135 Board, from our formation informally in 2007, 702-804-8500 to our incorporation in 2010, NFSA has been a guiding force and we appreciate you all! See you in Las Vegas!
NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 13 Sponsor Appreciation* PLATINUM SPONSORS
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14 | NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 Sponsor Appreciation* GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
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Detroit Fire Sprinkler NFSA MN Chapter Advisory Board/ NFSA Michigan NFSA WI Chapter Chapter FFSA Chapter Fire Sprinkler NIFSAB Advisory Board of Puget Sound NJFSAB Metraflex Quick Response Fire Protection NFSA Boston Chapter Sprinkler Fitters 550 NFSA CRFSA Chapter Tennessee Fire Sprinkler NFSA CT Chapter Contractors NFSA Empire Chapter Association NFSA Indiana Chapter
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NORTH AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER EXPO & NFSA BOARD MEETING 2021 | 15 Have you checked out our NFSA commercial?
Sprinklers protect what fire destroys.
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Whether you live in a house or a high-rise... protect it with fire sprinklers! #fastestwater
@NFSAorg
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Partners in Progress We have fun on our social media channels highlighting #fastestwater and #PartnersInProgress, but having the Fire & Life Safety Section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs join us this year with their very own track is an awesome example of that!
A big thank you to FLSS Board Chair Andy King, who serves as Deputy Chief and Fire Marshal of Franklin Fire Rescue in Tennessee. We are so happy to have the opportunity to mix and mingle with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and we appreciate the role you play in fire and life safety at the community level. NFSA members applaud you, and welcome you to the North American Fire Sprinkler Expo. We hope many will take advantage of the $249 registration fee, and we are more than happy to give $100 of that to the FLSS! A true partnership for sure! We look forward to learning with you and always stand in support of America’s fire service.