Fire Sprinkler
Fire Sprinkler
Few fire protection contractors understand the nuances of fire sprinkler systems like we do. Harnessing our extensive fire experience, we specialize in industrial and commercial sprinkler system design, installation and maintenance of practically every fire sprinkler system available. From complex deluge systems for high hazard areas to state-of-the-art preaction systems for minimizing water damage, to the most common of wet pipe systems—you can trust Ahern to do the job right the first time.
Installation &Service
With Ahern as your fire protection systems installer, you’re partnering with a team of code experts looking out for your safety, schedule, and budget. From commercial fire sprinkler system design and prefabrication to installation, testing, and fire sprinkler maintenance, we’ll ensure your systems follow code requirements and are properly designed to meet your facility needs.
We service all types of sprinkler systems in all sorts of facilities. Our sprinkler inspectors undergo a minimum of 720 hours of coursework and 9,500 hours of on-the-job training prior to performing any inspections. This ensures they carry the code and system knowledge needed to keep your commercial fire sprinklers functioning properly. Ahern also has expertise in fire suppression systems and fire alarm and control. We have 17 locations throughout the Midwest. Find a location near you!
Since 2016, Ahern has completed over 490 fire sprinkler projects in healthcare facilities.
I consider them more than simply a contractor, they are a valued part of our team.
FEATUREDPROJECTS
Oakview Senior Living
- Conrad, Iowa
- No OSHA recordables
- 100% design approval rating
The Bridges at Ankeny
- Ankeny, IA
- Project completed on-time
- 15 years of industry experience
Edgewater
- West Des Moines, IA
- No OSHA recordables
- 100% on-time completion
HDR Headquarters
- Omaha, NE
- 100% on-time completion
- Zero lost-time injuries
Alegent Creighton Clinic
- Omaha, NE
- Ahern’s office team averaged 15 years of industry experience
- No OSHA recordables
Burger King - Grimes, IA
- Grimes, IA
- The project was completed within the original estimate
- Ahern’s design was approved on the first submission and no warranty rework was needed
Energy Systems Company
- Omaha, NE
- No warranty rework required
- Ahern’s field crew averaged 15 years of experience
FedEx Conveyors
- Grimes, IA
- 100% on-time completion
- No warranty rework
- All of office staff is industry certified
Grande Cheese
- Brownsville, WI
- 4 certified crew members
- Zero charge orders issued
- Completed the project on time
Grimes Child Development Center
- Grimes, IA
- The project was completed within the original estimate
- No issues or problems came up during the project
Hy-Vee
- Plattsmouth, NE
- No warranty rework
- The project’s field crew have an average of 6 years of experience
Monsanto Waco Expansion
- Waco, TX
- Ahern's office staff averaged 11 years of experience
- All designs were approved on the first submission
Navitus Health Solutions
- Appleton, WI
- Design approved on first submission
- Project completed within estimated budget
Nine Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Madison, WI
- Project completed three months ahead of schedule
- The field crew held an average of 12 years of experience
Uline W2
- Pleasant Prairie, WI
- Project completed one month ahead of schedule
- Zero lost-time injuries
- Project teams averaged 10 years of industry experience
Wingra Family Medical Center
- Madison, WI
- Ahern’s field crew averaged more than 10 years of experience
- LEED Silver Certified
Ahern Corporate Office Expansion
- Fond du Lac, WI
- Estimated Energy Savings: 25% or $21,000 per year
- No OSHA recordables
Airgas
- Lincoln, NE
- On-time completion
- All work was completed within the original estimate
- No warranty rework
Amber Enterprises
- Omaha, NE
- 100% on-time completion
- Ahern's team caught and corrected 12 system interferences prior to installation
APC/Schneider Electric Technology Center
- St. Louis, MO
- No warranty rework
- Final costs were within 1.1% of our original estimate
Ashworth Road Baptist Church
- Des Moines, IA
- Ahern’s field and office teams both averaged 12 years of industry experience
- The final project cost was within our estimate
BJC Center for Outpatient Health
- St. Louis, MO
- Both field and office project teams averaged over 10 years of experience
- All work was completed on time
BJC Data Center
- O’Fallon, MO
- Our project team averaged 9 years of experience
- All designs were approved on the first submission, and required no rework
Centene Plaza
- Clayton, MO
- This project's 4 office members averaged 12 years of experience
- 100% on-time completion
Central Storage
- Eau Claire, WI
- No warranty rework
- 100% on-time completion
Woodside Wisconsin Dells Center Dome
- Wisconsin Dells, WI
- The project was completed with no warranty rework
- 100% of the field crew and office staff members were industry certified or licensed
Chula Vista Resort & Waterpark
- Wisconsin Dells, WI
- No warranty rework
- All work was completed within 1% of our original estimate
Cori Manor
- Fenton, MO
- Our design was approved by regulatory authorities on the first submission
- On-time completion
Dino's Storage
- Omaha, NE
- 100% of the office staff held industry certifications
- All of Ahern's designs were approved on the first submission
Dogwoods Lodge
- Grimes, IA
- 100% of the project team held industry certifications
- Ahern met its original estimate
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems
Ahern knows that Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) demand a comprehensive fire protection strategy due to the high density of stored goods, the presence of electrical equipment, and the challenges of manual firefighting.
Deluge Systems
A deluge sprinkler system refers to open sprinkler heads attached to system piping. The system is activated through a separate detection system. Following system activation, water will discharge from all sprinkler heads. Deluge systems are installed to protection high-hazard areas, such as aircraft hangers.
Dry Pipe Systems
Dry pipe fire sprinkler systems refer to sprinkler heads attached to piping containing a gas (nitrogen or air) under pressure. Following system activation, the gas will be expelled and allow water to travel through the system piping to the affected areas and control fire growth. Dry pipe sprinkler systems are commonly installed in areas subject to freezing temperatures.
Fire Pumps
Fire pumps are utilized to boost the water pressure for use with sprinkler systems.
Preaction Systems
Preaction sprinkler systems refer to sprinkler heads attached to piping containing a gas (nitrogen or air) under pressure with a separate detection system. Since two trigger conditions need to occur before activation, this type of system is used when water damage from false system activation could cause significant or non-repairable property damage.
Private Fire Service Mains
Per NFPA 24, a private fire service main is that pipe and its appurtenances on private property that is between a municipal source of water and the base of the sprinkler system riser. These mains also service fire hydrants on private property. Their purpose is to distribute water from the building’s water supply source to the sprinkler system.
Quell Systems
Quell fire sprinkler systems are a ceiling-only system designed to protect high-risk environments such as cold storage or unheated warehouses where traditional sprinkler systems may not be sufficient without providing in-rack protection.
Stand Pipe Systems
Standpipe systems are an arrangement of piping that supply fire hose connections installed in high-rise buildings.
Wet Pipe Systems
Wet pipe fire sprinkler systems are the most common type of fire protection system. Wet pipe refers to sprinkler heads attached to piping containing water, that when activated will immediately begin to control fire growth. Contrary to movie depictions, fire sprinklers for these systems do not all activate simultaneously; only sprinklers covering a high heat area will activate.
Last year, we completed over 28,000 sprinkler inspections.
Ahern is, and has always been, a premier contractor to deal with…I highly recommend Ahern and appreciate all they do for us.