Free Admission to Show & 3 Free PDH/CEU Classes

The Illinois Fire Prevention Association and the Chicago Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers are once again hosting their annual product show.

• One of the largest exhibitions of products, services and related industrial components of the Fire Protection industry in the Chicagoland area. Admission to the show is Free.

• Manufacturers, Fabricators, Distributors, Insurance Organizations, Engineering Companies and Fire Prevention Associations will exhibit the cutting edge of fire products, services and information.

• Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served in the banquet hall for all attendees. Cash Bar.

• Door Prizes awarded

• We will offer 3 FREE PDH sessions. Please register for each session separately (ticket for each).

Schedule

Class 1: 1:00-2:00 pm

Expo: 2:00-6:30 pm

Class 2: 2:15-3:15 pm

Class 3: 4:15-5:15 pm

Announce winner of the raffles: 6:00 pm

Speakers 

Session 1: Beam Smoke Detection, Optical Flame Detection, and Linear Heat Detection: Selection for Different Applications (Dean Rushin, FFE Specialist Fire Detection)

This session will cover beam smoke detection, optical flame detection, and linear heat detection (fixed and programmable temperature). Applicability will be discussed for different building types. Positioning and optimization will be discussed to prevent delayed detection times.  Differences in technology and application use cases will be discussed for all three technology types, including use in elevator shaft and tunnel applications.

Session 2: AI and the Sprinkler Industry (Cecil Bilbo, Academy of Fire Sprinkler Technology)

A brief explanation of Artificial Intelligence and how it is being used in the Fire Sprinkler Industry.  We will discuss the current state of the technology and some best practices for using the current tools. We will also discuss what is expected to come.  We'll answer the questions: What kind of work can we expect from AI? Can AI do sprinkler design or sales?  The NFPA and NFSA are offering AI tools for members.  We will take a look at those offerings.  And we will end by learning how to jump forward into this new technology.

Session 3: Eliminate Corrosion Risk with Nitrogen Generation for Specific Applications (Brian Kaplon, South-Tek Systems)

This course provides contractors, architects and design professionals with the technical understanding needed to specify nitrogen generation systems for dry fire sprinkler systems in specialized facilities. Facility-specific challenges in parking garages, data centers, and cold storage environments are addressed, along with sustainability benefits and regulatory compliance. Case studies and system diagrams reinforce best practices and design strategies that support long-term building safety and performance.

Please register for only the classes you plan to attend.  

Sign up to exhibit at the expo! 

Single or double exhibitor booths are available. When you sign up, please request booth number(s) from the provided layout map. Booths will be assigned based on order of registration. The map will be updated periodically as booth locations are assigned.

We hope to see you there!

For more information contact:

Eric Tatum (IFPA) 872-713-1313 [email protected]

Jim Burian (SFPE) 847-324-3888 [email protected]