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NAFED

page for the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors.
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The National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED) is a trade association serving companies that sell, distribute, and service fire equipment. Nearly all of our members sell and service portable fire extinguishers in addition to a full range of fire protection services including the installation and/or maintenance of pre-engineered kitchen systems, industrial systems, fire alarms, sec

urity systems, sprinklers, fire hose and standpipes, and emergency and exit lighting. You can find NAFED members working in commercial, industrial, and residential settings making buildings safe and giving individuals the tools they need to fight early-stage fires.

06/08/2026

Ready to Take Your Training Beyond the Classroom?

There’s no substitute for hands-on experience.
The FED Learning Center offers practical, instructor-led training designed to help technicians build real-world skills in:
✅ Portable Fire Extinguishers
✅ Fire Alarm Systems
✅ Kitchen Suppression Systems
✅ Exit & Emergency Lighting

Earn CEUs, receive a certificate of completion, and gain the confidence that comes from working with actual systems and equipment. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to sharpen your skills, there's a course for you.

📅 View the upcoming Hands-On Training Schedule and reserve your seat today:
https://fedlearningcenter.com/schedule/

06/05/2026

AI Is Driving a Data Center Boom... But What About Fire Safety?
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, the infrastructure powering it is growing at an unprecedented rate. That means more data centers, higher power demands, larger battery energy storage systems, and new fire protection challenges. ⚠️
Researchers are now examining the increased fire risks associated with modern AI-driven data centers, including:
🔋 Lithium-ion battery hazards and thermal runaway
⚡ High-density electrical loads
🔥 Fire detection and suppression challenges
🏢 Protecting critical infrastructure and surrounding communities
For fire protection professionals, engineers, AHJs, and safety leaders, this is a topic you can't afford to ignore.
📖 Read the article and learn how experts are addressing the next generation of fire safety risks:
👉 https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2026/05/26/ais-growing-footprint-raises-fire-safety-challenges-for-data-centers/
The future of AI depends on the safety of the facilities that power it. Are we ready?

06/04/2026

🔋 NFPA 800 - The Upcoming Battery Safety Code
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere—from manufacturing facilities and warehouses to energy storage systems, EVs, e-bikes, and consumer products. As battery use continues to grow, NFPA is developing NFPA 800, the new Battery Safety Code, designed to address battery safety throughout the entire lifecycle—from manufacturing and transportation to storage, use, and disposal.
⚠️ Topics expected to include:
✅ Thermal runaway hazards
✅ Fire and explosion risks
✅ Storage and transportation safety
✅ Emergency response considerations
✅ Battery manufacturing and end-of-life management
If you work in fire protection, code enforcement, risk management, manufacturing, or battery storage, this is a code development you need to be watching closely. NFPA 800 is expected to become a major roadmap for battery safety across multiple industries.
📖 Read the article and learn what NFPA 800 could mean for the future of battery safety:
👉 https://www.nfpa.org/news-blogs-and-articles/blogs/2026/05/11/nfpa-800-upcoming-battery-safety-code

06/03/2026

The 2027 Editions Are Here!
If your fire protection company services, inspects, installs, or maintains commercial cooking fire protection systems, the 2027 updates are available.
The NFPA Standards Council has officially issued the 2027 editions of NFPA 17, NFPA 17A, and NFPA 96, and these new editions now supersede all previous versions.
📘 What's New?
✅ NFPA 17 – Updated testing requirements after maintenance, terminology revisions, and clarification regarding fire alarm system impairments.
✅ NFPA 17A – Revisions to impairment and deficiency definitions along with terminology updates for consistency with NFPA 72 and NFPA 96.
✅ NFPA 96 – Clarified requirements for solid-fuel cooking operations, reorganized grease buildup inspection requirements, and added a fire alarm system definition to improve code correlation.
Staying current with code changes helps ensure compliance, improves technician knowledge, and keeps commercial cooking operations protected.
📚 Available now through NFPA:
🌐 https://www.nfpa.org/products =%40culture%3D%22en%22
Have you reviewed the 2027 updates yet? Let us know which changes will have the biggest impact on your business.

