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Sprinklers net calculation
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Sprinklers net calculation

Sprinklers net calculation

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Where can I find free software for this purpose?

Here's what it should allow me to do:
-Define a branched net whith holes;
-Establish the holes pressure/outgoing flow relation;

Here's what would be great if it would allow me to do:
-Define the minimun outgoing flow

RE: Sprinklers net calculation

Don't know if free software exists.

You've already consulted the Automatic Sprinkler System Handbook and/or contacted Robert Solomon of the NFPA?

Steve Grzywa
sgrzywa@citgo.com

RE: Sprinklers net calculation

I am a fire protection engineer of 35 years.  Believe me there is no such thing as "free" software for fire sprinkler hydraulics.  A good software program is Hass (770) 934-8423.  Simple calculations can also be done in longhand.  A good book to read for simple calculations is "Sprinkler Hydraulics" by Harold S. Wass Jr.  It can be purchased from Industrial Risk Mutual Insurance.

RE: Sprinklers net calculation

Try FluidFlow software, I've a free demo of it! You can download but I don't remember the site.

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