TVSFPE Chapter Meeting 3/5/2026

TVSFPE,

TVSFPE will be meeting Thursday (3/5/2026) at Mimi's Café in Turkey Creek:  https://www.mimiscafe.com/locations/knoxville/

The meeting will be from 6pm to 8pm. The speaker is Dean Rushin of FFE. He will be presenting on:

"Mastering Beam Smoke and Linear Heat Detection". 

Description: 

Standard spot detectors aren't always the right tool for the job. In this session, we explore specialized fire detection strategies for challenging environments where height, scale, or accessibility make traditional methods impractical.We will deep-dive into Beam Smoke Detection, covering its economic advantages in high-ceiling structures like atriums and warehouses. Attendees will learn to navigate the complexities of smoke stratification and adapt to upcoming NFPA 72 spacing guidelines. The second half of the presentation shifts to Linear Heat Detection (LHD). We will compare traditional fixed-temperature systems with emerging programmable technologies, providing clear criteria for selecting the best system based on ambient conditions. From elevator shafts to road tunnels, learn how to design, test, and maintain these rugged systems through real-world case studies. 

Speaker Introduction: 

Dean provides detection related support to fire and life safety professionals across the Americas. With a mechanical engineering degree from Northern Illinois University, he applies over a decade of experience from the optics industry and 4 years at FFE to the field of specialty fire detection. 

Please note that Mimi's Cafe has food, and is located at 10945 Parkside Dr. Knoxville, TN 37934

Previous Meeting Minutes will be attached below.

2-5-26 Secretary Report.pdf

Below are the TVSFPE By-Law Revisions with edits for your review. The final approval will be at the 3/5 meeting. Provide comments to president@tvsfpe.org.  

TVSFPE Bylaws Rev 10 Final Draft 260218.docx

TVSFPE Bylaws Rev 10 DRAFT 260218 with edits.docx

Thank you,

Channing Walmsley

TVSFPE Secretary

Cell: 865-320-7091

Office: 865-241-5755

http://www.tvsfpe.org/