Safeguarding Lives and Property with Expert Fire Protection Solutions
Fire Protection
The United Association (UA) is a leader in fire protection systems, delivering the expertise, reliability, and innovation required to keep people and property safe across North America.
UA members are extensively trained to design, install, inspect, maintain, and repair advanced fire sprinkler and suppression systems. Their expertise spans commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential projects, ensuring safety and reliability across a wide range of applications.
Our commitment to quality and safety ensures that every system we install meets or exceeds the most stringent local, state, and national fire codes.
Comprehensive Fire Protection Services
UA professionals provide a full range of fire protection solutions tailored to the unique needs of each facility:
System Design and Engineering
Collaborating with project teams to design fire sprinkler and suppression systems that maximize coverage and comply with all relevant codes and standards.
Installation
Expert installation of wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, foam, and specialty fire suppression systems in new construction and retrofit projects.
Inspection and Testing
Routine inspections, flow tests, and performance evaluations to ensure systems are always ready to respond in an emergency.
Maintenance and Repairs
Timely maintenance and repairs to keep fire protection systems operating at peak performance and in compliance with regulations.
Upgrades and Retrofits
Modernizing older systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and code compliance as building requirements evolve.
Industries and Markets Served
UA members deliver fire protection services for a wide range of sectors, including:
- Commercial Buildings: Office towers, retail centers, hotels, and mixed-use developments.
- Healthcare Facilities: Hospitals, clinics, and medical research centers.
- Educational Institutions: Schools, colleges, and universities.
- Industrial and Manufacturing: Factories, warehouses, and processing plants.
- Government and Public Buildings: Courthouses, military bases, and municipal facilities.
- Residential: High-rise apartments, multi-family housing, and senior living communities.
Our expertise ensures that every project—regardless of size or complexity—receives the highest standard of fire protection.
Commitment to Safety and Training
Every fire protection project completed by UA members is built on a foundation of rigorous safety protocols and continuous training. Our workforce participates in industry-leading apprenticeship programs and ongoing education to stay ahead of technological advances and regulatory requirements.
The UA’s Standard for Safety and Standard for Excellence ensure that every job meets or exceeds client expectations and industry benchmarks.
Other sectors we serve
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Industrial
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Medical and Pharmaceutical
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Residential
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Water Safety
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