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Fire Protection Podcast
by Inspect Point, Drew Slocum
The Fire Protection Podcast dives deep into topics of the fire protection industry. Fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguishers and other life safety systems are discussed. Leaders from all over the world talk about new technologies and processes that are helping improve the fire safety community.
Episodes
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What Inning Is M&A In? With John Mackey of The Mackey Group
John Mackey, CEO of The Mackey Group, is back for his yearly state-of-the-industry catch-up with Drew. John advises fire and life safety owners and PE-backed platforms on M&A and growth, and his Mackey Report pulls industry research and investor-conference analysis into one set of benchmarks for...
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The Fall River Fire and the O-Ring Sprinkler Problem — with Grant Lobdell of Dyne Fire Protection Labs
Grant Lobdell is back on the show at a moment when the whole industry is paying attention. The fire at Gabriel House in Fall River, Massachusetts put a hard question in front of every contractor: how do recalled sprinkler heads stay in buildings for decades, and whose job is it to catch them?…
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Episode #97: Inspection Data Is Your Biggest AI Advantage (with Jimmy & John)
Drew brings two of Inspect Point's own onto the show this time: John Ryan, a senior solution engineer who came up through the product and engineering side, and Jimmy Snowden, who leads the support team and spent years as a technician and inspection manager before joining the company. If you've...
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Shawn Mahoney on NFPA 241, Wood-Frame Fires, and the Enforcement Gap
Shawn Mahoney of NFPA's Technical Services team joins Drew for his fourth time on The Fire Protection Podcast, and this one covers a lot of ground before landing on a problem the industry keeps stepping over: construction-site fires. You've seen the headlines. A light wood-frame building goes up...
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From Fitter to Founder with Levi Rock of Red Seal Fire Protection
Levi Rock got laid off for three weeks when COVID hit, and it changed how he thought about job security. In 2020 he started Red Seal Fire Protection in Windsor, Ontario, and grew it to 17 employees in five years by keeping it simple: show up when you say you will, turn reports and deficiency…
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Why Your Dry System Leaks More Than You Think
Ray Fremont Jr., president of General Air Products, joins Drew to talk about the air supply side of dry pipe sprinkler systems. General Air Products has been building air compressors for fire sprinkler systems since the 1960s, and the Fremont family has been in the compressed air business since…
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The Code Committee Insider: Fire Alarms, CO Detection & What’s Coming Next
Dr. Roger Reiswig, Industry Liaison at Johnson Controls, joins Drew for a conversation spanning nearly 40 years of fire alarm industry experience. Roger started as a Simplex technician in 1986 and now represents JCI across NFPA, UL, FM, and international organizations including the European Alarm...
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Behind the Scenes with IoT Monitoring: What Homeowners Miss About Electrical Fires
Bob Marshall, CEO of Whisker Labs, joins Drew Slocum on Episode 92 to discuss Ting, the IoT sensor that monitors home electrical systems for arcing hazards before they become fires. In this episode: How Ting takes 30 million electrical measurements per second from a single outlet The on-device…
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The Voice of the Sprinkler Trade: A Conversation with Chris Logan
0:00 - Paper documents, hydrant flow testing, and lost inspection data 04:59 - Deficiencies are not a gotcha game 8:47 - Ontario Fire Code limits and NFPA 25 enforcement gaps 15:23 - Strategic planning and involving Al 20:20 - 2025 highlights, consistency, and "what I'd do differently" 24:05 -...
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2025 Fire & Life Safety Trends, Data, & What’s Next with John Mackey
Timestamps: 00:00 Why 2025 fire protection data matters 02:47 2025 fire protection industry report preview 06:28 Why fire protection businesses need a tech stack 08:42 Inspection dollars vs service proposals 11:46 Deficiency approvals and compliance platforms 17:05 Common fire inspection...
