A mechanical problem in the pump circulation system of an 80,000-barrel naphtha storage tank is suspected as the cause of the massive Intercontinental...

This article addresses water-based systems such as water spray, water mist, foam, and foam water.

There are hundreds of thousands of API storage tanks in use across the United States. Relatively few of them catch fire or have anything catastrophic happen...

The ERNEST principle analyzes any rope system by the common reasons that rope rescue systems fail. Particularly, whenever a rope rescue system must rely on...

When the big bell rings it is "all hands on deck" to load up and get underway. We have to remember the most important element, namely communication with...

In this column, I will address specific types of fire extinguishers and extinguishing agents, touch on various methods of applying extinguishing agents, and...

Irony is defined as expressing one’s meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite. For an example look no further than the recent Labor...

The Ansul Flowmax PPW variable range proportioner utilizes a variable orifice to meter an accurate flow of liquid foam concentrate over a wider range of...

Lacey Paquin trained in medicine before joining Chevron. Her career path is pointing that direction again.

Baker Fabrication's new system makes retrieving 12-inch hose a 1-person job.