In Memory of Dennis DeCarlo (1958-2021)
Dennis DeCarlo’s recent passing was a surprise to many in our industry. His passion for the Fire and Life safety business was reflected through his countless years of volunteerism on the executive board of the Automatic Fire alarm Association of New Jersey. As treasurer through 2016, Dennis projected our state association with the title of Member association of the year in 2007 and once again in 2016. Dennis’s friendship and guidance will not be forgotten. Click here to read more.
What is the Automatic Fire Alarm Association?
The Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA) is the only national trade organization dedicated to the automatic fire alarm industry. The AFAA has chapters located throughout the United States. Its members include fire alarm installation companies, contractors, central station companies, fire alarm manufacturers, fire protection engineers, municipal fire and sub-code officials and anyone involved in the automatic fire alarm industry.
Who is the Automatic Fire Alarm Association? YOU ARE!
Our #1 Purpose is the Education of those involved in the fire alarm industry.
Education in all aspects of fire detection systems including design, codes and code issues, application, installation, testing and maintenance, new technology and issues relating the business side of the fire alarm company – there’s something for everyone! The ever-changing codes, technology and circumstances make the AFAA a valuable asset to anyone involved in the fire alarm industry.
Our Mission is to Improve Fire
and Life Safety in America
2021/22 Meeting Schedule
General Dinner Meetings: Board Meeting 4-5:30pm Cash Bar 5:30-6 pm Meeting/Speaker 6-8 pm
Board Meetings – 4:30pm virtually or at a place to be determined.
| September 23, 2021 |
AFAA-NJ General Meeting at Hanover Manor Program – How to Prevent Thermal Runaway in Lithium-Ion Batteries – Presenter: William Sudah, Honeywell Xtralis Sponsor: Paul Sanfilippo – Siemans |
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October 21, 2021 |
AFAA-NJ General Meeting – Virtual Program – Test & Inspection & Tools of the Trade – Presenter: Pat Ryan – SDI Sponsor: SDI |
| November 18, 2021 |
AFAA-NJ/NJSFPE Joint Meeting at Hanover Manor Program – Fire Alarm Pathway Survivability Compliance – Presenter: Jason Lupa – Siemans |
| December 16, 2021 | Board Meeting – TBD |
| January 20, 2022 | Board Meeting – TBD |
| February 17, 2022 | AFAA-NJ General Meeting at Hanover Manor Program – TBD |
| March 17, 2022 | AFAA-NJ General Meeting – Virtual – TBD |
| April, 2022 | 11th Annual NJSFPE/AFAANJ Symposium and Trade Show Location – Hanover Manor |
| May, 2022 | AFAA National Meeting and Code Conference Location – TBD |
| May 19, 2022 | AFAA-NJ General Meeting – Virtual – TBD |
| June 16, 2022 | AFAANJ June Social Event, Location – TBD |
| June, 2022 | NFPA Code Conference – TBD |
| August, 18 2022 | Annual Board Planning Meeting – TBD |
FA Elevator Interface – IBC 2018
Presentation by Jason Lupa from 2/18/2021 Virtual meeting