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AI & Fire Codes in Practice with Scott Reynolds from UpCodes
In Episode 89, Drew Slocum welcomes Scott Reynolds, Co-Founder and CEO of UpCodes, for a deep dive into the future of building codes, AI-driven code research, and the growing need for accessible, reliable, and continually updated code information across the built environment. Scott shares the...
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Smarter Workflows with AI in Fire Protection
Timestamps: 00:00 - Introducing today's guest 01:57 - Launching the first Al agent 04:19 - How AI adoption changes business processes 06:58 - Code complexity in fire protection 09:30 - Generative Al vs agentic Al explained 12:10 - How data supports better decisions 14:39 - FireCAD design…
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Tragedy, Testing, & Change: How Data Drives Fire Safety Reform
In this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum sits down with Grant Lobdell, President of Dyne Fire Protection Labs, to discuss one of the most pressing issues facing the fire protection industry today—sprinkler testing and system maintenance. Grant shares insights on Dyne’s...
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How JEM Systems is Powering the Next Generation of Fire Integrators
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:15 Jason’s Background and GEM Systems 03:40 Integrating Design, Engineering, and Distribution 07:47 Navigating COVID-19 and Supply Chain Shifts 12:06 Expanding into Sprinkler Design 15:20 AI, Data Centers & Code Shifts 17:44 Connectivity, Safety & Working...
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Codes That Save Lives: A Conversation with NFPA’s Jim Pauley
00:00 Introduction & Conference Recap 03:50 Jim's Background, NFPA's History and Mission 10:49 Public Awareness & "Code for Every Moment" Campaign 14:15 NFPA's Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem 16:18 Reverse Renovations with Jonathan Scott 18:23 Real-World Code Application & Lessons from Tragedies…
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Recurring Revenue & Customer Service in Fire Protection with Karsten Smith
Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 02:35 Karsten’s Journey into Fire Protection 07:26 Why Recurring Revenue Matters 09:32 Turning Installs into Service Contracts 11:13 Customer Service as a Growth Driver 13:09 AHJ Compliance Platforms & Industry Shifts 14:28 Navigating Local Jurisdiction...
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Why Training is the Best ROI in Fire Protection – with Rob Stewart of Fire Tech
Timestamps 00:00 Introducing Rob Stewart and Fire Tech 02:51 Real-World Fire Protection Stories 06:36 Rob’s Background and Industry Goals 09:10 Fire Protection Training Needs & Demographics 11:48 Cross-Training Between Sprinkler & Alarm Disciplines 14:35 Documentation Challenges & The Role of the...
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The Fire Inside: How This Alarm Tech Built His Own Fire Alarm Operation
00:00 From Technician to Entrepreneur 02:20 Dakota’s Background & Apprenticeship Path 04:34 Motivation to Start a Business 06:30 Identifying a Niche in the Fire Industry 08:39 Learning Design and Troubleshooting 09:35 Teaching Himself FireCAD + Early Wins 14:33 Balancing Install, Design &…
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Unifying Fire Protection Install & Service with BuildOps & Inspect Point
Drew chats with Glen Tipton, Director of Solution Engineering at BuildOps, about bridging the gap between install and service in the fire protection world. They dive into how BuildOps’ new partnership with Inspect Point is helping contractors streamline project management, inspections, and...
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Finding the Niche Within a Niche: Fire Safety Solutions with Kyle Jarvenpaa of Space Age Electronics
Join host Drew Slocum as he sits down with Kyle Jarvenpaa, VP of Business Development at Space Age Electronics, a company specializing in fire and life safety system components since 1963. Kyle pulls back the curtain on Space Age's unique "niche within a niche," discussing their role in…
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The Power of FireCAD: Efficiency & Accuracy in Fire Protection
Host Drew Slocum sits down with August and Tony Conte of FireCAD to discuss the recent acquisition by Inspect Point and what it means for the future of the industry. Hear directly from August about his incredible 60-year journey in fire alarm and how FireCAD was born out of a need for better,...
