Step inside fire protection history as I’m joined by Johnson Controls Senior Engineering Director Manny Silva for a walkthrough of the Frederick Grinnell Museum in Cranston, Rhode Island. We dive into how Frederick Grinnell improved upon Henry S. Parmalee’s original practical sprinkler design—ultimately creating the more sensitive, fully automatic sprinkler in 1881. Manny traces the evolution of sprinkler technology and Johnson Controls’ R&D contributions from the late 1800s to today—plus, you’ll learn how none other than Thomas Edison has an unexpected connection to Frederick Grinnell.

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation poolside with Daniel Wake. We recorded this in Maui at the NFSA business and leadership conference in 2023, we talk about his history in the fire protection industry, how he got into the position he is in now, and how much the industry has changed over the past 20 years Enjoy!v

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with bob Caputo from AFSA. We discuss the AFSA conference, our amazing memory for faces, and more! Enjoy!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is with Brian Williams of the  ⁨@DOPEandTAPE⁩  show. We discuss the first flash point event they hosted in Atlanta Georgia and the dinner before! Enjoy!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Connor Cousens while touring the SPP Pumps manufacturing facility. We discuss the ability to test in house, quick turn over availability, and the training facility in house. Enjoy!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my Conversation with William Clayton from Ember Software. We discuss jumping into the fire protection industry as a software company and the positive feedback they’ve gained on a short period of time. Enjoy!

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast was recorded at last years march madness event. Dave Philips gives me a tour of a few of the General Air Products facilities, explaining the engineering, design, construction, and shipping of the general air products!

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with William Chaney from Service Trade. We discuss the movement from paper to software, the challenges companies have with moving, as well as the challenges they face by not! Enjoy!

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast is my conversation with James Goliveaux, recently appointed chairmen of the board at Viking Group. We discuss fire protection innovations, his career path in the industry and how to get involved, and stay involved in the fire sprinkler industry. Its always a pleasure to sit down and chat with an absolute legend in the industry like James.

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast was recorded at the NFPA conference and Expo in 2024! I realized recently I never actually released it... We discuss how he's using AI to development internal standards for his role in Health care. Enjoy!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Greg Ohnemus and Phil Schechinger from Viking! We discuss the new Viking VGS and review the fittings, discuss the development process, and the impact that being a complete manufacturer makes on the industry. Enjoy!

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast was recorded at the AFSA conference in October of 2025. With various guests, I talk the new Sabertooth technology grooved couplings, Flex head sprinkler hose technology, The ASC seismic technology and more!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with one of the tool leads of the Milwaukee Ringer John Jarzombek. This episode discusses the path leading up to the creation of the ringer, the testing and feedback (for better or worse). as well as what I thought about the ringer.

This episode of the fire sprinkler podcast was my conversation with Chris Dilday. We discuss common issues with installs, continuing services on fire pumps., and just maintaining a clean pump room! Enjoy!

his episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is was recorded at the 2024 NFPA conference and Expo! Hot on the heels of Global Solutions acquiring Dyne Laboratories, we discuss how the merger is worked out and what the future holds!

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This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my first in studio (sorry George) conversation with Shawn Mahoney from NFPA. We discussed the NFPA codes development process and how to get more involved in it.

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was my discussion with Melissa Rodriguez from JCI. This conversation took place at the 2025 NFPA conference and Expo in Las Vegas! We discuss the changes to NFPA 13 regarding parking garages and the road that brought forth the changes!

Home Fire Sprinkler Week is underway! Visit www.homefiresprinkler.org for videos, downloads, and social media content to share for this week! Always a pleasure having Shawn Mahoney, a P. Eng from NFPA on the podcast to talk sprinkler! This episode we discuss the differences in intent and design criteria between NFPA 13, 13R and 13D. From design areas to water supplies and listing of materials. This episodes intention is to discuss and explain the differences and applications of the standards. Enjoy!

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Cary Webber of Reliable. We talk about PrePaks (and more). When to use them, why they are beneficial, and some history on them.

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast was recorded at Sprinkler Madness at General Air Products. It was a great event that brings sprinkler guys from around North America to learn, "hydrate" and network! It was a great event, and hopefully I get the opportunity to come next year!