In this episode, Hosts Vince and Jenna Free interviews Vince Humphreys,Senior Construction Sales at J.F. Ahern Co. about fire protection in cold storage construction. They discuss the history and background of Ahern, the different types of fire protection systems, and the importance of product classification and flu spacing. They also touch on the challenges of protecting different types of products and the impact of thermal issues in cold storage facilities. The conversation covers market trends in the controlled environment industry, the importance of working with trusted partners, and the legacy of honesty and teaching. The main market trends discussed include the growth of the industry, the use of very narrow aisle racking systems, and the rise of fully automated ASRS buildings. The conversation also touches on the importance of safety in the industry and the value of Ahern's in-house capabilities. Vince Humphreys shares his journey into the industry and highlights the expertise and dedication of Ahern's field team.

Story Notes:

❄️ Introducing Vince Humphreys and Ahern

❄️ Understanding Fire Protection Systems in Cold Storage Construction

❄️ The Importance of Product Classification and Flu Spacing

❄️ Challenges in Protecting Different Types of Products

❄️ Collaboration with End Users, General Contractors, and Fire Departments

❄️ Introduction and Market Trends

❄️ Very Narrow Aisle Racking Systems

❄️ Fully Automated ASRS Buildings

❄️ Safety and In-House Capabilities

❄️ Legacy of Honesty and Teaching

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