
Welcome to The K-Factor, the podcast that brings you inside the world of fire protection. Hosted by industry experts Josh McDonald, Eric Andresen, Nate Williams, & Drew Boyer this show dives into all aspects of the fire protection industry—from groundbreaking technologies and best practices to career insights and industry trends.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | a year ago |
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In this episode of The K-Factor Podcast, Tracey Bellamy, Chief Engineering Officer at Telgian Engineering & Consulting, shares insights on the evolution of fire protection codes and standards, the realities of liability in inspection, te... more
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In this episode of The K-Factor Podcast, we’re joined by Jack Poole, PE, FSFPE, Principal at Poole Fire Protection, for a deep, practical, and forward-thinking conversation on some of the most complex challenges in fire protection today.... more
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On this episode of The K-Factor Podcast, we return to the AFSA facility for another behind-the-scenes tour — this time with Hunter Brendle, President of Brendle Sprinkler, and Gene Taylor, Vice President of Field Operations at Brendle Sp... more
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In this episode of The K-Factor Podcast, we’re joined by Steve Scandaliato, Principal & Managing Director at SDG, LLC, for a deep dive into one of the most fundamental principles in sprinkler design: Spot the Dots.
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On this week’s episode of the K-Factor Podcast, we sit down with Hunter Brendle, President of Brendle Sprinkler, for an insightful conversation at the AFSA lab. Hunter brought his son and a few of his friends along to get a firsthand loo... more
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In this second installment of The Riser Report, we bring you fresh conversations straight from the AFSA44 convention floor — highlighting the advocates, educators, champions, and rising leaders shaping the future of the fire sprinkler in... more
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In the Riser Report convention-series episode, we catch up with two standout voices from the AFSA44 expo.
First, we sit down with Martin Workman, Senior Vice President at Viking, to talk about his journey in fire protection, what he’s l... more
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The future of fire protection codes and standards is taking shape — and the time to prepare is now.
In this episode of The K-Factor Podcast, Kevin Hall, Director of Engineering & Technical Services at AFSA, joins us to share insights on... more








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The show concentrates on the fire protection industry, exploring groundbreaking technologies, codes and standards updates, training and mentorship, and real-world career stories. Episodes frequently center on NFPA revisions, design challenges, field leadership, and the industry's efforts to attract and develop new talent. A notable pattern is the blend of technical deep-dives with practical, on-the-job insights from installers, designers, insurers, and association leaders, often filmed or recorded around industry events. The format and guest mix tend to emphasize hands-on learning, practical applications of standards, and strategies for improving safety outcomes, making it a strong resource for practitioners seeking to stay current and adva... more
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