Founded in 1936, Higgins Fire Protection specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems. In addition, the company also provides service, inspections and testing of existing systems. The company s engineering and design department utilizes AutoCAD and specialized computer software by Hydratec to prepare accurate design drawings, hydraulic calculations, shop fabrication drawings and material lists. Higgins Fire Protection s staff of licensed in-house engineers certify all engineering and design work. All Higgins installation and service technicians are affiliated with the sprinkler fitters local 696 and 669 union. The company services customers in New Jersey, New York and Connecticut. Higgins Fire Protection maintains its headquarters and pipe fabrication, welding and production facilities in Hillside, N.J.