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Article: Corrosion resistance and environmental exposure testing of fire sprinklers: UL 199 incorporates a full range of performance tests for one reason--to ensure product reliability and durability.
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- March 1, 2008
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Fire sprinklers have proven to be a highly effective tool in reducing the loss of life and property from fires for more than 125 years. The usage, as well as the end use applications of these products, continues to expand and, according to the International Fire Sprinkler Association, an estimated 100 million fire sprinklers were installed worldwide in 2006. Because the application and installation environments are expanding and changing, ongoing performance assessments of these products in the field are instrumental in maintaining a high level of effectiveness.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) has been listing fire sprinklers ...