Facts, Findings, and Future of NFPA 13

FPC plans to highlight NFPA 13 in our February 2026 edition, and we would value your contributions. Kindly submit articles and materials concerning NFPA 13, including Facts, Findings, and the Future of NFPA 13.

Articles may focus on any aspect of NFPA 13.

You may consider covering:

• Various interpretations and explanations.

• Dos and don’ts.

• Frequent misunderstandings.

• Some changes and updates.

• Other insights covering real-world use.

We also invite any related advice, opinions, and analysis of facts concerning NFPA 13.

 Please submit articles and photographs for consideration by January 4, 2026.

                     (Extensions may be available if you contact us by the due date.)

Articles should be kept short (600-800 words or less) and should focus on facts and information that will help contractors.

Also, send us photos of design, installation, inspection, and/or any related photos.

Note: Color photos will be considered for use on the cover

(e-mailed photos should be separate attachments in .tif or .jpg, hi-res preferred.)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an article or this feature, please contact me.

For a better fire sprinkler industry,

Brant R. Brumbeloe, Editor

FPC/Fire Protection Contractor magazine

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