06/01/2026

From periodic inspections to annual maintenance and 6-year tear downs, this training video walks through the critical steps every fire protection professional should know.
✅ Gauge & pressure checks
✅ Tamper seal inspections
✅ Hose & valve body inspections
✅ Corrosion & damage checks
✅ Hydrostatic testing requirements
✅ Proper dry chemical recovery procedures
If you service fire extinguishers, this is a must-watch refresher packed with valuable maintenance insights.
🎥 Watch the video here:
https://youtu.be/ybXWLWzt_wY?si=BQ9JfKA_okkoGBVO

05/27/2026

NOW AVAILABLE — NAFED Online Training
Take your team’s knowledge to the next level with new Standards Education & Certification Prep courses now available from NAFED Online Training!
🔥 NFPA 17A – Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems (2024 Edition)
🔥 NFPA 96 – Ventilation Control & Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations (2024 Edition)
Designed for:
✅ Field Technicians
✅ Technical Personnel
✅ Sales Teams
✅ Fire Protection Professionals
These in-depth training programs help prepare participants for the ICC/NAFED Certification Exam in the “FK” discipline while strengthening real-world code knowledge and compliance understanding.
💡 Course Benefits:
✔️ 6 EEC Credit Hours
✔️ On-Demand Online Training
✔️ ICC/NAFED Exam Prep
✔️ Strengthen Technician Confidence & Performance
📚 Certification is earned by successfully passing the ICC/NAFED exam — not by viewing the prep course alone.
Click this link for more information: https://www.nafed.org/online-training.html

05/26/2026

💧 Do You Know How To Properly Inspect & Maintain a Home Fire Sprinkler System?
NFPA experts Shawn Mahoney and Robin Zevotek break down the recommended inspection, testing, and maintenance procedures for residential fire sprinkler systems based on NFPA 13D.
In this quick and informative video, you’ll learn about:
✅ Monthly valve checks
✅ Waterflow device testing
✅ Pump operation testing
✅ Annual control valve operation
✅ Visual inspections of sprinklers & piping
✅ Antifreeze solution testing
…and much more.
Whether you’re in fire protection, inspections, or simply want to better understand residential sprinkler systems, this is a must-watch video.
🎥 Watch now:
https://youtu.be/5G7j6_DhOuo?si=wLUkMxE2ZDYqGEW3

05/22/2026

History of Fire Equipment Distributors

Ever wondered how the fire equipment distribution industry began?

Join Professor Joe in this fascinating episode of Fire Suppression History as he explores the history of fire equipment distributors in the United States and how they helped shape modern fire protection as we know it today.

From the rise of companies like Pyrene Manufacturing and General Fire Extinguisher Company to the founding of NAFED in 1963, this video takes you through the evolution of the industry that keeps fire protection equipment moving across America. 🇺🇸🔥
Learn about:
✅ The origins of fire equipment distribution
✅ Early fire protection supply networks
✅ The growth of NFPA standards
✅ How independent distributors shaped the industry
✅ The history and impact of NAFED

This is a must-watch for anyone in the fire protection industry who wants to better understand the roots of our profession.
🎥 Watch this WESCO video now and stay informed!
https://youtu.be/vxM8zagHYHo?si=FT6SsSmHV_9ipcBd

05/21/2026

👏 THANK YOU to Our 2026 NAFED Conference & Expo Sponsors!
The success of this year’s conferences in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and Cleveland would not have been possible without the incredible generosity, partnership, and support of our sponsors.
A huge thank you to:
🔥 A-Gas
🔥 Amerex Corp.
🔥 Bader Fire Protection
🔥 Brooks Equipment
🔥 Fire Equipment Manufacturers’ Association
🔥 Gene Ptacek & Son Fire Equipment
🔥 S.A. Comunale
🔥 ServiceTrade
🔥 WESCO
Your continued support helps make the NAFED Conferences an outstanding experience filled with education, networking, innovation, and growth for the fire protection industry.

We truly appreciate your commitment to NAFED and to advancing our industry. 👏

05/20/2026

The Value of Becoming a NAFED Member 🔥
As Allen Quirk shared at the NAFED Conference & Expo — membership is about far more than attending an event. It’s about building relationships, gaining knowledge, and strengthening your fire protection business.
✅ Learning & Education
✅ Connecting with other fire protection company owners & technicians
✅ Finding solutions to challenging industry problems
✅ Meeting vendors and discovering new opportunities
✅ Staying informed and growing your business
NAFED brings the fire protection industry together to help companies learn, connect, and succeed. 👏🔥

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