Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
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HI All,
I have a single story building with a combustible attic that will be protected with a dry pipe system. The system is currently being installed. The inspector test valve will be located in an occupied office space, where it will drop from the attic above a T-bar ceiling and discharge through the exterior wall. I'm wondering if the inspector test valve has to be a certain dimension off the floor, or can I locate this valve and discharge point above the T-bar ceiling for access when testing? I'm trying to avoid the cost of covering up the valve and piping exposed below the T-bar ceiling, and the loss of usable space.
Thanks in advance.
Dooped
I have a single story building with a combustible attic that will be protected with a dry pipe system. The system is currently being installed. The inspector test valve will be located in an occupied office space, where it will drop from the attic above a T-bar ceiling and discharge through the exterior wall. I'm wondering if the inspector test valve has to be a certain dimension off the floor, or can I locate this valve and discharge point above the T-bar ceiling for access when testing? I'm trying to avoid the cost of covering up the valve and piping exposed below the T-bar ceiling, and the loss of usable space.
Thanks in advance.
Dooped





RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
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Matt
RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
I see the value and importance when you have a time to delivery you are trying to meet. However, this just seems like a remnant that hasn't been pulled from the standard as things have modified over time.
Travis Mack
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RE: Dry Pipe System Inspector Test Valve Location
Each year the trip time is recorded. It shows a pattern much like pump flow tests. System degradation and build-up will appear slowly and trip times will increase. This is an indication to move to flushing of piping and internal. It is a record keeping device. Nothing more.