The K-Factor
The K-Factor
Podcast Description
Welcome to The K-Factor, the podcast that brings you inside the world of fire protection. Hosted by industry experts Josh McDonald, Eric Andresen, and Nate Williams, this show dives into all aspects of the fire protection industry—from groundbreaking technologies and best practices to career insights and industry trends.Join us for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and real-world stories as we explore what it takes to keep people and properties safe. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or just curious about fire protection, The K-Factor is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired.Stay connected, stay protected—welcome to The K-Factor.https://www.firesprinkler.org/podcast/
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The podcast focuses on various themes such as fire protection technologies, industry standards, educational offerings, and career insights. Episodes delve into topics like the NFPA 13 standard in fire sprinkler design, advancements in inspection, testing, and maintenance, and the impact of new educational programs by industry associations.

Welcome to The K-Factor, the podcast that brings you inside the world of fire protection. Hosted by industry experts Josh McDonald, Eric Andresen, and Nate Williams, this show dives into all aspects of the fire protection industry—from groundbreaking technologies and best practices to career insights and industry trends.
Join us for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and real-world stories as we explore what it takes to keep people and properties safe. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or just curious about fire protection, The K-Factor is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired.
Stay connected, stay protected—welcome to The K-Factor.
https://www.firesprinkler.org/podcast/
In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Walker, a new fire sprinkler designer at American Fire in California. Jennifer discusses her path into the fire protection industry, challenges that she has had, and her continued learning. She also shares her perspective on her future in the fire sprinkler field and what new designers should know.
AFSA’s Hands-On NFPA 25 Workshops take inspection, testing, and maintenance training beyond the classroom—giving fire protection professionals the opportunity to work directly with live systems in a controlled, real-world environment.
Each workshop is designed to build confidence, skill, and understanding of the NFPA 25 standard:
- 💧 NFPA 25 Essentials Workshop – Master the core inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements for water-based fire protection syst
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