#416 – Explaining Changes to TY-B and TY-FRB Series Tyco Fire Sprinklers
Tyco made slight changes to its TY-B & TY-FRB Series in the past decade. Here’s how to choose the right sprinklers & compatible escutcheons!
Tyco made slight changes to its TY-B & TY-FRB Series in the past decade. Here’s how to choose the right sprinklers & compatible escutcheons!
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