Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
(OP)
I am attempting to perform a standpipe flow test on a residential high-rise that was built in 1963. It is located in Houston. Does anyone know what the required gpm and residual flow that is needed at the most remote hose connection? The local AHJ is saying that 25 psi residual is sufficient. But the required gpm is not known. The building currently has a 500 gpm fire pump. And the building was recently retro fitted with sprinklers in all common areas. A 4" standpipe was installed for the floor controls and was tied into the original standpipe in multiple locations.





RE: Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
RE: Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
RE: Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
I have heard different stories about Houston and if they followed codes during certain periods of time
RE: Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise
Houston is always tough to figure out buildings because I've found lots of structures built in Harris County under no codes that were annexed into the City of Houston. Plus, when one say's Houston, that can be in some smaller community adjacent to Houston. Good luck.
RE: Standpipe requirements for residential high-rise