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06/08/2026

Ready to Take Your Training Beyond the Classroom?

There’s no substitute for hands-on experience.
The FED Learning Center offers practical, instructor-led training designed to help technicians build real-world skills in:
✅ Portable Fire Extinguishers
✅ Fire Alarm Systems
✅ Kitchen Suppression Systems
✅ Exit & Emergency Lighting

Earn CEUs, receive a certificate of completion, and gain the confidence that comes from working with actual systems and equipment. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to sharpen your skills, there's a course for you.

📅 View the upcoming Hands-On Training Schedule and reserve your seat today:
https://fedlearningcenter.com/schedule/

05/22/2026

History of Fire Equipment Distributors

Ever wondered how the fire equipment distribution industry began?

Join Professor Joe in this fascinating episode of Fire Suppression History as he explores the history of fire equipment distributors in the United States and how they helped shape modern fire protection as we know it today.

From the rise of companies like Pyrene Manufacturing and General Fire Extinguisher Company to the founding of NAFED in 1963, this video takes you through the evolution of the industry that keeps fire protection equipment moving across America. 🇺🇸🔥
Learn about:
✅ The origins of fire equipment distribution
✅ Early fire protection supply networks
✅ The growth of NFPA standards
✅ How independent distributors shaped the industry
✅ The history and impact of NAFED

This is a must-watch for anyone in the fire protection industry who wants to better understand the roots of our profession.
🎥 Watch this WESCO video now and stay informed!
https://youtu.be/vxM8zagHYHo?si=FT6SsSmHV_9ipcBd

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