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Mission Critical Fire Protection with Lee Kaiser
In this engaging podcast episode, host Drew Slocum welcomes fire protection expert Lee Kaiser from ORR Protection for an in-depth conversation covering a wide array of industry topics. From the cultural buzz around the Kentucky Derby to the critical importance of data center fire safety and the...
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Fire Doors & Dampers: An NFPA Overview with Shawn Mahoney
Shawn Mahoney from NFPA joins The Fire Protection Podcast in this episode to discuss the challenges and solutions surrounding fire doors and dampers. The episode explores why these critical elements of passive fire protection sometimes get overlooked in favor of active systems like sprinklers and...
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A Firefighter's Perspective on the Fire Protection Industry
Join host Drew Slocum as he chats with Jeff Pirro, a volunteer firefighter and sales professional at Inspect Point, on this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast! Jeff shares his unique perspective, growing up with a firefighter father and now serving his community as a volunteer. They discuss…
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Understanding the Code Process in Fire Protection with Jason Webb
On this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Jason Webb, a fire protection expert and recovering AHJ, about the intricacies of fire protection codes and standards. Jason discusses his career journey from firefighter paramedic to his role in the National Fire…
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The Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Crisis: Amerex's Strategies for Protection and Prevention
In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Ben Pitts and Jamie Knowles of Amerex, the world's leading fire extinguisher manufacturer, about lithium-ion battery fires and the challenges of putting them out. They discuss the importance of using the right fire...
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Giving Tuesday with Victor Stagnaro, CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, powered by Inspect Point, host Drew Slocum interviews Victor Stagnaro, the CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The episode is being released on Giving Tuesday, and for every demo booked in December, Inspect Point will donate $100 to...
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Transforming Fire Protection: A Conversation with Jensen Hughes CEO Raj Arora
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…
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Raquel Gomez on Starting a Fire Protection Business as a Veteran
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...
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The State of Sprinkler Manufacturing & Systems with Jim McHugh
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:...
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Andreas Huber On the Intersection of Software, the Fire Service, & Fire Protection
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:...
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Enterprise Resource Planning: Brad Dempsey on Purpose-Built Systems in Fire & Life Safety
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...
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Looking Back & Looking Ahead: Shawn Mahoney Talks Impact of Changes to NFPA 72 on the Fire Alarm code
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…
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What's New in Fleet Management Technology with Matt Curtis
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…
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Live from New Orleans with NAFED Presidents
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...
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Extinguisher Innovations with Amerex: Live from NAFED New Orleans
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...
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NFPA Insights: A Conversation with Shawn Mahoney
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:...
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Fire Rover: The Future of Fire Prevention with Ryan Fogelman
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...
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The Role of Firefighting in Tech with Kevin Sofen from Smart Firefighting
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…
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Safeguarding Healthcare: The Joint Commission's Vital Role in Fire Protection with Jim Kendig
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...
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The Importance of Data & the Next Generation in Fire Protection with John Mackey
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?...
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The Compliance Engine's Role in Advancing Fire and Life Safety
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…
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How The Fire and Life Safety Industry Is Evolving in Canada with Mark Wilson & Tim Renaud
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...
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Decoding the Role of Sprinkler Head, Antifreeze, and Foam Testing with Dyne Fire Protection Labs
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...
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Moving Fire Alarm Forward with Potter
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,...
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Friends of Firefighters - Giving Tuesday
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...
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Fire Protection Influencer Matthew Bass
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...
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Fire Prevention Month - Children's Book Review
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Exploring Innovations in Fire Alarm Testing With Detector Testers and SDi
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....
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What's New at the AFSA with Bob Caputo
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…
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The Fire Protection Podcast dives deep into topics of the fire protection industry. Fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguishers and other life safety systems are discussed. Leaders from all over the world talk about new technologies and processes that are helping improve the fire safety community.
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Inspect Point, Drew Slocum
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